No. 5.
Object: Test of individual judgment in applying fire to a tactical situation.
Targets: Tier A, infantry line standing, 800 yards. Tier B, dense infantry line standing, 600 yards (figures or cardboard strip).
Directions: 600 yards target will first be exposed alone representing attack at close range. 800 yards target representing enemy’s supports will then be exposed for 15 seconds, the 600 yards target also remaining exposed for this period. Firers will be told that they will succeed in checking enemy’s firing line represented by first target exposed, and will then deal with the situation as it develops without orders owing to sudden loss of their commander at critical moment. Criticism: Quick opening of fire. Discernment of 800 yards target. Proportion and rate of fire diverted from enemy’s firing-line to supports. Fire discipline.