About this Video

• Video Title: 20 Methods For Combat in an Urban Environment
• Channel: JimmyTalks
• Speakers: Jimmy
• Duration: 00:15:08

Introduction

This video provides 20 practical and realistic strategies for urban combat, focusing on techniques applicable in SHTF scenarios or war zones. The speaker emphasizes the significant differences between urban warfare and combat in open or rural environments.

Key Takeaways

1. Avoid streets: Streets offer multiple angles of enemy fire.
2. Utilize buildings: Move through buildings for cover and positional control. Heavy carpets can mitigate drone attacks.
3. Avoid fatal funnels: Doors are dangerous entry points; barricade them.
4. Fortify positions: Barricade doors; use booby traps to slow advances.
5. Control stairwells: Block stairways with materials; use grenades for maximum impact. Immediately engage any surviving threats.
6. Create kill holes: Create discreet holes in floors for vertical engagements.
7. Close-quarters combat (CQB): Carry knives, spades, or clubs for close-range defense.
8. Vary firing positions: Don't fire from the same window twice to avoid revealing your location. A single shot can create a psychological advantage.
9. Deep room shooting: Shoot from deep inside rooms to minimize muzzle flash and noise.
10. Keep barrels inside: Keep rifle barrels inside when firing from inside to outside positions.
11. Maintain mobility: Avoid staying in one place too long to prevent vulnerability.
12. Counter snipers: Use buildings to break line of sight; work with your team to locate snipers.
13. Wounded enemy tactic: Don't kill wounded enemies; let the enemy expend resources to evacuate them.
14. Engage enemy rescuers: Target those trying to recover wounded enemies.
15. Maintain energy levels: Carry high-carbohydrate and sugary snacks for energy boosts. Stay hydrated.
16. Utilize grenades effectively: Use grenades effectively, but be cautious indoors due to dust. Immediately engage survivors.
17. Leverage darkness: Use nighttime for concealment; employ hand signals for silent communication.
18. Use tracers sparingly: Use tracer rounds to mark targets but avoid revealing your position.
19. Avoid friendly fire: Communicate your location to friendly forces.
20. Psychological warfare: One well-placed shot can create fear and buy time.