Post by DaNiJeL on Jun 24, 2013 18:55:58 GMT
There are three main formations (WEDGE, LINE, COLUMN) that you will see used 90% of the time. The common theme is that they are easy to establish, control, and are very flexible.
WEDGE FORMATION
The wedge formation is a very versatile one that is easy to establish and control. It allows for good all-around observation and security, and can be used in the majority of situations encountered.
LINE FORMATION
The line formation is great for advancing towards a known threat, as long as there is no significant risk of taking fire from the flanks.The line formation offers great observation and heavy fire to the front. It is easy to control, but does suffer from the problem noted above - that it is vulnerable to flanking fire. It also does not offer great flank or rear security, so it should be used with that in mind.
COLUMN FORMATION
The column formation is best used during travel when contact is not imminently expected or speed is a high priority. It is the simplest formation to establish. A column formation has great firepower to the flanks, but is not geared towards contact from the front (which it is vulnerable to). A column can rapidly shift upon contact to a line or other formation where appropriate, giving it good flexibility.
WEDGE FORMATION
The wedge formation is a very versatile one that is easy to establish and control. It allows for good all-around observation and security, and can be used in the majority of situations encountered.
LINE FORMATION
The line formation is great for advancing towards a known threat, as long as there is no significant risk of taking fire from the flanks.The line formation offers great observation and heavy fire to the front. It is easy to control, but does suffer from the problem noted above - that it is vulnerable to flanking fire. It also does not offer great flank or rear security, so it should be used with that in mind.
COLUMN FORMATION
The column formation is best used during travel when contact is not imminently expected or speed is a high priority. It is the simplest formation to establish. A column formation has great firepower to the flanks, but is not geared towards contact from the front (which it is vulnerable to). A column can rapidly shift upon contact to a line or other formation where appropriate, giving it good flexibility.
