Army Field Manual 3-09

Army Field Manual 3-09 outlines guidelines for employing military fire support, including artillery, mortars, and close air support, to achieve tactical objectives. It provides principles for coordinating and integrating these fire elements with ground operations, ensuring effective and precise engagement of enemy targets while minimizing collateral damage. The manual emphasizes planning, communication, and adaptability to sustain battlefield momentum and safety for friendly forces. Essentially, it directs how different firepower assets should work together to support soldiers in combat situations, optimizing battlefield effectiveness through systematic, disciplined, and coordinated use of fire support.