=Situation No. 3:=
The 1st platoon is deployed on the line of departure—one section in the
leading wave in a line of skirmishers, with intervals of 5 yards. The
second section is about 100 yards to the rear in line of squad columns.
The platoon scouts have worked their way forward to _______ (indicate).
The supporting troops are in position ready to open fire.
At this moment Captain C signals “Forward March”. The supporting weapons
open fire on the enemy strong point and shots are heard off to the right
indicating that the 2nd platoon has launched its attack.
You, Lieutenant M, commanding the 1st platoon, are at this point when
the signal is received.
_Required_:
Describe how the attack is conducted.