FMF Flashcards
(149 cards)
1
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purpose of stability operations
A
process by which military/non-military actors apply instruments of national power to…
- address drivers of conflict
- foster unity
- creaate conditions suitable for peace/security
- provide essential services and infrastructure
2
Q
when is unity of command difficult
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unity of command is difficult to achieve when parties do not fall under traditional chains of command
3
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FHA
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actions taken outside of CONUS to relieve/reduce human suffering
4
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force health protection
A
behavior & well-being
5
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air domain
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the atmosphere begining ath the Earth’s surface and extending to the altitute where its effects on operations becomes negligible
6
Q
role of the Sertvice Chiefs
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advisors to the President,
no operational authority
7
Q
COG
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source of power that provides moreal or physical strength, freedom of action, or the will to act
8
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Q’s to ask when evaluating the enemy’s COG
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- what factors are critical to the enemy?
- what can the enemy not do without?
- which, if eliminated, will bend them most quickly to our will?
9
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stance on how to use the enemy’s COG
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we want to neutralize enemy strength (COG) but don’t necessarily want to directly attack it
- we stand a better chance as exploiting an enemy’s weakness
10
Q
very important to remember when evaluating the enemy’s COG
A
their COG can change…
- changing objectives, attrition of forces, new weapons/defense/technology
11
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what is happening when you are guarding a line of supply
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cost of manpower to guard supply
12
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purpose of nonlethal warfare
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deter, discourage, delay, prevent hostile actors
13
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WARNORD
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planning directive to start developing COAs
14
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PlANORD
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provides essential planning guidance before leaders approve a COA
15
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failed Battle of Fallujah
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Vigilent Resolve
16
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MOH for semaphoning an emergency lift
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John Quick
(Battle of Cuzco Well in Gitmo Cuba)
17
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Smedley Butler
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MOH for Veracruz & First Caco War
18
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roles/functions of the Marine Corp
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- maintain the MC reserve
- provide MF w/combined arms and air components
- provide detachments and organizations for service on armed vessels of the Navy
- provide marine forces for airborne opertions
- provide CAS for ground force
- conduct complex expeditionary operations in teh urban littorals
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characteristics of teh MAGTF
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- task organization for the MC
- principle organization for all Marine Corp mission across the range of military operations
- balanced air ground combined arms formation under a single commander
20
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mission of the MEU
A
provide a forward deployed flexible sea-based MAGTF capable of conducting
-amphibious operations
- crisis response
- limited contingency operations
CE
GCE = BLT
ACE = composit squadron
LCE= CLB
21
Q
team of the MEB
A
led by a General
- GCE = regimental landing teram
LCE = CLR
ACE = MAG
22
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fundamental to the MPF
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interoperability with joint forces and its rapid introduction of combat forces into austere ienvirnments
23
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mission & relationship of 1st MLG to the MAGTF
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DIRECT SUPPORT to MEG GCE
GENERAL support/sustained tactical-level logistical support above the organic capabilities of supported elements to the MEF
24
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4 principles of risk management
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accept risk when benefit > costs,
accept no unnecessary risk,
anticipate and manage risk by planning,
make risk decisions at the right level
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3 substeps of the first step of ORM
"Identify the Hazards"
- conduct an operational analysis
- conduct a PHA (preliminary hazard analysis)
- determine root cause of hazards
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5 options for controlling risk (per ORM)
reject risk,
accept risk,
delay an action,
transfer the risk,
compensate for risk
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3 types of ORM controls
engineering,
administrative,
physical
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extinguish a Class B fire
flammabnnle liquids
- AFFF, Halon, PKP (potassium bicarbonate)
- NEVER extinguish unless the flow of gas that can be secured. that's the most important thing about extinguishing these types of fires
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role of SecNav
Title 10 auty to conduct all affairs for the USN
recruit
organize
supply
equip
train
mobilize
demobilize
oversees: construction, outfitting, repair of USN shipos/equipment/facil;ities
formulation/implementation of policies and programs that are consistent with national security policies and objectives
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unified combat command
command with a borad enduring mission under a single CDR and composed of components of +2 military departments
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supportING commander
aid
protect
complement
supports
another CDR
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COCOM
Combatant Command (command authority)
- nontransfered/cannot delegate the function of command over assigned forces...
organize/employ
assign tasks
designate objectives
give authoritative direction over all aspects of military operations, joint training, & logistics necessary to accomplish the missions assigned to the command
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ADCON
direction/exercise of authority over subordinates with respoect to administration and support
- organization, control of resources, equipment, personnel management, training, readiness, discipline, other matters not included in the operational missions of hte subordinates or other organizations
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TACON
Tactical Control
- authority over assigned/attached forces or forces made available for tasking
- limited to the detailed direction and control orf movements/maneuvers within the operational area necessary to accomplish assigned missions or tasks assigned by the commander
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general support
support given to a supported force's as a WHOLE not subdivision
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coalition
arrangement between +2 nations
for
common action
specific objectives
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P-level
percentage of personnel strength and MOS fill calculations
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R-level
material readiness condition
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METL
list of command's essential task with appropriate conditions and performance standards to assure successful mission accomplishment
- nassessment of METs is based on present state not future projections
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primary mission of the ACE
supports the MAGTF during all phases of expeditionary operations as well as during sustained operations ashore
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6 functions of Marine Corp aviation
Air reconaissance
AAW
assault support
control of aircraft & missiles
EW
OAS
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subfunctions of AAW (function of the ACE)
OAAW
Air Defense
(active & passive)
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subfunctions of Assault Support (function of the ACE)
LITECAR
logistical support
illumination of hte battlefield
TRAP
air evacuation
combat assault transport
air delivery
aerial refueling
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OAS
air operations conducted against enemy installations, facilities, and personnel IOT directly assist in the attainment of MAGTF objectives by destorying enemy reosurces or isolating enemy forces
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AAW
actions used to destroy or reduce the enemy air and missile threat to acceptable levels
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primary purose of AAW
gain & maintain whatever degree of air superiority that is required
&
force protection
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attack enemy air assets and air defense systems...before they get ours
OAAW
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air control
authority to direct the physical maneuver in flight or
to direct engagment of an aircraft/weapon system with the enemy
(broken down further....
airspace management
airspace control)
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airspace management
coordination,
integration,
&
regulation
of the use of airspace based on defined dimensions
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MAG
ACE for MEB
smallest aviation unit designed to conduct operations w/o outside assistance (except with access to support supplies)
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primary mission of the MAG
provide AAW and OAS support for MAGTF operations from a variety of main bases, FOBS, and aircraft carriers
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things the MALS do
marine aviation logistics squadron
- intermediate level maintence
- deploy/provide support packages
- Class V ordinance and ammunition's logistics support
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role of VMU
unmanned aerial vehicle squadron
reconaissance
surveilllance
target acquisition
real-time target information
BDA (battle damage assessments)
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aka Osprey
Marine Medium Tilt-Rotor Squadron
transport combat troops, supplies, & equipment
primary: combat assault troop transport
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air control
authority to control the physical maneuver of an aircraft in flights and surface-to-air weapons
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mission of LADD battalion
close in
low altitute
surface-to-air weapons fired in defense of MAGTF assets
task-oriented ground security forces in defense of MAGTF air sites
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role of MWSS
Marine Wing Support Squadron
provides all essential on the ground support requirements to ACE
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organizational maiontence
inspect
service
lube
adjust
replace parts
minor assemblies
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depot maintence
major repair
overhaul
modification
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payload of an Osprey
24 passengers
12 litters
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mission of C-130
air-to-air refueling,
assault support
CAS
MIR: multisensory imagry
reconaissance
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C-130 payload
92 ground troops
64 paratroopers
74 litters
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mission of HMLA
support the MAGTF via
OAS
utility support
armed escort
supporting arms
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mission of MARDIV
provides forces for amphibious assaults
(& other opersations as directed)
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GCE of MEU
battalion Landing Team
(infantry battalion + combat enablers)
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mission of infantry regiment
locate, close with, destory
the enemy
BY
firs
& maneuver
or
repel his assault by fire & close combat
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major element of close combat power of the MARDIV
infantry regiment
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mission of artillery regiment
furnish close and continuous fire support by neutralizing, destroying, or suppressing targets that threaten the success of the supported unit
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primary mission of ther HQ Battalion of the GCE
exercise C2 and administration of the MARDIV
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mission of tank battalion
close with and destroy the nemy
armor protected firepower
shock effect
maneuver
and to provide anti-mechanized fires in support of the MARDIV
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antitank platoon
unarmored
anti-mechanized support to the MARDIV
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mission of Assault Amphibious Bn
train, maintain, and prepare an amphibious assault Bt capable of conducting amphibious and mechanized operations in order to support the GCE
w?
maneuver, fires, force protection, C2, & logistics
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mission of hte LAR Bt
reconaissance
security
economy of force
limited offensive operations or delayed opertions
speed, firepower, maneuver
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mission of Combat Engineer Battalion
enhance mobility, countermobility, and survivability
provide limited general engineering support that is required for the functioning of the MARDIV
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mission of RECON Batalion
conducted advance force operations and battlespace shaping
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how is the LAV platform used
NOT infantry fighting vehicle or an armored personnel carrier
it develops situations on the battlefield
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Code of COnduct Article 3
If I am captured, I will continue to resist using all means available.
I will make every effort to escape and aid others to ecape.
I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy
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OMFTS
applies maneuver warfare to expeditionary power projection in naval operations as part of a campaign
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6 principles of OMFTS
focus on the operational objective,
use the sea as maneuver space,
generate overwhelming tempo and momentum,
pit friendly strengths against adversary weaknesses...
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FHA
programs to relieve/reduce the results of natural & man-made disasters such as pain, disease, hunger, or privation
- compliments. FHA operations are conducted outside of the US and its territories
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Denton PRogram
permits the DOD to provide transportation of privately donated HA cardo to roerign countries using military transportaiton on a space available basis
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ROE
directives that delineate the circumstances and limitations under which teh US forces will initiate and/or continue combat engagements
83
FID
to free and protect society from
subversion
lawlessness
insurgency
terrorism
and other threats to security
84
stability operations
maintain or reestablish a safe and secure enviornment,
providfe essential governmental serviecs,
emergency infrastructure reconstruction,
amd humanitarian relief
85
type of radio frequency that can support long-range communications
HF
- VHF and UHF are shorter
86
use of UHF
forward air control ground to air
- needs line of sight for reliable communications
- greater range to sky b/c no obstructions
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primary use of UFH frequencies
air to ground communications
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use of HFdios
long-range and over the horizon
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INFOSEC
protection of information and info systems against unauthorized access or modification of information (storage, processing, or transmit and against denial of services to authorized users)
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steps to use SINGCAR
1. LOAD
2. Single Channel (SC)
3. MAN (manual)
4. FREQ
5. CLR (clear)
6. enter your desired frequency
7. STO (store)
8. SQ (squelch on)
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radio PA range
PA = power amplifieder
10-40 km BUT this setting is only for vehicle mounted radios equipped with a power amplifier
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specs of the service rifle
lighytweight
5.56mm
magazine fed
gas operated
air cooled
shoulder fired
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role of the bolt-carrier assemblely (rifle)
stripping
chambering
locking
firing
extracting
ejection of cartridges
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dummy rounds
open primer well
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use of dummy rounds
six grooves
open primer well
dry fire
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Condition 1
safety on
magazine inserted
round in chamber
bolt forward
ejection port covered (rifle)
slide forward (pistol)
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pistol used by the MC
M9 service pistol
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pistol double action mode
hammer moved to the rear as the trigger is being pulled
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pistol fails to fire in the cycel of operations
stoppage
(misfire)
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purpose of mortar fire
close support fires
counterfires
interdiction firs
harassment fire
deception fire
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harassment fire
distrub enemy troops
curtail movement
lower morale by the threat of loss
102
rate of fire of a Howitzer
sustained = 2 rounds/min
intense = 4 rounds/min up to 2min
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range of Howitzer
30 km
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protection from hostile fire
cover
105
report enemy information
SALUTE
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concise narrative report of important information
SPOTREP
SALUTE if enemy information
messages are in block letters
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ridge
sloping line of higher ground
U or V shape
closed end of the contour points away from higher ground
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draw
stream course that is less developed than a valley
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azimuth
horizontal angle measured clockwise from a north base line
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grid azimuth
when an azimuth is plotted on a map between point A and B
- the points are joined by a straight line
- protractor is used to measure the angle betwen grid north and the drawn line
- the measured azimuth is the grid azimuth
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locating an unknown point by successfully occupying at least 2-3 known positions on the ground. then map sighting the unknown place
intersection
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MCPP steps
problem framing
COA devleoping
war gaming
comparision and decision
orders development
transitioning
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purpose of the probleming framing step of MCPP
articuolate the mission statement (task and purpose)
WWWWWH
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quote about planning
no amount of subsequent planning can solve a problem insufficiently understood
- problem framing is the most important step in planning
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5 characteristics of a developed COA
suitable
feasible
acceptable
distinguishable
complete
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suitable COA
"does the COA accomplish the purpose & task?"
"does it comply with the CDR guidance"
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internal versus external process to review accepted COAs
orders reconciliation (internal)
orders crosswalk (external)
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commander's intent
CDR's personal expression of the purpose of the operation
- end states or conditions that when satisfied accomplish the purpose
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fundamental responsibility of command
planning
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3 concepts of planning
single battle concept
integrated planning
top down planning
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concept of single-battle concept
operaitons/events in one place have a profound and consequential effect on other areas and events
- battlespace is an invisible entity
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Maintence Battalion
general support
intermediate support
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Supply Battalion
general support supply
EXCEPT
bulk fuel and Navy funded stock programs
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6 functions of combat logistics
supply
Maintenace
transportation
general engineering
health service support
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subfunctions of supply (a function of combat logistics)
determination of requirements,
requsition authority,
storage,
procurement,
distribution,
salvage,
disposal
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support vehicles of the LCE
7 Ton/Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement/MTVR
HMMWV: high mobility multiwheeled vehicle
MRAP
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first 5 classes of supplies
1. substance/rations
2. minor end items/clothes/tools
3. POL
4. construction
5. ammunition
128
Class VI
6. personal demand items and non-military sales
129
Class IX and X supplies
9. repair parts
10. nonmilitary material to support nonmilitary programs
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APOE
&
SPOE
location for marshalling, staging, and loading aircraft
selected port location for marshalling, staging, and loading ships
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mission of the CE
C2, direct, plan, and coordinate the air/ground/logistics/intelligence, and communcations/information systems
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role of the chaplain
matters painting to moral, spiritual, and religious well0being of the command
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role of Chief of Staff
principle staff officer for CO
- executive managment
- directs staff tasks, coordinates staff, and ensures efficient and prompt staff response
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CMC
Command Master Chief
- senior enlisted advisor for the formulation/implementation of policies pertinent to MWR, job satisfaction, discipline, utilization, and training of all enlisted
135
T/O
each UIC has an assigned T/O and T/E which details their total force structure requirements consistent with what METS they must be able to perform
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battalion that fall under the CE
MEF HQ Group
Radio Battalion
Communications Battalion
Intellgience BT
CI/HUMANINT Company
MC Imagry Support
CAG - civil affaris
ANGLICO
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ANGLICO
liaison cpabailities to plan, coordinate, employ, and conduct fires in support of joint/allied/coalition forces
138
movement phase of amphibious operations
elements of the force move from point of embarkation to the operational area
139
amphibious assault
establishment of a landing force on a hostile shore
140
amphibious demonstration
show of force without actual contact
141
L-hour
hour on D-Day when the deployment operation is to commence
OR
first helicopter of the ship to shore movement touches down
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hospital capabilities of LSD
Harpers's Ferry
=
1 OR
1 ICU
5 ward
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hospital capabilities of LPD
2 OR
6 ICU
22 ward
144
role of LPD
embark
transport
land elements of a landing force in amphibious assaults
145
antiterrorism
defensive measures to reduce the vulnerabil;ities of individuals and property to terror acts
- scalable and proportional
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force protection
preventative measures to mitigate hostile actions against DOD personnel, resources, facilities, and critical information
- FPCON is proactive yet defensive
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FPCON Charlie
terrorism/hostile act has occurred within the area of interest or intelligence indicates a targeted attack is likely
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ok to use deadily force
inherent right to self-defense and the defense of others
assets vital to national security or national critical infrastructure
inherently dangerous propertly
resisting arrest, apprehension, escape
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7 key steps for CO/XO in a disaster
1. understand your emergency management mission
2. review your authorities
3. learn about your teams
4. review your plans & resources
