ATP 3-20.97 — Cavalry Troop
ATP 3-20.97 provides the doctrinal framework and tactical employment principles for Cavalry troop reconnaissance and security tasks.
- Publication number: ATP 3-20.97
- Title: CAVALRY TROOP
- Date: 09/12/2024
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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ATP 3-20.97 covers Cavalry troop organizations, mission command, reconnaissance, security operations, sustainment, logistics packages, maintenance, and Army Health System support. It is authoritative but requires judgment in application, and existing rules of engagement control the actual application of its techniques and procedures.
Applies to: ATP 3-20.97 applies to the Active Army, the Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States, the United States Army Reserve, Department of the Army Civilians, and Government contractors.
Topics covered
- Cavalry troop organizations
- Mission command
- Reconnaissance operations
- Security operations
- Counterreconnaissance
- Sustainment planning
- Logistics package operations
- Army Health System support
Questions and answers
What is the Cavalry troop's primary reconnaissance role?
As the eyes and ears of the squadron commander, the Cavalry troop is the squadron commanders primary reconnaissance and security asset. (paragraph 6-0)
What does the Cavalry troop collect information about?
The Cavalry troop skillfully conducts reconnaissance and security tasks to collect information about the threats location, disposition, and composition. (paragraph 6-0)
What must troop commanders do with squadron staff products?
Troop commanders have a responsibility to refine products generated by the squadron staff appropriately for a troop-level focus. (paragraph 2-6)
What is the minimum recommended planning distance between vehicles in severely restrictive terrain?
Disperse vehicles based on enemy fires capability, yet still within friendly fires coverage; the minimum recommended planning factor of 500 meters between vehicles provides force protection against enemy indirect fire. (paragraph 1-33)
How far away do troop trains usually locate from combat operations?
Usually, troop trains locate at least 2,000 meters away from the troops combat operations. (paragraph 5-34)