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The five paragraph order is derived from the operation order and is structured to meet the needs of the small unit leader. It is similar to the operation order in that it includes the situation, mission, concept of operation, orders to subordinates, and measures required to ensure coordination of administrative, logistic, command, and communication matters. The five paragraph order is structured for oral presentation while the operation order is structured to be written. The five paragraph order is used at company level and below. The squad leader issues his order orally, and can be done using a terrain model or may sketch.
Five Paragraph Order Format (SMEAC)
1 . Situation a . Enemy Forces. Consists of the SALUTE: size, activity, location, unit, time, equipment estimate of capability (DRAWD), and an estimate of the enemy's probable action.. b . Friendly Forces. A statement of the mission of the next higher unit, location and mission of adjacent units, and mission of non organic supporting units which may affect the actions of the
Unit.
Higher Commander’s Intent: c.
Attachments and Detachments. Units attached to or detached from the squad by higher headquarters, including the effective time of attachment or detachment.
2 . Mission
A clear, concise statement of the task and purpose which the squad must accomplish.
(5 Ws)
3 . Execution a . Concept of operations. The concept of operation is the squad leader's brief summary of the tactical plan the squad is to execute.
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Commanders Intent
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Scheme of Maneuver b.
Subordinate Tasks (Missions) In each succeeding paragraph, missions are assigned to each fire team and any attached units.
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3 c . Coordinating Instructions. In the last paragraph, instructions that apply to two or more subordinate units are given.
4. Administration and Logistics
This paragraph contains information or instructions pertaining to rations and ammunition; location of the distribution point, corpsman, and aid station; the handling of prisoners of war; and other administrative and supply matters. Often reference to as the 4 B’s ( B eans, B ullets,
B andaids, and B ad guys). a.
Administration. b.
Logistics.
5 . Command and Signal a . Signal. Special instructions on communications, including prearranged signals, password and countersign, radio call signs and frequencies, emergency signals, radio procedures, pyrotechnics, and restrictions on the use of communications. b . Command
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Location of the platoon commander.
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Location of the platoon sergeant.
3. Location of the squad leader.
Any Questions?
Time is now________.
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