C1, FM 6-40/MCWP 3-16.4 Change HEADQUARTERS No.1 DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY Washington, DC, 1 October 1999 Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for FIELD ARTILLERY MANUAL CANNON GUNNERY FM 6-40/MCWP 3-16.4, April 1996, is changed as follows: 1. Change the following paragraphs or sections (changes are in bold type): Replace Paragraph 6-1, Page 6-1 with the following: 6-1. Description A firing chart is a graphic representation of a portion of the earth's surface used for determining distance (or range) and direction (azimuth or deflection). The chart may be constructed by using a map, a photomap, a gridsheet, or other material on which the relative locations of batteries, known points, targets, and observers can be plotted. Additional positions, fire support coordinating measures, and other data needed for the safe and accurate conduct of fire may also be recorded.
DesignationMCRP 3-10E.4
EditionMay 2016
StatusActive
Pages785
FunctionFires
CollectionCurrent Doctrine
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