Scout Platoon

Abstract

This field manual describes how the scout platoon conducts its primary missions, reconnaissance and security. The manual focuses on the principles of platoon operations and on the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) the platoon uses to acquire information and provide security and protection for other units on the battlefield. It also covers a variety of supporting tasks and operations the platoon must perform or coordinate, either as part of its reconnaissance and security missions or as assigned by the commander.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1999
Accession Number
ADA608088

Entities

Organizations

  • United States Army

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aircrafts
  • Airframes
  • Anti-Tank Missiles
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Employment
  • Health Services
  • Medical Personnel
  • Military Organizations
  • Personnel Management
  • Reconnaissance
  • Reconnaissance Aircraft
  • Reconnaissance Vehicles
  • Surface To Air Missiles
  • Surveillance
  • Warfare
  • Warning Systems
  • Weapons Effects

Readers

  • Military Training and Readiness Simulation
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.