Издательство: War Department
Год: 1944
Страниц: 86
Формат: pdf
Размер: 11,37 MB
Язык: английский
This manual covers the tactical employment of the tank destroyer reconnaissance platoon and includes descriptions of certain techniques not covered in other manuals. It applies to the reconnaissance platoons of both the towed and self-propelled battalions. All reference to the duties and control responsibilities of the reconnaissance company commander of the self-propelled battalion applies equally well to the reconnaissance officer of the towed battalion. Topics include marches, bivouacs, positions in readiness, observation posts, reconnaissance, orders/control/reporting, security, and mine fields.