
OPERATIONS ORDER
Operation Panther (1969), White Rabbit
TO:
OPERATIONS OFFICER
United Task Force
UNITAF Forces Vietnam
OPERATIONS OFFICER
United Task Force
UNITAF Forces Vietnam
FROM:
Lt Gen Chad P. Franks
CMDR CJTF USCENTCOM
MacDill Air Force Base Tampa, U.S.
Lt Gen Chad P. Franks
CMDR CJTF USCENTCOM
MacDill Air Force Base Tampa, U.S.
--- OPERATIONS ORDER ---
Situation
Background InformationAfter some successful patrols in the deeper jungle regions we lost track of enemy movement in the west. Our spotters reported hastily built barricades around the town of Bai Bien Dep. Our intelligence officers think it will be used for reinforced mortar positions as well as a rally point for a counterattack on the harbor of Shihanoukville. F4 recon images also hint at a VC mining operation within hill 100 east of Bai Bien Dep indicating in a combined operation with VC forces. Our best guess is preparations to further create a tunnel connection hub for VC movement in the larger area. Our biggest concern however is the rally point in Bai Bien Dep.
Friendly Forces
Infantry platoon * 1 HQ with supporting elements * 2 infantry squads * 2 light attack helicopters * 2 light tanks * logistics support
Enemy Forces
* PAVN HQ element * PAVN infantry * PAVN recon teams * PAVN mortar teams * PAVN light vehicles * PAVN AA vehicles * PAWN light tank (deemed possible by intelligence office) * VC HQ element * VC light infantry
Mission
Tasking* Locate information about the enemy operation in and around Xo Xanh * Search and destroy the enemy command fortification * Take back Bai Bien Dep and seize any hostile elements you find there * Search and destroy any VC mining operation
End-state
* The enemy command structure with its HQ element has been destroyed and preferably captured for interrogation * Bai Bien Dep has been taken back so engineer teams can safely work on destroying any enemy fortification and logistical structures * VC mining operation is suppressed to the level that the area can't be used for further logistical deeds
Execution
Commander's IntentThe purpose of this mission is to route out enemy defences being constructed in Bai Bien Dep, and investigate enemy movement to the West of San Bay Ban Airfield. To this end, Panther platoon and supporting elements will push West of the airfield before searching out an enemy HQ, then pushing South to attack Bai Bien Dep. At all times, PID targets as CIVPOP will be present along much of our movement route. Do not engage non-combatants of any form. Attempt to save civilian infrastructure, but not at the cost of friendly lives.
Tasks and Sequencing

Administration/Logistics
ResupplyLogistics (Callsign CYCLOPS) will operate with assistance from Dragonfly, also having access to ground vehicles should particular areas be inaccessible to the rotary.
Medical
Dragonfly may be used to CASEVAC if the situation requires, at the discretion of Panther 9.
Rules of Engagement
In accordance with SOP
Fire Support Plan
In accordance with SOP
Close Air Support
In accordance with SOP
Command/Signal
Communications Plan
Callsign | Primary Frequency | Superior Frequency | ACTUAL |
---|---|---|---|
PANTHER 9 | 40mHz | 37mHz | MSP Mattjamco Platoon Leader |
PANTHER 1 | 250mHz | 40mHz | Maj Korean Falcon Squad Leader |
PANTHER 1-1 | 251mHz | 250mHz | SP2 Nico Fireteam Leader |
PANTHER 1-2 | 252mHz | 250mHz | SSG Hrusi Junior Team Leader |
PANTHER 2-1 | 261mHz | 260mHz | PFC ryyszla Fireteam Leader |
PANTHER 2-2 | 262mHz | 260mHz | SSG Johnson Junior Team Leader |
IRONSIDE 1 | 350mHz | 60mHz | SP2 Chelmy (Ret.) MBT Section Commander |
IRONSIDE 2 | 360mHz | 60mHz | MSG Crossy MBT Crewman (Commander) |
CYCLOPS 4 | 70mHz | 43mHz | PFC Kat Logistics Support Chief |
DRAGONFLY 5-1 | 81mHz | 80mHz | PFC Luke Rotary Crew Chief (General) |
STARLIGHT H | 87mHz | 37mHz | SP2 Scape Senior Game Master |
Red and green smokes to be carried by every element in order to mark positions as references to Dragonfly. Orange smoke may be used to mark downed friendly vehicles. Purple as standard for MASSCAS situations. Blue to denote LZs for Dragonfly.
CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS
TEAMSPEAK IP: ops.unitedtaskforce.netGAME SERVER IP (Direct Connect): ops.unitedtaskforce.net
GAME SERVER PASSWORD: issued on Discord

TIMINGS
SERVER OPENS: 1730hrs UTCFORM UP: 1800hrs UTC
ANNOUNCEMENTS/BRIEFING: 1815hrs UTC
STEP OFF: 1825hrs UTC
END-EX: 2000-2100hrs UTC APPROX
All are GMT/UTC
