Post by Snake Eyes 88 USMC on Nov 24, 2005 3:50:21 GMT -5
[glow=red,2,300]COUNTER- PENETRATION OPERATIONS [/glow]
BORDER CONTROL OPERATIONS
Information which may be usefull to Generals and Commanders in large scale scenario games:
General:
Aim.
The aim of border control operations or counter-penetration operations is to make the border as secure as possible, thereby preventing enemy groups from crossing; or preventing supplies or reinforcements from crossing to support enemy groups that may have succeeded in crossing.
It is a known fact that part of the enemy's tactics and characteristics is to establish safe bases in neighboring territory from which they can launch their attacks across the border and to which they can return should the pressure applied against them by the your forces be too great. The very success of their operations is dependent upon these safe bases.
The enemy has no respect for your boundaries and is able to cross the boundary, whether it be an imaginary line through the bush, a river, a rugged bit of mud and muck or even an obstacle, at preselected crossing places.
There may be kilometers of border which may have to be protected. Because of these vast distances, it will be impossible to cover every meter with troops.
The commander must have the abilty to make maximum efficient use of the manpower which is available, a very well-thought-out plan, Organization and system for border control must be determined and vigorously and effectively applied.
In all areas where the enemy is more active, or where external support is more significant, higher priority of troop allocation should be given.
Factors Affecting Success:
Factors affecting the success of this type of operation are as follows:
Maximum use of informers, particularly on the other side of the border.
These informers are normally designated spies from the other team and will have some if only limited contact w/ your team command.
Flexibility
This aspect must be present in the planning and execution of all operations.
Security.
Security must be established and constanly improved upon as situation dictates.
The security element should be ran by a designated Local-Security control command.
The Local-Security control should have nothing on it's mind but the contant state of it's effectivness and would in essence act as a seperate police force controlling:
Intelligence/Spies.
Command body guards.
Security posts and patrols.
Cooperation
Cooperation and team play must be present between all participating players/forces.
The entire operation must have depth to it, therefore making it more difficult for the enemy to penetrate.
Ability to be unorthodox and original in the planning and execution of operations. Avoid being stereotyped.
develop a well organized and flexible logistical support.
Simplicity in planning and economical use of manpower.
A readily available reserve to be deployed either by road or on foot to assist wherever and whenever required.
Patterns of Operations:
The following factors will determine the allocation of tasks and responsibilities:
Nature of terrain.
Extent of border.
Enemy threat and activity.
External support to the enemy.
Availability of forces.
Local population.
Areas are divided into unit and sub-unit areas of tactical responsibility.
Boundaries between these areas must be well defined with no gaps which may lead to "pockets" that the enmy may use to either breach your lines or to use as an assembly area to launch an attack w/in you own AO.
These boundaries must be changed from time to time to prevent the enemy from discovering the border protection plan.
Troop density in these areas will be determined by enemy activity.
Headquarters.
The main HQfor such an operation will be located at a position from which effective command and control can be exercised and where all the necessary communication requirements exist, I.E., supply, and road head, medical, and communication centers, etc.
Although it must be taken into consideration at some large scale scenario games the HQ are structures that have already been emplaced by the field.
Unit headquarters.
This should be centrally situated in the unit's area of responsibility, preferably where good or reasonable communication facilities exist such as an supply- or road head and medical facilities.
They should also be located close to or at the local security command post, should there be one in the area. The main requirements remain, however, effective command and control of all forces concerned, accessibility and good communications.
Patrol bases and patrols:
Permanent patrol bases should be established along the border and in depth. These bases can either be bunkers used as small outposts or larger bases to be used by a bigger unit.
They should be so spaced and sited that patrols operating from them can effectively patrol the area, without having to cover long distances.
These bases must be tactically sited and well protected against possible enemy attacks.
Accessibility, supply routes, and withdrawl roues must be considered when siting such bases.
Patrolling from these bases can be done as follows:
Border patrols.
Strong, well-balanced patrols move on foot, their task or aim being to patrol the border to prevent penetration or to search for signs of recent enemy crossings and possible crossing places.
They must be prepared to fight should they encounter any enemy. These patrols must have good communications with their bases and must be prepared to spend several hours away from their bases.
Although operating as a primarly security patrol , these patrols must also be prepared to use their own initiative and set up ambushes at possible crossing places which were not foreseen.
Standing patrols.
A series of small standing patrols can be used to maintain observation during the day over possible crossing places,Gathering points, or pockets of terrian that may be sources of supplies for the enemy.
During the hours of darkness, these standing patrols could become listening posts with the dual purpose of ambushing likely crossing places.
These patrols should be provided with communications. They must operate with the utmost stealth and frequently change their positions to avoid detection.
They must be prepared to spend several hours away from their base. if possible, they should contact any friendly forces moving through their area.
Motorized patrols.
Should the terrain allow it, or should there be reasonable roads or tracks in the area, motorized patrols using tanks could be used.
This type of patrol will normally not be very successful in spotting and identifiieng enemy movement but it does serve as a deterrent to the enmy by displaying a "Show of force".
With this type of patrol, regular routes and timings must be avoided because of the possibility of enemy ambushes.
The Tank may also a be a safe means of passage for comanders and other important roles to move about safely to make contact with foot patrols or standing patrols that may be operating some distance away from the patrol base or to deliver supplies to the above mentioned.
Patrols in depth.
These patrols operate from bases sited in depth to the actual border patrol bases.
Their task is to search for and destroy enemy elements or groups that may have succeeded in penetrating inland.
They may react to information passed on to them by the border patrols or to indications they may have discovered as a result of their own vigorous patrol program, or to information passed on to them by higher headquarters.
These are strong, well-balanced patrols that may be assisted by recon patrols, tracking teams, or with good communications to the patrol base in conjuction w/ Re-Ac forces ( Re-Actionary forces ) , because they may frequently call for support when contact with the enemy has been made.
This patrol must be aggressive and must be prepared to spend several hours away from the patrol base.
In the event that should contact be made with the enemy, the patrol must be suffiently equiped to maintain contact until the enemy is eliminated.
The patrol program and pattern for the patrols operating in depth must be carefully coordinated and well planned.
These patrols can either operate from a base line or natural features such as rivers, ridges, spurs, etc., patrolling laterally, forward and inward or radiating outward in all directions from a central point which is the patrol base.
Whichever system is used, regular patterns, routes and timing must be avoided.
Aids to border control:
The physical protection of a long border with troops is not always possible because of the problem of manpower. There are, however, certain aids that could be considered:
a. Tank patrols-
These serve as a deterrent, as well as being able to cover large ground allowing regular visual reconnaissance of the border area could indicate the crossing of groups of enemy.
b. Boat patrols- Although highly unlikely to be avilable
to the normal Paintballer.
When the border is defined by a river, boat patrols could be used in much the same way as motorized patrols.
Sensory devices.
Limited areas could be covered by using sensory devices, such as warning devices, alarms, or booby traps (mines) or carefully arranged terrain obstacles that will be noticable when disturbed giving warning and approximate position of suspect movement in the area.
Restricted areas.
When possible, certain areas of the border could be cleared of inhabitants and presence in that well-defined area and restricted to the use of only designated units.
Routine checking out of the area may indicate enemy activities. These areas provide complete freedom of action of your team forces, I.E., artillery engagements, safe havens, supply caches and the erection of barriers including minefields, obstacles, and booby traps.
Conclusion:
Border control operations are long-term operations that require careful planning and coordination and the vigorous application of such plans.
Invariably the border patrols are more of a deterrent than anything else, because it is normally the patrols in depth that physically get involved in action with the enemy; but the most effective measure for controlling the border is an active, well-planned patrol program executed by well-led, well-trained and well-armed patrols.
Referanced and adapted to fit Paintball tactics from:
The SELOUS SCOUTS, once the most feared counter-insurgency force on the African continent.
BORDER CONTROL OPERATIONS
Information which may be usefull to Generals and Commanders in large scale scenario games:
General:
Aim.
The aim of border control operations or counter-penetration operations is to make the border as secure as possible, thereby preventing enemy groups from crossing; or preventing supplies or reinforcements from crossing to support enemy groups that may have succeeded in crossing.
It is a known fact that part of the enemy's tactics and characteristics is to establish safe bases in neighboring territory from which they can launch their attacks across the border and to which they can return should the pressure applied against them by the your forces be too great. The very success of their operations is dependent upon these safe bases.
The enemy has no respect for your boundaries and is able to cross the boundary, whether it be an imaginary line through the bush, a river, a rugged bit of mud and muck or even an obstacle, at preselected crossing places.
There may be kilometers of border which may have to be protected. Because of these vast distances, it will be impossible to cover every meter with troops.
The commander must have the abilty to make maximum efficient use of the manpower which is available, a very well-thought-out plan, Organization and system for border control must be determined and vigorously and effectively applied.
In all areas where the enemy is more active, or where external support is more significant, higher priority of troop allocation should be given.
Factors Affecting Success:
Factors affecting the success of this type of operation are as follows:
Maximum use of informers, particularly on the other side of the border.
These informers are normally designated spies from the other team and will have some if only limited contact w/ your team command.
Flexibility
This aspect must be present in the planning and execution of all operations.
Security.
Security must be established and constanly improved upon as situation dictates.
The security element should be ran by a designated Local-Security control command.
The Local-Security control should have nothing on it's mind but the contant state of it's effectivness and would in essence act as a seperate police force controlling:
Intelligence/Spies.
Command body guards.
Security posts and patrols.
Cooperation
Cooperation and team play must be present between all participating players/forces.
The entire operation must have depth to it, therefore making it more difficult for the enemy to penetrate.
Ability to be unorthodox and original in the planning and execution of operations. Avoid being stereotyped.
develop a well organized and flexible logistical support.
Simplicity in planning and economical use of manpower.
A readily available reserve to be deployed either by road or on foot to assist wherever and whenever required.
Patterns of Operations:
The following factors will determine the allocation of tasks and responsibilities:
Nature of terrain.
Extent of border.
Enemy threat and activity.
External support to the enemy.
Availability of forces.
Local population.
Areas are divided into unit and sub-unit areas of tactical responsibility.
Boundaries between these areas must be well defined with no gaps which may lead to "pockets" that the enmy may use to either breach your lines or to use as an assembly area to launch an attack w/in you own AO.
These boundaries must be changed from time to time to prevent the enemy from discovering the border protection plan.
Troop density in these areas will be determined by enemy activity.
Headquarters.
The main HQfor such an operation will be located at a position from which effective command and control can be exercised and where all the necessary communication requirements exist, I.E., supply, and road head, medical, and communication centers, etc.
Although it must be taken into consideration at some large scale scenario games the HQ are structures that have already been emplaced by the field.
Unit headquarters.
This should be centrally situated in the unit's area of responsibility, preferably where good or reasonable communication facilities exist such as an supply- or road head and medical facilities.
They should also be located close to or at the local security command post, should there be one in the area. The main requirements remain, however, effective command and control of all forces concerned, accessibility and good communications.
Patrol bases and patrols:
Permanent patrol bases should be established along the border and in depth. These bases can either be bunkers used as small outposts or larger bases to be used by a bigger unit.
They should be so spaced and sited that patrols operating from them can effectively patrol the area, without having to cover long distances.
These bases must be tactically sited and well protected against possible enemy attacks.
Accessibility, supply routes, and withdrawl roues must be considered when siting such bases.
Patrolling from these bases can be done as follows:
Border patrols.
Strong, well-balanced patrols move on foot, their task or aim being to patrol the border to prevent penetration or to search for signs of recent enemy crossings and possible crossing places.
They must be prepared to fight should they encounter any enemy. These patrols must have good communications with their bases and must be prepared to spend several hours away from their bases.
Although operating as a primarly security patrol , these patrols must also be prepared to use their own initiative and set up ambushes at possible crossing places which were not foreseen.
Standing patrols.
A series of small standing patrols can be used to maintain observation during the day over possible crossing places,Gathering points, or pockets of terrian that may be sources of supplies for the enemy.
During the hours of darkness, these standing patrols could become listening posts with the dual purpose of ambushing likely crossing places.
These patrols should be provided with communications. They must operate with the utmost stealth and frequently change their positions to avoid detection.
They must be prepared to spend several hours away from their base. if possible, they should contact any friendly forces moving through their area.
Motorized patrols.
Should the terrain allow it, or should there be reasonable roads or tracks in the area, motorized patrols using tanks could be used.
This type of patrol will normally not be very successful in spotting and identifiieng enemy movement but it does serve as a deterrent to the enmy by displaying a "Show of force".
With this type of patrol, regular routes and timings must be avoided because of the possibility of enemy ambushes.
The Tank may also a be a safe means of passage for comanders and other important roles to move about safely to make contact with foot patrols or standing patrols that may be operating some distance away from the patrol base or to deliver supplies to the above mentioned.
Patrols in depth.
These patrols operate from bases sited in depth to the actual border patrol bases.
Their task is to search for and destroy enemy elements or groups that may have succeeded in penetrating inland.
They may react to information passed on to them by the border patrols or to indications they may have discovered as a result of their own vigorous patrol program, or to information passed on to them by higher headquarters.
These are strong, well-balanced patrols that may be assisted by recon patrols, tracking teams, or with good communications to the patrol base in conjuction w/ Re-Ac forces ( Re-Actionary forces ) , because they may frequently call for support when contact with the enemy has been made.
This patrol must be aggressive and must be prepared to spend several hours away from the patrol base.
In the event that should contact be made with the enemy, the patrol must be suffiently equiped to maintain contact until the enemy is eliminated.
The patrol program and pattern for the patrols operating in depth must be carefully coordinated and well planned.
These patrols can either operate from a base line or natural features such as rivers, ridges, spurs, etc., patrolling laterally, forward and inward or radiating outward in all directions from a central point which is the patrol base.
Whichever system is used, regular patterns, routes and timing must be avoided.
Aids to border control:
The physical protection of a long border with troops is not always possible because of the problem of manpower. There are, however, certain aids that could be considered:
a. Tank patrols-
These serve as a deterrent, as well as being able to cover large ground allowing regular visual reconnaissance of the border area could indicate the crossing of groups of enemy.
b. Boat patrols- Although highly unlikely to be avilable
to the normal Paintballer.
When the border is defined by a river, boat patrols could be used in much the same way as motorized patrols.
Sensory devices.
Limited areas could be covered by using sensory devices, such as warning devices, alarms, or booby traps (mines) or carefully arranged terrain obstacles that will be noticable when disturbed giving warning and approximate position of suspect movement in the area.
Restricted areas.
When possible, certain areas of the border could be cleared of inhabitants and presence in that well-defined area and restricted to the use of only designated units.
Routine checking out of the area may indicate enemy activities. These areas provide complete freedom of action of your team forces, I.E., artillery engagements, safe havens, supply caches and the erection of barriers including minefields, obstacles, and booby traps.
Conclusion:
Border control operations are long-term operations that require careful planning and coordination and the vigorous application of such plans.
Invariably the border patrols are more of a deterrent than anything else, because it is normally the patrols in depth that physically get involved in action with the enemy; but the most effective measure for controlling the border is an active, well-planned patrol program executed by well-led, well-trained and well-armed patrols.
Referanced and adapted to fit Paintball tactics from:
The SELOUS SCOUTS, once the most feared counter-insurgency force on the African continent.
