Combat Practice Firing Armored Force Units — FM 17-15

The purpose of combat firing is first to teach the value of coordination and teamwork to the members of a tactical unit, whether they are the tank crews, weapon crews or members of a rifle squad. Second, to teach the value of coordination between tactical units, such as squads of a rifle platoon, or the tanks of a tank platoon. Third, to train all units to conserve their ammunition by firing only at profitable targets within effective range. Finally, to train leaders in the coordination of the fire power of their weapons and in target designation methods that are sound, clear, and concise.