ASSAULT - Briefing

Situation: While performing contingency operations, local population has informed your unit of a U.S. Soldier being held by insurgent forces at grid WN172773. Rules of Engagement: Positively identify all targets in compound due to presence of U.S. prisoner. Mission: First squad extract POW at enemy field HQ, grid WN172773. Enemy: One squad-sized element of insurgent forces with light weapons but no night vision devices. Friendly: One infantry squad of the 4th Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment, without advanced marksmanship team or grenadier support. Terrain: HQ is located in a lightly forested valley. HQ is a well-lit area consisting of a 2x4 frame constructed 1-story wooden buildings. Prisoner is expected to be held in the center of the compound.

DEFENSE - Briefing

Situation: While performing contingency operations, your unit captured an officer who will be transported to higher headquarters. Rules of Engagement: Positively identify targets in compound due to the presence of the EPW. Mission: Secure EPW holding area at grid WN172773 until transport arrives. Remember, under the laws of land warfare you are responsible for safeguarding the EPW. The EPW is secured in a holding cell in the center of the compound. Enemy: Infantry team without advanced marksmanship team or grenadier support. The hostile force can be expected to attempt to recover the EPW at any cost. Friendly: One infantry squad of the 2d Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, without advanced marksmanship team or grenadier support. Terrain: Field HQ is located in a lightly forested valley.