Camouflage, Concealment, And Decoys

At a glance..

This field manual (FM) is intended to help company-level leaders understand the principles and techniques of camouflage, concealment, and decoys (CCD).

The details..

Camouflage, Concealment and Decoys (CCD) is a field manual published by the Department of the Army intended to help company-level leaders understand principles and techniques related to CCD. The goal is increased survivability on the battlefield through sound OPSEC measures including individual soldier's actions contributing to overall unit CCD posture. This publication includes doctrinal considerations such as responsibilities, priorities & training along with threat doctrine covering organization & data collection.

The fundamentals section covers principles like avoiding detection & minimizing movement while using decoys & applying recognition factors when selecting sites. Techniques discussed are lightweight camouflage screen systems used in supplemental camouflage or vehicle camo plus training guidelines for individuals regarding materials employed during dispersal.

Offensive operations preparations include battle plans involving survivability positions & obstacles while high value targets discuss fixed installations command posts supply points army aviation sites etc., all within relocatable units mobility capabilities built-in ccd features. Special environments considered are desert snow covered areas urban terrain among other conditions.

Appendices cover metric conversion chart tactical standing operating procedures standard camo materials Geneva emblem medical facilities glossary bibliography authorization page.