NATO - ATP 36(A)
Amphibious Operations-Ship-to-Shore Movement
| Organization: | NATO |
| Publication Date: | 1 May 1995 |
| Status: | inactive |
| Page Count: | 277 |
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PURPOSE
To discuss the doctrine, command relationships, techniques, and procedures for planning and executing the ship-to-ship shore movement during the assault phase of amphibious operations. This publication describes:
a. The organization of Navy and landing forces (LFs) to conduct
amphibious operations.
b. Command relationships within and between these forces.
c. The planning process required to develop the amphibious task
(ATF) landing plan.
d. The conduct of the waterborne and helicopterborne ship-to-shore movements.
e. Protective measures in the amphibious objective area (AOA) to minimize danger to the ATF.
ATP 36 serves as a guide for operational staffs, unit commanders, and school commands.
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