Operation Bright Future - Dads Army - ARMA Reforger

SITUATION

a. General

The town of Gulahy Shal has recently been affected by indirect mortar fire, causing damage to civilian infrastructure, including the local school. While the building remains standing, essential educational materials have been lost or destroyed.

Coalition Forces are tasked with delivering school supplies to Gulahy Shal to support the civilian population, assist in restoring normality, and reinforce stability within the area.

Following the success of Special Operation Iron Promise there are early signs of improving engagement between local elements and the civilian population. This operation aims to reinforce that trend through visible, non-kinetic support.

Gulahy Shal is located within a contested region. While civilians are assessed as generally cooperative, enemy forces are believed to be operating in surrounding areas and may attempt to disrupt humanitarian activity.

The threat of IEDs, harassment attacks, and opportunistic contact remains moderate.

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MISSION

British Forces will convoy from MOB directly to the Gulahy Shal School to deliver school supplies.

Upon arrival, forces will establish security around the school, enable CSU personnel to conduct engagement with civilians, and maintain a safe environment until the operation is complete.

The convoy route has not been cleared prior to movement.

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FRIENDLY FORCES

• Royal Marines / USMC – Alpha 1-1, Bravo 1-1, Charlie 1-1, Delta 1-1
• SAS – Sierra 1-1
• CSU – Hotel 1-1
• EODS – Vanguard 1-1
• ANA – Local presence elements

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EXECUTION

Commander’s Intent

Support the civilian population through the safe delivery of school supplies, maintain security throughout the operation, and disengage without escalation.

Royal Marines / USMC

• Conduct mounted convoy movement from MOB to Gulahy Shal
• Maintain convoy discipline and 360° security throughout movement
• Establish an outer cordon around the school and key access routes
• Maintain a controlled and professional posture during civilian interaction
• Be prepared to respond to enemy contact if required

SAS

• Provide close protection for supply vehicles and CSU personnel
• Overwatch likely enemy approaches and key terrain
• Respond rapidly to any direct threat against friendly forces or civilians

EODS

• Conduct route vigilance during convoy movement
• Inspect school grounds, surrounding structures, and delivery vehicles for explosive threats
• Clear areas prior to civilian access
• Neutralise or destroy any explosive ordnance encountered

CSU

• Provide medical support to civilians and friendly forces
• Support engagement with school staff and local civilians
• Assist in maintaining order during static phases

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AIR & FIRES SUPPORT

• No air support available
• Fires limited to organic weapons systems
• Indirect fires not authorised

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SERVICE SUPPORT

• Medical support provided by CSU and section medics
• Supplies include books, stationery, backpacks, and classroom materials
• All sustainment carried organically within convoy assets

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SIGNALS

• “Rolling” – Convoy moving
• “Halt” – Convoy halted
• “Supplies Out” – School supplies being delivered
• “Class in Session” – Task complete
• “Bright Future” – Mission complete, prepare to move