Reconnoitering Patrol Card No. 1
Director’s Key
1. Prepare copies of the problem and situation, one for each member of the class.
2. Conduct the class to the point where the problem is to be started.
3. Distribute copies of problem. Read problem and have members of class explain tactical situation.
4. Work out solution in detail. Scouts or a patrol. Patrol, messages, capture prisoners, concealment, combat.
5. Duties of patrol. Combat with enemy. Continue observation. Get information back.
6. Selection of patrol leader. Platoon sergeant. Section leader. Explain duties of platoon sergeant. Availability of section leader.
7. Strength of patrol.
8. Order for patrol: Information of enemy and our own troops. Where to go. When to return. Where messages are to be sent.