FM 7-100.1 — Opposing Force Operations
FM 7-100.1 governs the operational doctrine of a realistic composite Opposing Force for Army training.
- Publication number: FM 7-100.1
- Title: OPPOSING FORCE OPERATIONS
- Date: 12/27/2004
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
View FM 7-100.1 on armypubs.army.mil
It addresses strategic framework, command and control, information warfare, reconnaissance, fire support, aviation, air defense, engineer support, NBC and smoke operations, and logistics. It describes planning and employment concepts for offensive and defensive operations.
Applies to: This manual is approved for use in all Army training venues.
Topics covered
- Strategic framework
- Command and control
- Offensive operations
- Defensive operations
- Information warfare
- Fire support
- Air defense support
- Operational logistics
Questions and answers
How does the OPFOR plan for a possible intervention by an extraregional power?
Strategic plans take this possibility into account and, depending on the degree of risk, contingencies are planned to account for such an eventuality. (paragraph 12-93)
What does the State logistics system provide?
The State logistics system is designed to provide continuous support to the civilian populace while simultaneously supporting military forces from the strategic level to the individual fighting unit. (paragraph 12-2)
What does the OPFOR do when available fire support or ammunition is insufficient?
If insufficient fire support or ammunition is available to achieve the necessary result, the OPFOR does not fire less and hope for the best. (paragraph 7-34)
What principle guides every aviation mission?
Every mission must be focused toward a clearly defined, decisive, and attainable task. (paragraph 8-55)
What principles govern the use of nuclear weapons after release?
Once the NCA releases nuclear weapons, two principles govern their use: mass and surprise. (paragraph 11-39)