Purpose

To organize missions and campaigns effectively, ensuring that all members are informed, prepared, and able to execute their roles within the unit. These documents provide structured templates and forms to standardize mission planning, briefing, execution, and post-operation analysis.

Documents

1. Operation Order (OPORD) Template
2. Mission Briefing Template
3. After Action Report (AAR) Form

1. Operation Order (OPORD) Template

An OPORD is a directive issued by a leader to subordinate leaders for the purpose of effecting the coordinated execution of a mission.

OPORD Format

1. Situation
   • Enemy Forces
     • Composition, Disposition, Strength
     • Capabilities and Limitations
     • Most Likely Course of Action
   • Friendly Forces
     • Higher Unit’s Mission and Intent
     • Adjacent Units
     • Supporting Units
   • Attachments and Detachments
     • Units attached or detached from the main force.
2. Mission
   • A concise statement of the task(s) to be accomplished and the purpose.
3. Execution
   • Commander’s Intent
     • Purpose
     • Key Tasks
     • End State
   • Concept of Operations
     • Scheme of Maneuver
     • Fire Support Plan
   • Tasks to Subordinate Units
     • Specific tasks assigned to squads and teams.
   • Coordinating Instructions
     • Timeline
     • Rules of Engagement (ROE)
     • Mission-specific details
4. Support
   • Logistics
     • Supply (Ammunition, Equipment)
     • Transportation
   • Medical Evacuation
     • Casualty Collection Points
     • MEDEVAC Procedures
   • Personnel
     • Replacements
     • Prisoner Handling
5. Command and Signal
   • Command
     • Location of Key Leaders
     • Succession of Command
   • Signal
     • Radio Frequencies and Call Signs
     • Passwords and Challenges
     • Signal Procedures

Usage

• Preparation: Filled out by mission planners and leaders prior to operations.