text: Chapter 20
  result, the probable enemy course of action, situation template, and event template must include both the
  stationary and maneuvering forces perspective of the operation.
  Movement and Maneuver
  20-6. Linkup operations of two or more friendly forces are conducted to—
  * Complete the encirclement of an enemy force.
  * Assist the breakout of an encircled friendly force.
  * Join an attacking force with a force operating adjacent to it.
  * Join an attacking force with airborne or air assault elements following a vertical envelopment.
  20-7. The two forces carefully define and coordinate their schemes of maneuver, placing particular attention
  to graphic control measures and the subsequent mission to be performed by each force after linkup is
  complete. A linkup point is normally positioned behind or along one flank of the enemy’s positions.
  20-8. A linkup point is a designated place where two forces are scheduled to meet. This point should be large
  enough for all forces to assemble and it should offer cover and concealment for these forces. When planning
  a linkup point, the staff should look for an easily identifiable point on the ground. The staff should position
  linkup points on defensible terrain located away from normal enemy movement routes. Planned alternate
  linkup points provide needed flexibility. A liaison is normally established during planning and continues
  throughout the operation to facilitate coordination between the two forces. See paragraph A-27 for definition
  and symbol.
  20-9. Units carefully coordinate linkup operations with forces of other nations. This is especially true if the
  two forces are not both members of an alliance with established internationally standardized procedures, or
  if the forces involved have not previously established the necessary procedures. In such situations, extensive
  use of liaison is necessary to ensure understanding and synchronization of operations. Additional rehearsals
  may be necessary to ensure maneuver forces clearly understand the operation or to ensure no hostile actions
  affect the stationary force. Aircraft can improve and expedite this coordination.
  20-10. The engineers will be task-organized to conduct mobility operations. The speed of the operation will
  be essential, whether it is designed to assist in the movement towards the linkup point with an encircled force
  or to complete the encirclement of the enemy.
  Fires
  20-11. When a division or corps directs a linkup operation, they normally establish fire support coordination
  measures for both forces. Fire support coordination measures are adjusted as one force moves toward the
  other. A restricted fire line is established between the forces when necessary, usually at the point where the
  two forces plan to establish contact. During linkup operations, particularly with airborne or air assault forces,
  indirect fire support becomes extremely important. The division artillery headquarters must ensure timely
  dissemination of information and coordination so that fires do not engage friendly aircraft supporting the
  airborne or air assault forces.
  Sustainment
  20-12. Sustainment support requirements may be greater during linkup operations than during other
  operations. Additional considerations for planning logistics support in linkup operations include—
  * Distance to the objective area.
  * Duration to hold the objective area.
  * Planned operations or movement out of the objective area.
  * Resupply of the stationary force.
  * Movement of drop zones and landing zones of airborne or air assault forces involved in the linkup.
  * LOCs secured by follow-on forces.
  20-13. Supply requirements for a linkup operation may exceed the transportation capability of the unit
  conducting the linkup. The sustainment elements may have to request additional vehicles or resupply by air.
  In linkup operations with airborne and air assault forces, priority for supply by air is given to the forces