Combat Orders

Question 1

Commander’s Intent

Answer 1

Three components:

Purpose of the operation (IOT, Why)

Method of exploitation (CV, CG, EXP)

Desired End State - relative to enemy units, friendly units, and terrain

Question 2

Coordinating Instructions

Answer 2

Any instructions that are not included in tasks and that pertain to two or more subordinate units are included. The unit commander will identify many general details that are imperative for mission success. Some details include:
Timeline
Priority of Rehearsals
Lost Marine plan by phase
No Comm Plan
Priorities of work
Base unit designation 
TCMs
MOPP level
Go/No go criteria
Abort criteria
Immediate Action drills

Question 3

Administration

Answer 3

Specify locations and points of contact for all wounded in action (WIA), killed in action (KIA), and enemy prisoners of war (EPWs) during the operation. This includes a detailed casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) plan to move the casualty to the next higher echelon of care.

Question 4

Logistics

Answer 4

The unit commander presents the plan for all logistics issues. In addition, he identifies the preparation for receiving required equipment for the operation. Resupply issues are also briefed, such as time/location and priority of units.