The Problem
Situation No. 5:
Just as the order for the relief is completed, you, Major A, receive the following message from the regimental commander:
“No further information of the enemy.
“The general attack will be resumed tomorrow morning at 5.00 o’clock. Your battalion will attack in regimental sector.
“Mission: To pierce enemy position and assist division in penetrating the position.
“Zone of action: No change.
“Line of departure: (Describe in detail).
“The attack will be preceded by 30 minutes’ artillery preparation. The advance of the infantry will be preceded by a rolling barrage. Rate of advance of barrage 100 yards in 4 minutes.
“Station for slightly wounded at ——.