Post by JiNX on Jun 18, 2008 19:31:52 GMT -5
These will be the standard signals to be relayed between squads and individuals.
I Understand
Meaning that the troop understood and will comply with the last command, or that he has completed the task and is ready for the next command. This signal is often called the "Thumbs Up".
I am ready/Are you ready?
This signal is used to get the attention of another party or to let another party know that you are ready to move, communicate, assault, ect.
I do not understand
Meaning that the troop does not understand the last message, or cannot comply with the last command. Sometimes called the "Wave off"
Cease Fire/All Clear
Meaning the firing line must stop shooting now!
Stop
Meaning the patrol will come to a halt, but you may continue to move to protective cover. Do not confuse this with the "Freeze" signal. With the "Stop" signal, there is no known threat to the patrol.
Freeze
Meaning "Don't Move". Dot step forward, speak, or turn you head to look for cover. This signal indicates that danger is very close; such as an enemy patrol passing by, or that land mines have been spotted. Do not overuse this signal.
Get Down
Meaning that you should lower your profile closer to the ground so that you cannot be seen.
Get Up
Meaning you should raise your profile and be prepared to move.
Increase your Interval
Meaning there needs to be greater space between individuals in the formation or between formations. This signal is often given when a patrol is passing from heavy vegetation to lighter vegetation, or onto a road.
Decrease your Interval
Meaning the space between troops need to be tightened up. This signal is often given as a patrol enters heavier vegetation, or just before passing an obstacle, or before overwhelming an enemy position.
Column File Formation
Meaning that the patrol will form a single line formation. Also known as a "Ranger File" or "Column of Ducks"
Wedge Formation
Meaning th patrol should assume the inverted "V" formation within their fireteams and prepare to attack.
On Line Formation
Meaning the entire element should come on line to my immediate left and right. Often given just prior to overwhelming an enemy position, or when making a heavy defensive line.
Danger Area
Meaning that immediately in front of the point man is a dangerous area--typically indicating some type of open or linear clearing.
Patch to the Road
Meaning that the patrol will cross a linear danger area using the "Patch to the Road" method, and all troops in the patrol should close up the intervals between individuals.
Patrol Leader Forward
Meaning the Designated patrol leader should move up the formation.
Security Team Forward
Meaning the designated Security Team should move up the formation.
Rally on me
Meaning the entire patrol must come to my position and form a tight circular security.
Double Time
Meaning members of the patrol must increase their speed to a slow run. More commonly, this means members of the patrol must keep up with the pace of the patrol leader.
Quick Time
Meaning the patrol should slow down to a walking pace. Almost always given at the end of a period of running.
Prepare for Action
Meaning to expect enemy contact in this (given) direction very soon. Often given when suspicious voices or troop movement is heard.
Enemy in Sight
Meaning I have visual contact with the enemy. This signal is ONLY for confirmed visual contact with the enemy. Raising of the rifle should only be done when passing this information over a long distance.
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I Understand
Meaning that the troop understood and will comply with the last command, or that he has completed the task and is ready for the next command. This signal is often called the "Thumbs Up".
I am ready/Are you ready?
This signal is used to get the attention of another party or to let another party know that you are ready to move, communicate, assault, ect.
I do not understand
Meaning that the troop does not understand the last message, or cannot comply with the last command. Sometimes called the "Wave off"
Cease Fire/All Clear
Meaning the firing line must stop shooting now!
Stop
Meaning the patrol will come to a halt, but you may continue to move to protective cover. Do not confuse this with the "Freeze" signal. With the "Stop" signal, there is no known threat to the patrol.
Freeze
Meaning "Don't Move". Dot step forward, speak, or turn you head to look for cover. This signal indicates that danger is very close; such as an enemy patrol passing by, or that land mines have been spotted. Do not overuse this signal.
Get Down
Meaning that you should lower your profile closer to the ground so that you cannot be seen.
Get Up
Meaning you should raise your profile and be prepared to move.
Increase your Interval
Meaning there needs to be greater space between individuals in the formation or between formations. This signal is often given when a patrol is passing from heavy vegetation to lighter vegetation, or onto a road.
Decrease your Interval
Meaning the space between troops need to be tightened up. This signal is often given as a patrol enters heavier vegetation, or just before passing an obstacle, or before overwhelming an enemy position.
Column File Formation
Meaning that the patrol will form a single line formation. Also known as a "Ranger File" or "Column of Ducks"
Wedge Formation
Meaning th patrol should assume the inverted "V" formation within their fireteams and prepare to attack.
On Line Formation
Meaning the entire element should come on line to my immediate left and right. Often given just prior to overwhelming an enemy position, or when making a heavy defensive line.
Danger Area
Meaning that immediately in front of the point man is a dangerous area--typically indicating some type of open or linear clearing.
Patch to the Road
Meaning that the patrol will cross a linear danger area using the "Patch to the Road" method, and all troops in the patrol should close up the intervals between individuals.
Patrol Leader Forward
Meaning the Designated patrol leader should move up the formation.
Security Team Forward
Meaning the designated Security Team should move up the formation.
Rally on me
Meaning the entire patrol must come to my position and form a tight circular security.
Double Time
Meaning members of the patrol must increase their speed to a slow run. More commonly, this means members of the patrol must keep up with the pace of the patrol leader.
Quick Time
Meaning the patrol should slow down to a walking pace. Almost always given at the end of a period of running.
Prepare for Action
Meaning to expect enemy contact in this (given) direction very soon. Often given when suspicious voices or troop movement is heard.
Enemy in Sight
Meaning I have visual contact with the enemy. This signal is ONLY for confirmed visual contact with the enemy. Raising of the rifle should only be done when passing this information over a long distance.
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