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FM/BG-1471 · v1.01
Mobile defence
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- FM/BG-1471
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- v1.01 8mos ago
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- Cpl Ross 3 Feb 2026
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- v1.00 Initial Version
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Mobile defense prioritises the preservation of manoeuvre over holding fixed terrain.
Instead of establishing a continuous defensive line, elements retain mobility and engage the enemy through movement, repositioning, and selective engagement. The aim is to disrupt the enemy’s advance, draw them into unfavourable positions, and apply combat power at chosen points.
Key characteristics of a mobile defence:
Limited reliance on fixed positions.
Emphasis on freedom of movement and flexibility.
Engagements are initiated and broken deliberately.
Use of maneuver to avoid being fixed or enveloped.
Counter‑attacks are used to exploit exposed enemy elements rather than to retake ground.
Mobile defence is most effective when space is available, situational awareness is maintained, and coordination allows rapid concentration of force at decisive moments.
v1.01
Mobile defense prioritises the preservation of manoeuvre over holding fixed terrain.
Instead of establishing a continuous defensive line, elements retain mobility and engage the enemy through movement, repositioning, and selective engagement. The aim is to disrupt the enemy’s advance, draw them into unfavourable positions, and apply combat power at chosen points.
Key characteristics of a mobile defence:
Limited reliance on fixed positions.
Emphasis on freedom of movement and flexibility.
Engagements are initiated and broken deliberately.
Use of maneuver to avoid being fixed or enveloped.
Counter‑attacks are used to exploit exposed enemy elements rather than to retake ground.
Mobile defence is most effective when space is available, situational awareness is maintained, and coordination allows rapid concentration of force at decisive moments.
Mobile defense prioritises the preservation of manoeuvre over holding fixed terrain.
Instead of establishing a continuous defensive line, elements retain mobility and engage the enemy through movement, repositioning, and selective engagement. The aim is to disrupt the enemy’s advance, draw them into unfavourable positions, and apply combat power at chosen points.
Key characteristics of a mobile defence:
Limited reliance on fixed positions.
Emphasis on freedom of movement and flexibility.
Engagements are initiated and broken deliberately.
Use of maneuver to avoid being fixed or enveloped.
Counter‑attacks are used to exploit exposed enemy elements rather than to retake ground.
Mobile defence is most effective when space is available, situational awareness is maintained, and coordination allows rapid concentration of force at decisive moments.
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FM/G324 Applied defensive tacticsOn role cards
On 22 role cards in 4 combat areas.
Named on
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Acting Fireteam Leader (≤5)
Combat Leadership
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Fireteam Leader (≤6)
Combat Leadership
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Infantry Team Leader (≤8)
Combat Leadership
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Squad Leader (≤15)
Combat Leadership
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SF Team Leader (≤6)
Combat Leadership
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Squad Commander (≤15)
Combat Leadership
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Platoon Sergeant
Field Leadership
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Squad Commander (≤28)
Field Leadership
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Platoon Commander (≤32)
Field Leadership
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Platoon Leader (≤45)
Field Leadership
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Platoon Commander (≤45)
Field Leadership
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SF Commander (≤45)
Field Leadership
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Platoon Commander (≤64)
Field Leadership
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Company Commander (≤64)
Field Leadership
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Company Commander (≤128)
Field Leadership
The other 7 roles read it through these cards.
By combat area
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Core Infantry
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