FM 3-90-1 OFFENSE AND DEFENSE VOLUME 1

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What does it take to turn a battlefield breakthrough into total enemy collapse?
This tactical breakdown of FM 3-90-1 dives into the U.S. Army's offensive doctrine—exploring how commanders move from initial contact to attack, then transition to exploitation and pursuit, all while maintaining tempo, flexibility, and decisive intent.

You’ll learn:
The four characteristics of offensive operations: surprise, concentration, tempo, and audacity
How commanders plan and control attacks using warfare functions and formations
The differences between daylight vs. limited-visibility attacks, and when each is used
How reconnaissance-pull vs. reconnaissance-push strategies shape maneuver
The indicators that tell a commander when to transition to exploitation or pursuit
The anatomy of special purpose attacks like ambushes, raids, feints, and counterattacks

Perfect for:
✅ Army leaders and NCOs preparing for tactical-level operations
✅ Officer candidates and PME students learning doctrinal planning
✅ Military scholars and defense analysts studying maneuver warfare
✅ Civilians interested in how the U.S. Army wins and adapts on the modern battlefield

“A successful attack doesn’t stop at the objective—it recognizes when to press, pursue, and annihilate a broken force.”

This doctrine teaches how the Army imposes its will—not just through firepower, but through synchronization, audacity, and operational tempo.

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