3-38. A movement formation is an ordered arrangement of forces for a specific purpose and describes the general configuration of a unit on the ground (ADP 3-90). They are composed of two variables: lateral frontage, represented by the line formation; and depth, represented by the column formation. The advantages attributed to one of these variables are disadvantages to the other. Leaders combine the elements of lateral frontage and depth to determine the best formation for their situation. In addition to the line and column/file, the other five types of formations—box, vee, wedge, diamond, and echelon—combine these elements to varying degrees. Each does so with different degrees of emphasis resulting in unique advantages and disadvantages.
- Movement Considerations
- Fire Team Movement Formations
- Squad Movement Formations
- Weapons Squad Movement Formation
- Platoon Movement Formations
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