Artillery/Mortar Fire When target is verified, adjust illumination over adjusting point and transmit: "Coordinated illumination." Call for fire for target attack, such as HE, ICM, etcetera. When maximum target illumination is obtained, the…Archive170 pagesNewer: 1997Fires
and chapters 1 through 8 contain many doctrine changes; therefore, those changes are not marked with a vertical bar. 2. Remove appendiArchive1,183 pagesNewer: 1987Fires
FM 71-3 company and appropriate field artillery and service support. Battle groups were self- contained and could be employed singly or in combinations. In armored divisions, the combat command system remained largely unchanged. In the…Archive122 pagesNewer: 1996Small Unit Tactics
1 March 2011 ATTP 3-18.12 vii Summary of Changes Overall • Incorporated changes and terms based on FM 3-0. • Replaced references to battlefield operating systems with warfighting functions. • Reduced redundancy whenever possible by…Archive110 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
ATP 3-91.1/AFTTP 3-2.86 reflects lessons learned during warfighter exercises (WFX) designed to train large-scale combat operations against peer and near-peer threats. To comprehend the concepts contained in ATP 3-91.1/AFTTP 3-2.86, readers…Current82 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
There is little discussion about the depth and breadth of the automation of weapons and weapon systems in the United States (US) Military. Soldiers rely heavily on the use of these systems to employ their will on the battlefield and defeat…Current192 pagesFires
Fire support is the collective and coordinated use of indirect fire weapons, armed aircraft, and other lethal and nonlethal means in support of a battle plan. Fire support includes mortars, field,artillery (FA), NGF, and air-delivered…Archive83 pagesFires
C2, FM 1-40 -fca. Attack Helicopter. An attack helicopter is an armed helicopter modified or designed to search out and engage enemy targets or to supple- ment the fires of ground-based weapons (e.g., UH-1 armed with M21 armament subsystem…Historic443 pagesNewer: 1973Aviation
This manual sets forth basic guidance for commanders and staff officers for planning and executing riverine warfare. While this manual reflects riverine warfare as conducted in the Repub- lic of Vietnam where it was field evaluated, the…Historic132 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
Cl. FM 6-30 doctrine requires team members to operate with a sense of urgency and continually strive to reduce the time required to execute an effective fire mission. a. Observer. The observer serves as the eyes of all indirect fire…Archive195 pagesNewer: 1991Fires
22 AUG 2024 ATP 3-52.2/MCRP 3-20.1/NTTP 3-56.2/AFTTP 3-2.17 v SUMMARY OF CHANGES ATP 3-52.2/MCRP 3-20.1/NTTP 3-56.2/AFTTP 3-2.17, Multi-Service Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for the Theater Air-Ground System (TAGS). This revision:…Current108 pagesAviation
The operational concepts in this field manual (FM) are based on Army doctrine as established in FM 1 (FM 100-1) and FM 3-0 (FM 100-5). This manual is intended for all Army aviation commanders, staffs, and any U.S. military personnel…ArchiveNewer: 2007Aviation
This manual is primarily a ready reference to assist the ground observer in aircraft recognition and identification. It provides information on current operational aircraft of the United States and foreign countries, which may be observed…Archive364 pagesFires
a. Background. Urban areas generally function as centers of social, economic, industrial, and political power. These areas facilitate formal and informal civilian and military interaction, and can offer ready access to important resources,…Archive125 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
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Section I. GENERAL 1-1. Purpose This manual provides doctrinal guidance for com- manders and staffs at all levels, to carry out bor- der security operations involving combat, combat support, and combat service support units. Throughout…Historic80 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
To understand the doctrine of ATP 3-20.97, readers should review ADP 3-0 and the doctrinal principles in ADP 3-07, ADP 3-90, FM 3-55, FM 3-90, FM 3-98, and ATP 3-20.96. Readers should also understand offensive, defensive, and stability…Current164 pagesRecon Intel
This manual provides a doctrinal framework for the Bradley Fighting Vehicle (BFV) equipped Infantry rifle platoon and squads. It addresses the BFV and all variations, rifle platoon and squad combat and noncombat operations, across the…Archive260 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
The Ranger Handbook: condensed leadership, patrolling, battle drills, and fieldcraft reference carried by small-unit leaders. Supersedes the 2017 edition (2025).Current380 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
"Altogether, cavalry operations are exceedingly difficult, knowledge of the country is absolutely necessary, and ability to comprehend the situation at a glance, and an audacious spirit, are everything. " Maurice de Saxe Mes Reveries, 1732…Archive508 pagesRecon Intel
Helicopter units of all types can operate in the mountains to support ground maneuver. However, their effectiveness may be degraded by altitude and rugged terrain as well as by weather conditions. Ad- ditionally, mountain flying produces…Archive152 pagesFieldcraft Survival
FM 3-90.2 describes the tactical employment of the tank and mechanized infantry battalion task force. It specifically addresses operations for battalion task forces organized under the Army of Excellence (AOE) and the Limited Conversion…ArchiveSmall Unit Tactics
The Infantry rifle company manual: troop-leading procedures, movement, and offensive and defensive operations. Supersedes FM 7-10 (2006).ArchiveSmall Unit Tactics
15 February 2013 ATP 3-20.16 1-3 with no restrictions on violence or targets for violence. (Refer to TC 7-100 for more information.) CONTINUUM OF OPERATIONS 1-6. The continuum of operations frames the application of land power. It includes…Archive232 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
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ATP 3-21.21, The SBCT Infantry battalion of the Stryker brigade combat team, discusses the techniques used by the Infantry battalion while conducting missions. These are techniques and are not prescriptive. Mission, enemy, terrain and…Current272 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
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Techniques for the scout platoon conducting reconnaissance and security tasks: organization, mounted and dismounted movement, and platoon operations. Supersedes the 2013 edition.Current416 pagesRecon Intel
v4 vr TO 7" j' ••-ift/íy Á.3. In the battles of the next war, effective use of firepower will be more critical than in any land battle the US Army has ever fought. Changes in battle tempo, mobility, and firepower will challenge field…Historic312 pagesFires
Although FM 17-97 does not specifically address the TOE of the Light Division Cavalry Troop or the troops of a Separate Heavy or Light Brigade, the tactics, techniques, and procedures outlined in this publication still apply.Archive356 pagesRecon Intel
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