The term infantry unit, as used in this context throughout this manual, refers to all infantry and ranger units unless otherwise specified. Schaefer, company i, 18th infantry regiment, 1st infantry division, led a squad of the 2nd platoon in the vicinity of stolberg, germany, when two enemy companies supported by machine guns launched an attack to seize control of an important crossroads being defended by his platoon. It provides the tactical standing operating procedures for infantry platoons and squads. The original from the us army armor school, fort benning, ga. Combat standing operating procedure 2nd battalion, 5th marines camp pendleton, california 92055. Constituted 5 august 1917 in the national army as headquarters, 173d infantry brigade, and assigned to the 87th division organized 25 august 1917 at camp pike, arkansas. As important as an sop is, there is strikingly little guidance on how to write an sop, whats in a good one, or all the myriad types of sops that there can be. The organization of a light infantry platoon before we begin our look at the organization of the light infantry platoon. Love is not always a two way street, sometimes you give more than you get, and love is a choice. Fireteam a fireteam is a small military unit of infantry. In order to be that role model in your platoon, that mentor for your squad leaders, and the subject matter expert to your commander, you need to know your profession.
The scout platoon sop is available on computer disk in. Fort hood is the army s premier installation to train and deploy heavy forces. The infantry rifle platoon and squad paperback april 2, 2018 by department of the army author. It delivers trained officers and soldiers to meet the operational requirements of the infantry, the army and defence. Fm 316 the army in multinational operations may 2010. Organization and maneuver i love the infantry, because they are the underdogs.
This site is like a library, you could find million book here by using search box in the header. Infantry rifle and mechanized platoon collective task. Center for army lessons learned analyst tim wilson conducts the lessons learned for s3s and xos elective course for u. Role of sop in platoon readiness every leader holds a responsibility for improving and maintaining combat readiness of his unit. The rolling, semiarid terrain is ideal for multifaceted training and testing of. This manual is also provided for use by instructors of us army infantry battalion. My army publications scout platoon sop dated oct 2014, original fort benning armor school supplemental material no 17983 the purpose of this supplemental material is to provide you, the scout platoon leader, with a standardized means by which to operate your platoon effectively. To fully understand operations of the rifle platoon and squad, leaders must have an understanding of fm 321. Our army structure in vietnam 1st battalion, 22nd infantry. This manual supersedes fm 78, infantry platoon and squad dated april 1981, as well as fm 770, the light in fantry platoon and squad dated september 1986, and is aligned with the armys. As a minimum, all tcs should maintain a copy of the sop at all times. Army sops are templates used to define tasks ranging from inspections to cleaning duties. Within our discussion of mechanized infantry, we will use the us army and.
It provides the tactical standing operating procedures for infantry platoons and squads and is. While assigned to 2nd battalion 22nd infantry sfc dunn completed assignments as senior instructor in battalion led team leader courses and selected as a station ncoic of 1st brigades eib course. Weapons platoon is not a tactical unit, and therefore no. Infantry platoon tactical standing operating procedure this publication is an extract from fm 78 infantry rifle platoon and squad. In order to succeed, infantry platoons and squads are aggressive, physically fit, disciplined, and welltrained. Chief of infantry reading list the united states army. Content discussions include principles, tactics, techniques, procedures, terms, and symbols that apply to small unit this field manual, the infantry rifle platoon and squad fm 321. Enjoy every minute of it, even the difficult times, and give of yourself freely to your mission and your men. The 4th infantry division and fort carson builds and maintains combat ready expeditionary forces necessary to fight and win in complex environments as members of a joint, interagency, intergovernmental, and multinational jiim team or as a mission command element mce.
My army publications tank platoon sop fort benning supplement material no. A typical infantry platoon consists of three sevenman sections of riflemen and a machine gun team, both commanded by third sergeants, a platoon sergeant and a platoon medic for a total of 27. Just as we did in our dissection of the light infantry platoon and company, we will get into significant detail. Nov 11, 20 georgia guardsman from griffins alpha company, 2121st infantry, 48th infantry brigade combat team conduct platoon assault training during the brigades exp. Our junior ncos will find this book worth the read. Read online infantry platoon sop 2nd battalion, 5th marines. A company is a military unit, typically consisting of 80150 soldiers and usually commanded by a major or a captain. It is a collection of basic mortar material, great for studying. Office of the division surgeon army medical department. Air assault and airborne mission trained units are organized as infantry units and are not differentiated in this manual. It provides the tactical standing operating procedures for infantry platoons and squads and is tailored for rotc cadet use. The old guard is the army s official ceremonial unit and escort to the president, and it also provides security for washington, d.
You have the ability to mold men and make our country stronger 24 hours a day. Sometimes it appeared confusing so i am going to try to straighten it out. Infantry platoon tactical standing operating procedure this. Commanders and platoon leaders are authorized to modify the sop and publish their own versions, incorporating tactics, techniques, and procedures to reflect the unique sop requirements of their platoons and higher headquarters. In the united states army, a platoon sergeant is usually a sergeant first class e7 and is the senior enlisted member of the platoon. Also known as foot soldiers or infantrymen, infantry traditionally relies on moving by foot between combats as well, but may also use mounts, military vehicles, or other transport. You can also search the atrrs army training requirements and resource system website to see available schools and class dates. Medical platoon the medical platoon of the infantry battalion is. Army fort benning and the maneuver center of excellence. This atp provides employment of the sbct infantry rifle company in decisive action. The sbct infantry rifle company by department of the army.
Platoon leaders are responsible for effectively using the platoon s resources and for employing, organizing, and directing the platoon during combat. This sop standardizes routine procedures for combat operations, cs, and css within the tank platoon. Infantry, traditionally known as the old guard, is the oldest activeduty infantry unit in the army, serving our nation since 1784. Air force personnel in mission command and largescale combat operations. The sop, however, is not a substitute for demanding, realistic tactical training. Siegel high school jrotc sop dinwiddie high school army. Infantry rifle platoon and squad seton hall university. Army nco leaders book item covering team squad section and platoon training.
How to write military standard operating procedures bizfluent. The 25th infantry division deploys to conduct decisive actions in support of unified land operations. This manual is also provided for use by instructors of us army infantry battalion operations. Among the infantry s basic fundamentals are the principles of war, the elements of combat power, and the tenets of airland battle. All books are in clear copy here, and all files are secure so dont worry about it. The procedures apply unless a leader makes a decision to deviate from them based on the factors of mettt. Ranger battalions spearheaded the seventh army landing at gela and licata during the. Tank platoon sop the united states army fort benning. This web site provides an introduction to the office of medical history. I have been asked many times about our army infantry structure in vietnam. Home of the infantry chief of infantry reading list junior ncos topic. There are approximately 15,000 active duty service members assigned to fort riley with more than 18,000 family members, 29,000 veterans and retirees and 5,600 civilian employees who live in the region and. These fundamentals have application at the platoon and squad level.
It also addresses rifle platoon and squad noncombat operations across the spectrum of conflict. In the singapore army, a platoon is a lieutenants billet. Infantry platoon tactical standing operating procedure this chapter provides the tactical standing operating procedures for infantry platoons and squads. Headquarters 2nd battalion, 11th infantry regiment. It applies at all times except when modified by platoon or higher orders. Infantry mortar platoon overall study guide this book was made by an infantry mortar platoon sgt for his mortar platoon. The official us army small unit tactics handbook infantry platoon. Tactics 101 093 the infantry platoon by rick baillergeon and john sutherland. Infantry platoon tactical standing operating procedure. Dinwiddie high school jrotc sop 4 16 military training certificate a.
The infantry battle school ibs in brecon, midwales is part of the school of infantry. Reading lists are very common to the profession of arms. Georgia guardsman from griffins alpha company, 2121st infantry, 48th infantry brigade combat team conduct platoon assault training during the brigades exp. It is intended for interested members of the army medical department, the army, the public, and the news media. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
The department of the army da is one of the three military departments within the department of defense of the united states of america. Scout leader course slc site scout leader course slc prereading. If you have any ideas on how to improve this publication, please contact. Sbct infantry commanders must understand that properly executed actions on contact require time at both platoon and company levels. To develop the situation fully, a platoon may have to execute extensive lateral movement, dismount and remount infantry squads, conduct reconnaissance by fire, and call for and adjust indirect fires. Being an infantry platoon leader is the greatest job in the world. Ships from and sold by marvel books we ship worldwide. Infantry rifle platoon and squad army, department of the on. Fundamental to achieving this goal are thorough knowledge and complete. Army corps of engineers, honolulu district to the island of kauai. Every platoon, company, battalion, regiment, and division has its own character. Infantry regulations field artillery engineer aviation publications special forces military police drill sergeant school general army subjects infantry medical ranger armor test other uas joint publications jp army helicopter training flashcards, army aviation manuals. This publication serves as an authoritative reference for personnel developing, materiel and force structure, institutional and unit training, and standard operating procedures sop for sbct infantry battalion operations.
Tactics 101 093 the infantry platoon armchair general. He keeps the platoon sergeant and platoon leader informed on his squads supply. A useful place to search for schools is your battalion s3 schools nco. All platoon personnel should read, understand, and comply with the provisions of this sop. Army command and general staff college students from his home office april 9, 2020. Infantry is a military specialization that engages in military combat on foot, distinguished from cavalry, artillery, and tank forces. Tactics 101 101 the mechanized infantry platoon armchair. Center for army lessons learned mission command training program trains army functionalmultifunctionalmaneuver brigades, divisions, expeditionary sustainment commands, corps, special operations units, and u. This was necessary to assess possible locations for conversion into alternate care facilities in support of the covid19 pandemic. I have never come across one that i did not like at its worst it is a collection of books that i have already read or do not think apply. The official us army small unit tactics handbook infantry platoon and squad. We are home to soldiers and families of the 1st infantry division known as the big red one which celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2017.
Army command structure, which includes all army commands acom, army service component commands ascc and direct reporting units dru. The scout platoon sop is available on computer disk in microsoft word for windows and ascii formats. The division conducts continuous persistent engagement with regional partners to shape the environment and prevent conflict across the pacific operational environment. He conducts inspections of his soldiers, their weapons and their equipment. Every leader should maintain a leaders book in some form but especially smallunit leaders.
Army nco leaders book item covering the deployment sequence of events. A 214,968acre installation, fort hood is the only post in the united states capable of stationing and training two armored divisions. You are the neophyte platoon leader in this informative and entertaining, interactive. This section provides the mission of the infantry and the doctrine principles basic to the infantry rifle platoon and squad. Within our discussion of mechanized infantry, we will use the us army and the bradley fighting vehicle bfv m2 as our model. We will provide a fairly typical us army organization that was highly successful over the years. The primary audiences for this manual are infantry rifle platoon leaders, platoon sergeants, and squad and fire team leaders. Fort benning infantry basic officer leader course ibolc. However, in practice, a second lieutenant is usually appointed and then eventually promoted. The longevity of her service is proof of her dedication to this country, the united states army, the army national guard and the state of alabama. Army, a standard operating procedure, or sop, is a clearly written set of instructions for methods detailing the procedures for carrying out a routine or recurring task or study.
From 1929 until 1942 replaced by technical sergeant and again from 1958 until 1988 merged with sergeant first class, the separate rank title of platoon sergeant existed. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading field manual fm 321. Fm 78 infantry rifle platoon and squad doctrine 550 cord. The primary audiences for this manual are the infantry rifle platoon leader platoon sergeant, and squad and fire team leaders. Fm 721 headquarters and headquarters company infantry. Specifically it is directed toward the company commander, executive officer xo, first sergeant 1sg, platoon leader pl, platoon sergeant psg, fire support officer fso, master gunner, supply sergeant, signal support specialist, emergency care sergeant, field. Center for army lessons learned us army combined arms center. Apr 17, 2020 the 25th infantry divisions combat aviation brigade recently provided transport for members of the u. The leaders book is a tried and true smallunit leadership aid. Center for army lessons learned view all news updates. You may adapt any part of this tank platoon sop as needed to fit your unit s mission requirements. But, at its best, i find a treasure trove of new reading material.
As important as an sop is, there is strikingly little guidance on how to. Some, such as the army reconnaissance course, may be required before you can be the scout platoon leader. It doesnt exist in doctrine but is a part of many unit standard operating procedures sop and best practices. Infantry platoon tactical standing operating procedure this publication is an extract mostly from fm 321. The mission of ibolc is to train and develop second lieutenants to become competent and adaptive infantry officers, imbued with the warrior ethos and prepared to lead infantry platoons in combat.
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