THIS IS A TRAINING OPERATION ORDER. FOR INSTRUCTIONAL PURPOSES ONLY.
References: ATP 3-21.8, ATP 3-06, FM 3-90-1, ADRP 1-02
OPERATIONAL PLAN / ORDER #004 / CODE NAME: “CLEAR DISMOUNT CITY”
CADRE / OPFOR NOTES
Complexity: Highest Recommended Phase: RUN (Advanced Iterations - Second Cycle or High Performers) Mission Summary: 1st Platoon is tasked to clear, seize, and secure the urban terrain known as OBJ FLUNKER. REAPER forces are using this area as a base for operations. The platoon must occupy the city and prevent REAPER from regaining control or using it for future operations.
Destination: OBJ FLUNKER, AO HERRERA (urban terrain, grid MP 0611 1530).
Actions on Objective: Platoon will establish an ORP, move to the city, isolate the objective, clear buildings and key terrain, secure the area, and establish defensive positions to prevent enemy re-infiltration. Assault, support, and security elements will be employed per doctrine.
Training Focus: This OPORD has the highest complexity due to MOUT operations. Recommend for second cycle iterations or candidates demonstrating strong TLP proficiency. Requires detailed planning for building clearing, phase lines, and consolidation.
Evaluation Timeline: For evaluated iterations, candidates will receive this OPORD and have 75 minutes to complete TLP Steps 1-8 before SP. Execution window is 60 minutes. AAR is 15 minutes.
OPFOR/Training Wrinkles:
- Simulate a determined defense using urban tactics, barricades, and possible IEDs.
- Introduce non-combatant role-players, civilian presence, or hostages to test ROE.
- OPFOR may attempt to counterattack, infiltrate, or use underground routes.
- Inject time-sensitive intelligence, booby traps, or unexpected obstacles.
NOTE: UAS/Counter-UAS injects are OPTIONAL and should only be used if authorized by the Commandant and incorporated into the approved POI.
See Also: LTA Grid Reference
Iteration Guidance: This is the detailed version with specific grids and positioning. For evaluated iterations and later runs where squad leaders should plan independently, use 004-clear-dismount-city.md instead.
Time Zone Used Throughout the Plan/Order: EASTERN STANDARD TIME
Task Organization:
1st Platoon, A Co. 4th BN-211th INF Platoon Leader Platoon Sergeant 1st Squad 2nd Squad 3rd Squad
Clay County, Florida, in the vicinity of Starke and Highway 16.
1. Terrain. OBJ FLUNKER is a small urban area with multiple multi-story buildings, narrow streets, alleys, and limited open spaces. The city is surrounded by wooded areas and open fields. Urban terrain provides numerous positions for defense, ambush, and concealment. Buildings offer cover and observation points, while underground routes (sewers, basements) may be used for movement or escape. Limited vehicle access due to debris and barricades.
2. Weather.
REAPER forces are a well-armed irregular force, using OBJ FLUNKER as a base for operations. They are experienced in urban combat, employ barricades, IEDs, and may use civilians as shields. Capable of rapid movement through buildings and underground routes.
1. Composition. 8-10 REAPER combatants, small arms, possible HMG/RPG, IEDs, barricades, and communications equipment.
2. Disposition. REAPER forces are dispersed in defensive positions throughout the city, occupying key buildings and intersections. They maintain observation on likely approaches and are prepared to reinforce or withdraw as needed. Possible use of lookouts and early warning systems.
3. Most Probable Course of Action (MPCOA). REAPER forces defend key buildings and intersections, using small arms and IEDs to delay friendly advance. If overwhelmed, they withdraw through underground routes or blend with civilians, attempting to regroup outside the city.
4. Most Dangerous Course of Action (MDCOA). REAPER forces launch a coordinated counterattack with reinforcements, using pre-placed IEDs, barricades, and snipers to inflict maximum casualties. They attempt to encircle friendly forces or use hostages to delay operations.
1. Higher Headquarters: A Co. 4th BN – 211th INF.
2. Mission. A Company clears and secures OBJ FLUNKER to deny REAPER a base of operations and enable follow-on operations in AO Starke.
3. Commander’s Intent. Seize and secure OBJ FLUNKER, eliminate REAPER presence, and establish a defensive posture to prevent REAPER re-infiltration.
Civilians are present in the city. Minimize risk to non-combatants, avoid collateral damage, and maintain positive relations with local populace.
None.
1st Platoon clears, seizes, and secures OBJ FLUNKER (MP 0611 1530) NLT __ to eliminate REAPER forces, deny REAPER a base of operations, and enable occupation by friendly forces.
Purpose: Deny REAPER a base of operations in OBJ FLUNKER and enable friendly occupation of the urban area for follow-on operations in AO HERRERA.
Key Tasks: (1) Clear all buildings and key terrain in OBJ FLUNKER. (2) Eliminate REAPER combatants. (3) Establish defensive positions to prevent REAPER re-infiltration.
End State: OBJ FLUNKER cleared, REAPER forces eliminated, friendly forces occupying the city in a defensive posture.
1st Platoon conducts a deliberate clearing operation of OBJ FLUNKER in two phases. In Phase 1 (Isolate and Clear), the platoon moves from the ORP to isolate the objective. The assault element, as the main effort, clears buildings along the main axis while the support element provides overwatch from key intersections. The security element blocks REAPER withdrawal and reinforcement routes. The platoon advances by phase lines, clearing and securing each sector before moving forward. In Phase 2 (Consolidate), the platoon establishes defensive positions to hold the city and prevent re-infiltration.
1st Squad, as the decisive effort, has priority of indirect fires. Mortar support and smoke available through company on request.
1. 1st Squad (Assault — Decisive Operation):
2. 2nd Squad (Support — Shaping Operation):
3. 3rd Squad (Security — Shaping Operation):
1. Rules of Engagement (ROE):
2. Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIR):
3. Commander’s Critical Information Requirements (CCIR):
4. Reporting:
5. This OPORD is effective immediately upon distribution.
1. PACE Plan:
2. Call Signs:
3. Challenge, Password, Running Password, Combination: