Characteristics of the Offense

(SCAT) Surprise Concentration Audacity Tempo

Characteristics of the Defense

(MOMS PDF) Mass and Concentration Operations in depth Maneuver Security Preparation Disruption Flexibility

Types of Offensive Operations

(PEAM) Pursuit Exploitation Attack Movement to Contact

3 Forms of Ambush

Point Area AntiArmor

OAKOC

Obstacles Avenues of Approach Key Terrain Observation and Fields of Fire Cover and Concealment

5 Types of Battle Positions

Primary Alternate Supplementary Subsequent Strong Point

Pursuit

To catch/cut off the enemy as they are fleeing, with the intent to destroy

Exploitation

Follows a successful attack, with the intent of disorganizing the enemy

Attack

defeats enemy forces, seizes terrain, or secures terrain; conducted regularly by infantry platoons and squads

Movement to Contact

designed to establish or regain contact to develop the situation

Raid

deliberate operation with swift penetration of enemy territory; not intended to hold territory; requires intel, prep, and planning