PREFACE
Purpose and Scope
This publication describes combat signal support in the heavy and light divisions including the air assault and airborne divisions. It is designed for existing communications networks under the Improved Army Tactical Communications System (IATACS). The division communications environment is addressed in FM 24-1, which covers signal support in the AirLand Battle, and FM 24-33, which covers electronic warfare (EW) defense and Threat radio electronic combat. Other manuals that complement this publication are FM 71-1, FM 71-2, FM 71-100, and FM 100-5.
Planning, managing, and employing signal resources in maneuver units, support units, and headquarters are critical combat functions covered in this publication. It applies specific tactical communications to combat operations of the division. The appendices detail the organizations and functions of communications elements, nets, and systems in the division.
This manual addresses the communications spectrum--from the squad on the battlefield to the headquarters of the division controlling the battle. It presents signal support principles and signal unit/element integration.
Stated or implied quantities of available communications equipment in this manual do not reflect actual authorizations. Changing communications support requirements are reflected in authorization documents. Appendix F addresses Mobile Subscriber Equipment (MSE) as it interfaces with non-MSE equipped corps/divisions. Refer to FM 11-30, FM 11-37, and 11-38 for MSE doctrine.
User Information
The proponent of this publication is HQ TRADOC. Send comments and recommendations on DA Form 2028 (Recommended Changes to Publications and Blank Forms) directly to Commander, United States Army Signal Center and Fort Gordon, ATTN: ATZH-DTL, Fort Gordon, Georgia 30905-5075. Key comments and recommendations to pages and lines of text to which they apply. If DA Form 2028 is not available, a letter is acceptable. Provide reasons for your comments to ensure complete understanding and proper evaluation.
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