What kind of action might be included in a movement to contact?

In a movement to contact, the primary objective is to establish contact with the enemy while minimizing risk and maximizing the likelihood of success. Preliminary diversionary actions are a tactical approach taken to mislead or confuse the enemy, thereby allowing friendly forces to maneuver more effectively without early detection. These actions can include feints or demonstrations designed to draw enemy attention away from the main effort, enabling the unit to close in with the enemy or to accomplish its primary mission.

In contrast, retreat actions would typically occur in a different tactical context where forces are withdrawing from contact rather than seeking to engage. Logistical support, while critical to any military operation, does not directly pertain to the immediate actions necessary to establish contact with the enemy. Similarly, reinforcement strategies involve deploying additional forces to support an engagement that is already underway, rather than actions taken at the outset of establishing contact. Thus, preliminary diversionary actions are integral to the strategy employed during a movement to contact.