RESTRICTED 6—1 LWA 94 CHAPTER 6 Ambushing Section 6-1. Introduction 1 An ambush is @ surprise attack by a force lying in wait, It is usually brief encounter and does not require the capture or holding of ground, The ambush is one of the most successful ways to kill the enemy. However, the success of any ambush depends on sound planning, good battlecraft and good battle diseipli 62 63 The purpose of this chapter is to provide specific detail for the independent rifle Platoon conducting the ambush. All other doctrine on ambushing is contained within LWP G 3-3-6 Ambush and Counter-Ambush and should be referred to in conjunction with this chapter. ‘Types of Ambushes 6.4 There are two types of ambush: a. the deliberate ambush, and ». the immediate ambush. 6.5 The deliberate ambush is one that has been planned and executed as a specific operation. Sufficient time should be allocated for detailed planning and battle procedure. The deliberate ambush may vary in size from a section to a major operation involving several units. The deliberate ambush can further be classified as cither small scale or large scale. 6.6 The immediate ambush is one that is set with minimum time available for planning. It is normally carried out in close country to react to imminent enemy action and can be carried out as a drill. This ambush as a result has little or no time for reconnaisance before occupation. The success of the immediate ambush will depend on the initiative of the commander, and the battlecraft skills of the troops. Scanned with PDF ExtraLWP-G 33-4 Naser Methods 6.8 The method used to ambi and the tactical situation. of ambush, the princip teed bx gence - detailed knowledge of the enemy and his ime fable sources Mentions, _ detailed planning, reconnaissance ang Sound Intelli from all avail ‘Thorough Preparation ae ng, Preparation and Execution - deny the security in Plann ould compromise the operation; CY oh of intentions e/Concealment = protection from detection visual} By heatn 8 Camouflag and by smell; Good Control - ‘commander located in the best position withii ‘central within the killer group, thin the am site, this is normally lan — the plan must be simple, avoid a ‘unnecessary ‘A Simple Clear-Cut PI ‘understand the directions giv complexities and ensure troops Fire-Power - weapon systems sighted for maxi f fire brought instantaneously to bear on ‘aime, nemy; and Maximum use of | with the weight o! [A High Standard of Battle Discipline - Once in ther fie posit must remain motionless} refrain from scratching, slarpee gaa soldiers cating, drinking or easing themselves. Insects, smoking ush will depend on the topography, the siz It is important to remember that acre ei ‘ies and considerations remain the same. Mecaates ambushing include the following: a b S triangular, linear, section post, stand off, and area. Scanned with PDF ExtraRESTRICTED LWP-G 3.24 6—3 Killing Ground Fl Pipl Dipl faq gl gl igen es Cj Figure 6.1 The Platoon Linear Ambush ‘Kating Ground Dees Figure 6.2 The Platoon Section Post Ambush. Planning Factors 69 Surprise. The means of achieving surprise it Scanned with PDF ExtraLWP-G 3.34 ee ing details remain secret. Thi Al information and plants ’ This also the ambush party. THiS may restrict prior recon, however pt will always be Mt ducted to confirm maps or air photo ae 6.10 Security. protection for ground recon number of personnel required £0 complete the m injmum ‘bush, A protracted ambush may require reli into the am 6.11 Mission. The ™ force but should not the deplete the ‘and le strength of th this should be placed Sill affect the size of the ambush 6.12 The Enemy- Of particular interest will be: a. likely enemy strengths, composition and method of mov ». front and flank security, main body and rear guard e - <__ the means of identifying the enemy, particularly if operations are be conducted with allied troops; Operations are being ¢ the pattern of enemy employment of offensive fire; enemy air activity, including the use of observation aircraft and lability of tactical air supports any recent enemy movement patterns, including their ability to and enemy counter ambush techniques. 6.13 Friendly Forces. The locations of friendly forces operating in the near area effect ROE and support available, may 6.14 Offensive Support. Offensive fire support is limited in its use in the killing ground, however it is suitable for delaying enemy reinforcements or follow up and sut-off forces or forcing the enemy into the killing ground. CAS and supplementing ¢! ARH can be used for these tasks and interdiction, particularly in more open area. 6.15Ground. Reconnaissance is essential to select: g covered lines of approach and withdrawal; a >, akilling ground (KG), cover from view within the ambush area; 4. suitable locations for early warning (EW); e. likely enemy escape routes; {suitable fields of fire; g. detailed fire positions; and h a firm base in the case of a protonged ambush. 6.16 Obstacles. Maximum use should be made of both Consideration may also be made from the enemy Scanned with PDF ExtraRESTRICTED WAG 3.34 6-5 compromise the i Position or force him to adversely alter his movements to counter it 6.17 Control. The following must be planned and made known to all members before deployment into the ambush site begins: & the sequence of occupation and deployment of groups within the ambush; the signal for initiation, both primary and secondary, controlled by the commander, back up means of initiation and who controls it; © the location of the ambush commander; v. the means of communication between groups in the ambush; ¢ the signals to be used to control stages of the ambush, for ceasing fire, and for withdrawing; and £ action on - to include compromise. 6.18 Equipment. Requirements depend on task and duration, with consideration to other factors as method of carriage, movement, terrain and climatic conditions. 619Grouping. The size of the groups is dictated by the tasks of that group. In planning, provision may be required for rest by relieving in location. 620Routes. The selection of routes into and from the ambush should be well clear of local inhabitants and provide cover from observation. Routes for withdrawal should differ from those used on the way in and where possible proven. 621 Layout. The principals of ambush layout are: 4 Allllikely approaches must be covered, irrespective of information gained the enemy may still approach from an unexpected direction; and b. The ambush must have depth, to counter likely enemy offensive action aficr initiation the ambush site must have depth. 6.22 Conduct. The commander needs to consider: 2. Initiation — The commander should be in a position to receive early warning and can initiate. Planned for altemate contingencies with regard to enemy direction of approach, or if the initial method fails. 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