OPTIMUM COMPOSITION OF THE RIFLE SQUAD AND PLATOON

Abstract

The purpose of this experiment was to determine optimum composition of the rifle squad and platoon when equipped with materiel to be available in the 1965-1970 time frame. Three experimental rifle platoons, representing numerous organizational variations, were examined in a series of two-sided tactical exercises in the field. Performance was systematically evaluated by experienced military personnel. Conclusions were drawn as to the optimum strength, organization and equipment of the rifle squad, rifle platoon, and mechanized rifle platoon.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 1961
Accession Number
AD0815038

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Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Ammunition
  • Anti-Tank Weapons
  • Armored Personnel Carriers
  • Automatic Weapons
  • Classification
  • Command And Control
  • Employment
  • Grenade Launchers
  • Launchers
  • Machine Guns
  • Measuring Instruments
  • Military Personnel
  • Organizational Structure
  • Recoilless Rifles
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Training
  • Warfare

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