1. Introduction

Date of Issue: 2024-10-02

Date of Last Modification: 2024-10-02

Application: This OPORD (Operations Order) serves the purpose of specific operation communication that informs units and personnel of an upcoming operation.

Approval Authority: Commanding Officer of the 1st Ranger Battalion, Arma III Realism

Enquiries: S-2 Intelligence Personnel – 1st Ranger Battalion, Arma III Realism

2. Operation Order - Strident Defender II

Alpha Company, 1st Ranger Battalion, United States Army

Date of Issuing Orders: 2024-10-02

Reference Number: OPERATION STRIDENT DEFENDER II

3. Situation

SITUATION REPORT: PEOPLES LIBERATION FORCES OF BELARUS (PLFB) HAVE SUCCESSFULLY BREACHED THE EASTERN DEFENCES IN POLAND. PLFB TROOPS MOVING WESTWARD TOWARDS CIVILIAN CENTRES AND POLISH BASES. US FORCES HAVE SUCCESSFULLY LOCATED AND SECURED THE PRESIDENT OF BELARUS AND HIS STAFF. HVI IS BEING HELD IN REDACTED LOCATION UNTIL EXVIL IS ACCOMPLISHED.

Date: 2024-10-02 LAST UPDATE

Location:  Tolkmicko, Poland

A. Area of Operations (AO)

• Area of Operations will be on the Eastern board of Poland and Russia. Units expected to operate around the town of Tolkmicko on the Baltic Sea.
• Region Simulated is  Tolkmicko, Poland
• Current Weather (https://www.accuweather.com/en/pl/elbl%C4%85g/266368/weather-forecast/266368)
• Forecasted Weather
• • 11°Lo
  • RealFeel® 2°
  • Partly cloudy
  • Wind
  • WSW 22 km/h Wind Gusts 39 km/h
  • Probability of Precipitation 85%
  • Probability of Thunderstorms 52%
  • Precipitation 15.0 mm
  • Cloud Cover 95%
    

B. Enemy Forces

• Observed the 4th Royal Guard of the PLFB in the region Tolkmicko, Poland. These forces are consisting of Mechanized troops utilizing large stocks of T-72s and BMP-2 to rapidly deploy troops into fighting zones.
• Observed 7th Squadron (Snow-Bears) of the PLFB flying eastwards towards Virojoki the regional capitol. Reports indicate that there are fixed wing assets in use and Mi-24 attack helicopters being moved into the regions. 
• Estimated PLFB forces inside Kaliningrad in the range of ~50,000 troops. Primarily made of veteran infantry and augmented reserves. 

C. Friendly Forces

• Polish Armed Forces - 37th Defense Force making up nearly 12,000 reservists and augmented veteran troops are present in the region. Majority of Polish forces are on the boarder between Poland and Belarus.
• United States Advanced Forces consisting of Alpha Company, 1st Ranger Battalion. 

D. Attachments/Detachments

• NTR

4. Mission

​Mission Statement: 

Our objective is to safely escort the Belarus President Aliaksei, Vice President Celestino, and leading General Dino to U.S. forces stationed in the coastal town of Tinkanen. With rising instability and the threat of hostile elements loyal to the People’s Liberation Forces of Belarus (PLFB), it is critical to secure their extraction from the region. This mission will ensure the safe transfer of these key figures to U.S. control, preserving Belarus' legitimate leadership and facilitating diplomatic negotiations. All efforts will focus on maintaining operational security, minimizing resistance, and ensuring a swift, covert transport to the rendezvous point.

Mission Objectives by importance;

• Escort HVI's to REDACTED grid location and hand off to US SF;

5. Execution

A. Commander’s Intent

The purpose of this mission is to ensure the safe and successful extraction of the Belarus President, Vice President, and leading General to U.S. forces in Tinkanen. The intent is to preserve the leadership of Belarus and prevent their capture or assassination by hostile forces loyal to the PLFB. We will execute this operation with speed, precision, and minimal exposure to hostile threats.

B. Key Tasks

- Secure and protect the extraction route.

- Minimize civilian and military casualties during the operation.

- Maintain stealth and avoid engagement unless necessary for mission success.

- Ensure the continuous communication and coordination with U.S. forces in Tinkanen for handoff.

C. End State

The Belarus leadership will be safely in U.S. custody at the Tinkanen coastal town, without compromise, allowing them to regroup and continue diplomatic operations. Operational success will be marked by minimal exposure, no loss of personnel, and the prevention of hostile forces intercepting the convoy.

6. Sustainment

​Logistics: 

• Ammo resupply will only be available at designated bases or bunkers inside the AO; and
• Meal and Water kits are to be transported at the platoon level with provided ration packs.

Personnel and Casualty Evacuation (CASEVAC): 

• Ensure all personnel are combat-loaded and have completed their pre-combat inspections (PCI).

7. Command and Signal

Command:

• Overall Command:
• • U.S. Forces in the region will operate under the overall command of Colonel H. Simmerson, Commander of the U.S. 1st Ranger Battalion, in coordination with NATO and Polish defense forces.
  • Allied forces, including special operations and undisclosed units, will be under the operational control (OPCON) of Task Force Sentinel, with mission directives issued through the NATO Eastern Command.
• Command Relationships:
• • U.S. Forces will maintain tactical control (TACON) over all attached Ranger elements, with joint operations coordinated through NATO channels. Special operations units will report directly to Task Force Sentinel for mission-specific tasks.
  • Polish Forces will operate under their national command authority but will liaise directly with U.S. and NATO command structures for joint operations.
  • U.S. forces will synchronize operations with the Special Operations Task Force to ensure integration of covert and intelligence missions with conventional operations.
• Succession of Command:
• • In the event that Colonel H. Simmerson is unable to continue in command, the command will pass to Lieutenant Colonel M. Hogan, Deputy Commander of the 1st Ranger Battalion.
  • Each subordinate unit will have a pre-designated chain of command as outlined in the mission’s operational orders.

Signal:

• Primary Communications:
• • Secure communications will be established through SINCGARS (Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System) for tactical unit-to-unit communication.
  • Joint Force Communications Network (JFCN) will provide encrypted communication for coordination between U.S., NATO, and Polish Forces. Units will maintain regular contact with headquarters and adjacent forces via this network.
• Alternate Communications:
• • Satellite Communications (SATCOM) will be used as a secondary method for long-range communications in case of primary system failure or interference.
  • Field phones and messenger systems will serve as backup communication within forward positions and for maintaining local security.
• Call Signs and Frequencies:
• • Call signs for all units and leaders will be provided in the Annex K (Communications) of the operational order. Call signs will be used for secure communication across tactical networks.
  • Frequency management will be handled by the S-6 Communications Section, with changes and encryption keys updated daily to ensure operational security.
• Visual Signals:
• • Standard visual signals for identification and coordination, including IR strobes, signal flares, and marking panels, will be used in situations where radio silence is required or communications fail.
• Emergency Communication Procedures:
• • In the event of complete communication failure, units will revert to pre-established emergency fallback frequencies outlined in the Communications SOP.

• • Emergency beacons and signal devices will be issued to all personnel to ensure recovery and extraction in high-risk zones.

8. Closing Remarks

​Remarks​: 

• Unit Members are to be located on Operations Server 2302 no later than (NLT) 1930EST;
• LOAs are to be submitted prior to 1900EST; and
• Leadership is to report to TeamSpeak (TS) at 1900EST

CPT J. Prescott, Commanding Officer, Alpha Company