River patrol infantry

River Patrol Infantry are closely related to Littoral Assault Infantry and make use of armed small craft to engage targets at or close to river banks.

Key Considerations

• Operates from armed small craft
• Focuses on riverbank and river-based engagements
• Similar in role and structure to Littoral Assault Infantry
• Requires coordination between watercraft and infantry elements

Best Employment

• Riverine operations
• Securing riverbanks
• Engaging targets along rivers and waterways