Commanders must understand the spectrum of capabilities of the fire support system. Skillful integration of fire support into all facets of the AirLand Battle must take place simultaneously and continuously as close, deep, and rear operations are synchronized. This publication prescribes fire support doctrine for corps and division operations. It is designed to assist fire support coordinators and their staffs in the conduct of combat operations. It also serves as a guide for echelons above corps regarding the organization, capabilities, and employment of fire support. Fire support for brigades is addressed in FM 6-20-40 and FM 6-20-50, the companion manuals for this document. FM 6-20 serves as the capstone for the entire series. Other service commanders and staffs will find this publication useful in planning fire support for joint operations.
DesignationFM 6-2030
EditionOct 1989
StatusSuperseded
Pages245
FunctionFires
EchelonDivision
CollectionRecent Archive