Figure 6-1. How to Lay a Hasty Protective Minefield Leader Visualizes Minefield
The restrictions that minefields impose on friendly mobility as well as enemy mobility dictate the need
for positive and effective command and control of mine employment. The echelon commander is
vested with the authority to emplace mines in the rear area. At his discretion this may vary with the
purpose of the minefields and types of mines (conventional or scatterable). Minefields that restrict
maneuverability to a greater degree require a higher echelon of authority. In all cases, the responsible
commander must ensure that the proposed field is coordinated with adjacent, higher, and subordinate
units. He must further ensure that limitation to friendly maneuvers are minimized and that all
requirements for reporting, marking and recording met (see Figures 6-3 and 6-4).
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