Military Tactics and Strategies Quiz

Questions and Answers

What is the English translation of 'attaque à revers'?

hit-and-run action

frontal attack

hasty attack

envelopment attack/turning movement (correct)

Which term refers to the action of 'to block'?

prendre d'assaut

arrêter, barrer (correct)

interdire toute approche

boucler un quartier

Which action corresponds to 'mener une reconnaissance offensive'?

to scout an axis of advance

to set up a check-point

to delay the enemy's advance

to recce in force (RIF) (correct)

What does 'défense mobile' mean in English?

mobile defence Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the action of 'to seal off a district'?

boucler un quartier Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a strategic action designed to prevent enemy advancement?

Delay (to) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of conducting a forward passage of lines?

To allow units to move through friendly lines Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions entails taking control of an area from enemy forces?

Conquering (to) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a counterattack?

To respond to an enemy attack with an offensive action Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the act of closely monitoring an area to gather intelligence?

Surveilling (to) Signup and view all the answers

In military terms, what is the significance of 'attrition combat'?

Gradually wearing down the enemy's strength Signup and view all the answers

Which action involves preventing enemy movements across a specific direction?

Barricading a direction Signup and view all the answers

What does 'gaining contact with the enemy' involve?

Locating positions of enemy forces Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Missions du SGTIA

Support a unit with combat capabilities.
Engage in attrition defense and combat to weaken the enemy.
Perform actions to destroy enemy capabilities or resources.
Implement measures to halt enemy advances.
Conduct area control through various strategies, including cordoning and sweeping.
Carry out counterattacks and deny enemy access to certain areas.
Establish communication and coordination with other units.
Monitor enemy positions and intentions while maintaining a defensive stance.

Other Terms

Various types of attacks include hasty, frontal, infiltration, and envelopment.
Defensive strategies like area defense, positional defense, and mobile defense.
Actions to block enemy progress, such as sealing off districts or sectors.
Tasks aimed at reconnaissance, escorting, and searching enemy territory.
Conduct hit-and-run operations to disrupt enemy movements.

Specific Tasks

Follow established staff procedures for unit operations.
Analyze orders based on enemy and friendly courses of action.
Clearly define the desired end state and decisive points in missions.
Integrate Center Of Gravity (COG) concepts into operational planning.
Assign roles and responsibilities to support effective unit combat operations.

Provide a Unit with Combat Support

Offer combat support (CS) to enhance unit capabilities.
Engage in attrition warfare techniques to degrade enemy strength.
Execute blocking actions to delay or deter enemy forces.
Conduct area sweeps for intelligence and enemy control.
Utilize monitoring and observation techniques to gather battlefield intelligence.

Other Mission Terms

Block, conquer, and contain enemy forces and territory.
Use direct fires to cover obstacles and ensure secure operations.
Protect advancements through scouting and reconnaissance efforts.
Employ strategies like flanking and hit-and-run to disrupt enemy formations.

Description

Test your knowledge on the essential missions and tactics of a combat unit. This quiz covers offensive and defensive strategies, types of attacks, and coordination among military units. Enhance your understanding of military operations and area control techniques.