Scheme of Maneuver – Matthew Luke Publishing

The scheme of maneuver is a fundamental component of planning and executing successful raid operations. This tactical concept outlines how forces will be positioned, moved, and employed to achieve the mission’s objectives while maintaining flexibility and surprise.

U.S. Marines with Mobility Assault Company, 2d Combat Engineer Battalion, 2d Marine Division, participate in urban operations training during Exercise Bold Quest 21.2 at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center, Ind., Nov. 16, 2021. The exercise is a joint and multinational operational assessment and demonstration to improve technical and procedural tactical-level sensor-to-shooter interoperability. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Ethan Robert Jones)

The scheme of maneuver in raid operations is a blueprint for success in dynamic and high-stakes scenarios. By emphasizing planning, surprise, and efficiency, military units can achieve their objectives and withdraw safely, leaving a lasting impact on the operational landscape.

Do you want to know more? Check Small Unit Raids, Chapter 17.