ATP 3-09.70 Paladin Operations

dated Sep, 2015

Army Techniques Publication (ATP) 3-09.70 provides techniques for the Paladin units and staff with doctrine relevant to current and future operations. Publication ATP 3-09.70 is the principle reference for Paladin operations. Publication ATP 3-09.70 sets forth suggested duties and responsibilities of key personnel and addresses doctrine and techniques for Paladin operations and training.

This publication describes the Paladin units, to include:

•Doctrinal guidance for commanders, staffs, and subordinate commanders and leaders of the organizations responsible for conducting (planning, preparing, executing, and assessing) operations in the brigade combat team and field artillery brigade.

•Operations for the brigade combat team Paladin battalions and Paladin battalions assigned, attached, or under the operational control of field artillery brigades. The techniques described herein are guidelines, which remain flexible. Each situation in combat must be resolved by intelligent interpretation and application of the doctrine set forth in this publication.

Publication ATP 3-09.70 applies to the Active Army, Army National Guard and Army National Guard of the United States, and United States Army Reserve unless otherwise stated.

ATP 3-09.70 is organized into 8 chapters and 4 appendixes.

Chapter 1 provides the organizational framework for the Paladin-equipped cannon battery. Section I begins with a brief description of the mission and general organization. Section II closes with a discussion on cannon battery tactical duties of key personnel.

This book is a “mini” (7 1/4 inches high by 5 1/2 inches wide) size – A popular size to carry anywhere (briefcase, large pocket, purse) but the print is large enough for easy reading.  The binding is coil, allowing for easy page turning with no jamming.

The covers are laminated for weather protection with black and white inside printing.