Posted on May 9, 2019
PV2 Indirect Fire Infantryman (Mortarman)
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I'm a Chuck(60mm 2 gun section) in a recon company and we are attached to plt's to be a " just in case" for immidiate suppression and breaking contact but I am confident that I can be more than just a tagalong for worst case scenario while also doing my job. I love my job but I can't stand just being there in case of a situation going fubar , I want to be able to benefit my plt in all scenarios while also possiblity extending the plts capabilities
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SGT(P) Air Operations And Training Ncoic (S3 Air)
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Welcome to the world of mortars. You’re new, so your sole focus should be becoming an expert in your craft. Get fast on the gun and be the best mortarman possible. Focus on schools after you sharpen your skills. When the time comes in combat, that platoon is going to want a fast gunner
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CPL Douglas Chrysler
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If you already possess an infantry MOS, you can go for the expert infantry badge (eib). There are some 30 tasks to be completed successfully before being presented with the badge. In the meantime, you learn, or sharpen skills that are beneficial to any infantry unit. The one thing I hear about most is land navigation failure. Can you imagine the GPS devices aren't working for anyone and there you are with a compass.
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Army Reconnaissance and Surveillance Leadership Course (RSLC). Do your best at BLC when you go. Master your craft on the gun......be that Gunner your section chief wants on Gun 2. When not drilling on the gun, learn the Plotting Board!!!! I can't stress this enough. Once you learn the basic missions and can register/re-register, you'll realize how easy you have it with the LHMBC. Be an asset to the Bravo's you are attached to. Make yourself an integral part of the team, not an "attachment."
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