Here are the key points covered in the reflection paper:
- The author was assigned as the Assistant Convoy Commander while deployed in Iraq.
- Their duties included giving mission briefs, after action reviews, and teaching important battle drills to prepare soldiers for potential situations they may face, such as reacting to IEDs, small arms fire, and how to protect oneself during a vehicle rollover.
- The drills were practiced extensively to ensure soldiers' actions would be instinctual if needed in a real emergency situation. Proper bracing and extraction techniques were part of the rollover drill training.
- Through repetitive drills and ensuring mastery of procedures, the author aimed to adequately prepare soldiers for potential hazards