Just like closed quarters battle or CQB has its principles, and its methodology, regardless of how much it varies according to the unit or the country in question, in open spaces or natural areas combat, there are also some guidelines to be taken into account to gain as much advantage as possible in case of falling in combat, or to take advantage tactically of the terrain through which the unit is moving.

There is something I read a while ago about the British SAS and its famous 5 "S" Rule: Shape, Shine, Shadow, Silhouette and Space. It talked about how operators have to move to take advantage of the terrain in their favour and stay hidden from...

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