Tank Company Security Operations
Abstract
This monograph examines the capability of United States Army tank companies in the defense to secure themselves against infantry attack. Stationary tank units are vulnerable to infantry using infiltration tactics, particularly in close terrain. Infantry units are well-armed with very effective anti-armor weapons, and can cause great damage if allowed to get close to the tanks. The tank company needs the capability to detect and destroy infantry attacks in order to conserve combat power. To determine if tank companies have the capability to defend against an infiltration attack, I first give an historical overview that covers light anti-armor equipment development and examples of dismounted attacks on armor units from World War I onward. Tank company security, Tank company defense, Sensors, Infiltration, Anti-Armor tactics.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 16, 1991
- Accession Number
- ADA258111
Entities
People
- Patrick A. Stallings
Organizations
- United States Army Command and General Staff College