In watching the video I agree that fire discipline was lacking especially for the 249 and 203 gunners. I was always taught that movement without fire was suicide and fire without movement was a waste of ammo. I do not want to monday morning quarterback the situation but the fight seemed to serve no purpose and there appeared to be no attempt to close with and kill/capture the enemy fighters.

In regards to the amount of gear that our troops carry today it is often being dicatated from the rear and on high. Our infantry is no longer light and in fighting irregular forces we have placed ourselves at a disadvantage by reducing our ability to move quickly or quietly. I always attempted to shed gear but our politicians concern for our troops and their need to be seen supporting us by getting us the armour that we need meant I would wear front, rear, and side SAPI plates all day everyday. Our leaders in the field shoud determine what our troops need not politicians on the campaign trail.