Who is the primary advisor to the maneuver commander for planning and integrating field artillery?

The primary advisor to the maneuver commander for planning and integrating field artillery is the Fire Support Coordinator. This role is crucial as they ensure that field artillery assets are effectively integrated into the overall maneuver plan. The Fire Support Coordinator serves as a liaison between various fire support elements and the maneuver unit, facilitating communication and coordination. Their responsibilities include synchronizing artillery assets to support ground operations, ensuring that fire support is timely and meets the needs of the maneuver commander.

In contrast, the Chief of Fires oversees the overall fire support doctrine and operations for a unit, while the Fire Support Commandant focuses on training and managing fire support personnel and resources. The Fire Support Officer, although also involved in coordinating fire support, works under the Fire Support Coordinator and is more focused on specific fire support tasks rather than the broader integration of artillery into overall maneuvers.