THIS BOOK HAS BEEN REPLACED WITH ATP 3-20-96, CAVALRY SQUADRON DATED MAY 2016 WHICH IS ON THIS WEB PAGE.

This field manual (FM) dated 2006 describes why and how the Army is changing its fighting concepts, organizations, training, and operations for the reconnaissance squadron. It summarizes the reasons for change and basic concepts that underlie Army Transformation, explains how those concepts shape ongoing change, and describes the general nature of the changes that the Army will undergo in the next two decades. 

FM 3-20.96 provides basic tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) for the tactical employment of the reconnaissance squadrons in the heavy, infantry, and Stryker brigade combat teams (HBCT, IBCT, and SBCT

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

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