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6 troop leading steps Correct answer-Bamcis
begin planning Correct answer-The receipt of a mission triggers the BAMCIS cycle. To
make effective use of available time, the leader issues a Warning Order (an abbreviated set of
instructions to inform of an impending action) to his subordinates; this allows his subordinates
to execute the Warning Order while the leader conducts a detailed analysis, which we call the
Tactical Thought Process (described in detail later in this hand out). Here, unit leaders will
develop questions and therefore will have to make assumptions about the enemy to continue
planning. The level of risk the leader will have to assume is directly related to the depth of
analysis they perform during the Tactical Thought Process. At the end of this step, you will
emerge with an initial plan that you expect to execute, pending the answers to your questions,
and the validation of the assumptions you made about the enemy. To begin answering these
questions you will move to Arrange for Reconnaissance.
arrange for reconnaissance Correct answer-Based on the detailed analysis (Tactical
Thought Process) performed during Begin the Planning, the leader must ask, "What information
am I lacking in order to achieve success?" To get this information to further mitigate risk
assumed during the Tactical Thought Process, the leader must arrange for a reconnaissance of
the enemy and terrain. First, the commander must determine the most effective means of
available reconnaissance. Frequently, this is a physical reconnaissance in which the commander
visits the ground on which he will fight. Second, the commander must determine his priority of
reconnaissance, or what order he will try to fulfill the information gaps. The first priority must
be the gaps regarding the enemy; focusing on confirming or denying any assumptions made
about his location, orientation, or current tactical activity. The second priority is to identify
elements of the friendly SOM such as the route, assault position, or defensive positions. Finally,
the leader must determine which subordinate leaders will accompany them during the
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collection of information. The personnel will vary according to the tactical situation, but the
leader should take only as many subordinate leaders as necessary, while others remain behind
to supervise mission preparation
Make Reconnaissance Correct answer-The commander now acts to answer his questions
and validate any assumptions based on his priorities of reconnaissance and the time available.
Every effort must be made to conduct a physical reconnaissance of the enemy. This means "eyes
on the enemy" must be the focus. In addition to a physical recon, the commander should also
look to use other assets (imagery, air reconnaissance, etc) available to help fill information gaps.
The reconnaissance is only successful if it answers those questions needed to successfully
accomplish the mission.
complete the plan Correct answer-The unit leader must now take the information gained
during the reconnaissance and validate his initial plan made during Begin the Planning. This is
done by conducting the Tactical Thought Process again, now armed with the answers to our
questions. This analysis must be conducted again to ensure necessary changes are ultimately
reflected in our plan to our subordinates. A common problem occurs when leaders receive
updated information that conflicts with their previous analysis or established plan, but fail to
update their METT-TC or amend their scheme of maneuver. Do not fall in love with your plan. At
the conclusion of your second conduct of the Tactical Thought Process, you will write an order
(Five Paragraph Order) to communicate to your subordinates.
issue the order Correct answer-Here, leaders verbally communicate their analysis and
scheme of maneuver using proper order-issuing techniques. Without coherent communication,
the leader's decisions will never successfully be turned into action.
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supervise Correct answer-The leader ensures compliance with the details of his plan until
the mission is accomplished. This includes the timeline the commander set forth (non-
negotiable), the mission rehearsals defined (as combat realistic as possible), the inspections
(PCCs and PCIs) of personnel prior to execution, and the complete execution of the mission.
Delegation to subordinate unit leaders is utilized, however check, do not assume, that your plan
is being executed by subordinates to your standards.
begin planning Correct answer-execute thought process meet-
tc>emlcoa>explotation/ks/kw>som>fsp>Tasks
mett-tc Correct answer-Mission Analysis
Enemy Analysis
Troops and Fire Support Available
Terrain Analysis
Time Analysis
Civilian Considerations
mission Correct answer-task and implied tasks/ purpose
enemy analysis Correct answer-drawd and salute
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troops and fire support available Correct answer-Fourth, he must understand the combat
power he brings to the fight within his own unit, and how adjacent and supporting units will
support or impede mission success
terrain analysis Correct answer-Third, he looks at the effects of Observation, Cover and
Concealment, Obstacles, Key terrain, Avenues of approach, and Weather (OCOKA-W)
time analysis Correct answer-the leader must identify the time available for each phase
of the mission, time constraints and restraints from higher, time/space considerations for
enemy and friendly movement, logistics required, as well as gaps (Time/Space/Logistics
Analysis).
civilian considerations Correct answer-skip at this time
emlcoa Correct answer-Based on your understanding of the situation through the
detailed analysis (METT-TC), turn the map around and ask
yourself, "What would I do if I were the enemy?" What is his mission? What are the effects of
your analysis (terrain, weather, time, etc) on the enemy? The sum of this analysis is your
prediction of the Enemy's Most Likely Course Of Action (EMLCOA) or enemy SOM. The detail
required for an EMLCOA is based on the tactical situation. However, there are three things that
must be considered when developing the EMLCOA. First, what do I deduce is the enemy's
mission? Second, what is the enemy's current tactical activity, which includes patrolling, location
and orientation of crew-served weapons, composition and orientation of his engagement area,
