This field manual provides a doctrinal framework on how Infantry rifle platoons and squads fight. It also addresses rifle platoon and squad non-combat operations across the spectrum of conflict.

The squad column is the squad’s main formation for movement unless preparing for an assault (Figure 3-5). It provides good dispersion both laterally and in depth without sacrificing control.

Army lieutenants lead platoons as part of an infantry rifle company. So ... why ... right now ... ...is it important for YOU to know how the fire team and squad fights and functions? Be Safe. Be Smart. Be …

The ISV provides mobility on the battlefield for a nine-soldier light Infantry Squad with their associated equipment. The vehicle has a payload requirement of 3,200 pounds to support the Infantry Squad …

Squad leaders may refer to this folder for guidance when writing their team leaders’ reports, which serves as a professional development tool for both the team leader and the squad leader.

In this part of the study, we explore the factors behind the emergence of squads, and how and why they have changed in size and organization with time.

The ISV (Figure 1) is a lightweight, unarmored ground transport vehicle developed by GM Defense (headquartered in Detroit, MI) intended to enhance the mobility of Army Infantry Brigade Combat …