Battle Drill #1: Conduct Platoon Attack (7-3-D101) TASK. Conduct
Platoon Attack (7-3-D101). CONDITIONS. An enemy squad has
occupied defensive positions or is moving to the platoon front.
The enemy has indirect fire and CAS capabilities. The platoon is
attacking separately or as part of a larger unit. Plans,
preparation, and movement to the objective have been
accomplished. The platoon is directed to attack the enemy. 1.
The platoon main body is not surprised or fixed by the enemy. 2.
The platoon accomplishes its assigned task within the
commander's intent. The platoon kills, captures, or forces the
withdrawal of the enemy. 3. The platoon maintains a sufficient
fighting force to defeat the enemy's counterattack and continue
operations. 1. Action on Enemy Contact. a. The platoon initiates
contact. The platoon leader directs when and how his base of
fire element will establish a base of fire. The element must be
in position and briefed before it initiates contact. The base of
fire squad leader (normally the weap