112. United States Marine Corps (USMC) Operations

Question 1

What does OMFTS stand for?

Answer 1

Operational Maneuvers from the Sea

Question 2

Define MOOTW.

Answer 2

Military operations other than war (MOOTW) represent a wide range of operations occurring in both domestic and foreign environments. Mission may be Noncombatant evacuation operations (NEO), Humanitarian assistance (HA), Nation assistance, etc.

Question 3

What are the two primary missions for MOOTW?

Answer 3

HAO- Humanitarian Assistance Operation

NEO- Non-combatant Evacuation Operation

Question 4

Define MOUT.

Answer 4

Military operations on urbanized terrain (MOUT) is defined as all military actions planned and conducted on a topographical complex and its adjacent terrain where manmade construction is the dominant feature. It includes combat in cities.

Question 5

Humanitarian Assistance Operations can only take place if who specifically approves of the mission.

Answer 5

Department of State

Question 6

Humanitarian Assistance is described in __________ .

Answer 6

Title 10, US Code Section 401

Question 7

What is the purpose of Rules of Engagement?

Answer 7

Minimizing civilian casualties and/or collateral destruction in order to: § Avoiding alienation of the local population § Reducing the risk of adverse world or domestic opinion § Preserving facilities for future use § Preserving cultural facilities and grounds. · Limiting the use of specific ground or air weapon

Question 8

What are the principles of OMFTS?

Answer 8

–Focus on an operational objective
–Use the sea as maneuvering space
–Generate overwhelming tempo and momentum
–Pit strength against weakness
–Emphasize intelligence, deceptions, and flexibility
–Integrate all organic, joint, and combined assets