TC 1-05
After Action Reviews and Reports
Describe the activity and organize the body of the report in
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titled sections. Following a background discussion, tell how
the activity took place (include all relevant facts).
Estimate the impact(s) of the activity on the individual or the
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unit.
Indicate special circumstances encountered while carrying
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out the activity. (Include successes or failures of interest to a
higher level of command and note important command
decisions.)
List highlights and significant results of the activity,
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especially those that could affect future activities.
Document sources of information or references you have
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cited fully and consistently. Refer the reader to attachment(s)
that contain further detailed analysis of the activity.
Revise the AAR according to the Army writing style.
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Write clearly. Primarily use the active voice; use personal
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pronouns when they are appropriate.
Write concisely. Do not use jargon or unnecessary, long
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words; avoid wordiness; and use military abbreviations
appropriately.
Organize compactly.
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H-5
10 May 2005
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