Squad Leader's Role in Support by Fire for Platoon Breach

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What is 2LT Adams concerned about regarding the support-by-fire location?

The possibility of desynchronizing the rest of the company (correct)

The enemy overwatch position

The darkness and lack of identifiable terrain

Contacting the company commander

Why is 2LT Adams unable to find himself on the map?

Because he forgot his compass

Due to the darkness and lack of identifiable terrain (correct)

Because the map is outdated

Because he lost his way

What is SFC Sharp trying to identify with his night vision goggles?

The obstacle and an enemy overwatch position (correct)

The company commander's location

The support-by-fire location

The platoon's exact position

Why is 2LT Adams unable to contact the company commander?

His communications are not working Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the vignettes in this chapter?

To share the experiences of Army leaders for learning purposes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of the professional reading program mentioned in the text?

Developing critical thinking skills Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the National Training Center (NTC) mentioned in the vignette?

It is a location for companies to seal and pack containers for deployment Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge faced by Second Lieutenant Adams as highlighted in the vignette?

Locating missing equipment on the packing list Signup and view all the answers

What does SFC Sharp recommend starting with for the platoon's training?

Physical training Signup and view all the answers

What tasking did battalion need assistance with next month?

Platoon to assist on gate guard Signup and view all the answers

Why was SGT Young starting to be considered unreliable by SFC Sharp?

Missed physical training due to an alarm issue Signup and view all the answers

What was SGT Young's reason for missing physical training?

Alarm did not go off Signup and view all the answers

What did CPT Sherman emphasize the company needs to be able to do?

Shoot, move, and communicate Signup and view all the answers

What did First Sergeant Willis review after the training meeting?

NCOERs and MEDPROS Signup and view all the answers

What did 2LT Adams suggest the squads needed to start working on for the company CALFEX?

Battle drills for team and squad live fires Signup and view all the answers

What did SFC Sharp review after sitting down in the platoon office with 2LT Adams?

Army physical fitness test tracker and MEDPROS tracker Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Concerns and Challenges

2LT Adams is concerned about the suitability of the support-by-fire location due to its proximity to the enemy.
2LT Adams is unable to find himself on the map because he lacks experience and is disoriented.

Night Vision and Communication

SFC Sharp uses night vision goggles to try and identify the enemy's movement.
2LT Adams is unable to contact the company commander due to communication breakdown.

Training and Development

The purpose of the vignettes in this chapter is to illustrate the importance of training and development for junior officers.
The primary benefit of the professional reading program is to broaden the knowledge and perspective of junior officers.

National Training Center (NTC)

The National Training Center (NTC) is a premier training facility that provides realistic and challenging training environments for units.
The NTC is significant because it allows units to train in a realistic and challenging environment.

Leadership and Training

The main challenge faced by 2LT Adams is his lack of experience and leadership skills.
SFC Sharp recommends starting with the basics and building a solid foundation for platoon training.
Battalion needs assistance with a tasking next month, although the specific tasking is not specified.

Personnel and Reliability

SGT Young is considered unreliable by SFC Sharp due to his frequent absences and lack of commitment.
SGT Young misses physical training due to an unspecified injury.

Company Needs and Reviews

CPT Sherman emphasizes the need for the company to be able to operate effectively at night.
First Sergeant Willis reviews the training schedule and plan after the training meeting.
2LT Adams suggests that the squads need to work on live-fire exercises for the company's CALFEX (Combined Arms Live-Fire Exercise).
SFC Sharp reviews the platoon's training plan with 2LT Adams in the platoon office.

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Test your knowledge on the expectations from a squad leader in setting a support by fire for a platoon breach scenario, based on the given vignette. Explore the actions and decisions a squad leader should make in such a situation.