FM 90-3 of water, heat, and wind to give deserts their characteristic barren appearance. The bedrock may be covered by a flat layer of sand, or gravel, or may have been exposed by erosion. Other common features are sand dunes, escarpments,…Archive223 pagesFieldcraft Survival
Marine's ability to see the enemy, terrain, and troops surrounding is greatly affected by the weather encountered. Having access to weather information can help Marines be prepared; therefore, whether traveling or in the patrol base,…Archive228 pagesFieldcraft Survival
Marine Corps Doctrinal Publication 2, Intelligence, and Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 2-1, Intelligence Operations, provide the doctrine and higher order tactics, techniques, and procedures for intelligence operations. MCWP…Archive203 pagesRecon Intel
Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 4-11.3, Transportation Operations, addresses the fundamental principles required for the planning and execution of Marine air-ground task force (MAGTF) transportation operations. This manual…Archive99 pagesSustainment
Helicopterborne operations are tactical operations in which assault forces maneuver on the battlefield under the direction of an assigned commander in order to engage and destroy enemy forces or to seize key terrain. They are best employed…Archive136 pagesAviation
1. PURPOSE Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 3-16.6, Supporting Arms Observer, Spotter, and Controller, provides the techniques and procedures for requesting and adjusting supporting arms. 2. SCOPE This publication provides…Archive499 pagesFires
1. PURPOSE Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 3-16.6, Supporting Arms Observer, Spotter, and Controller, provides the techniques and procedures for requesting and adjusting supporting arms. 2. SCOPE This publication provides…Archive498 pagesFires
Proposed new verbatim text: (Verbatim, double-spaced; continue on additional pages as necessary.) 3. Justification/source: (Need not be double-spaced.) Note: Only one recommendation per page. ivArchive340 pagesMarksmanship Weapons
Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 6-22, Communications and Information Systems, presents doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) for the employment of communications and information systems to support Marine airground…Archive279 pagesLeadership Training
NTTP 4-02.2M!MCRP 4-11 .IG, PATIENT MOVEMENT (MAY 2007), addresses Navy and Marine Corps patient movement capabilities available to the operational commander and prescribes tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) for theater operations,…Archive127 pagesSustainment
This manual is based entirely on the keyword SURVIVAL. The letters in this word can help guide you in your actions in any survival situation. Whenever faced with a survival situation, remember the word SURVIVAL. SURVIVAL ACTIONS The…Archive571 pagesFieldcraft Survival
The purpose of MCWP 3-17.4, Engineer Reconnaissance, is to provide specific techniques and procedures for Marine Corps reconnaissance forces and engineers in particular, to conduct successful engineer related data collection, recording,…Archive136 pagesRecon Intel
Chapter 1 PHYSICAL READINESS LEADERSHIP Section Role of Physical Fitness in Combat PURPOSE OF PHYSICAL FITNESS TRAINING 1101. Physical fitness training in the Marine Corps has one purpose: to prepare Marines to physically withstand the…Archive218 pagesLeadership Training
1. Scope This multiservice tactics, techniques, and procedures (MTTP) manual provides guidance and procedures for the employment of an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) force when operating in a joint capacity throughout the range of…Archive101 pagesEngineering
1. PURPOSE This publication, PMFM 8-2, Counterinsurgency Operations, presents the doctrine, tactics, and techniques used by Marine Corps landing forces in counterinsurgency operations, including counterguerrilla operations. 2. SCOPE This…Archive155 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
How-to-train reference (with FM 6-50) presenting tactics, techniques, and procedures for field artillery cannon gunnery at the cannon battery level, covering duties of key personnel, gunnery doctrine, and standardized procedures for…Archive361 pagesFires
to FMFM 6-4, which invites individuals to submit suggestions concerning this FMFM directly to the above addressee, the following unclassified recommendation is forwarded: Seeman Page Article/Paragraph No. Line No. Figure/Table No. Nature…Archive417 pagesLeadership Training
The beginning of the 21St century has been a time of instability and military conflict. Marines and Sailors are deployed around the world in harm's way. More than ever, they need chaplains and Religious Program Specialists operating as…Archive184 pagesLeadership Training
to FMFM 1-3B, which invites individuals to submit suggestions concerning this FMFM directly to the above addressee, the following unclassified recommendation is forwarded: Page Article/Paragraph No. Line No. Figure/Table No. Nature of…Archive203 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
to FMFM 1-3B, which invites individuals to submit suggestions concerning this FMFM directly to the above addressee, the following unclassified recommendation is forwarded: Page Article/Paragraph No. Line No. Figure/Table No. Nature of…Archive202 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
The success of amphibious operations and subsequent operations ashore require the coordinated employment of all Marine air-ground task force (MAGTF) resources: reconnaissance, infantry, aviation, tanks, artillery, engineers, amphibious…Archive163 pagesRecon Intel
1. PURPOSE Marine Corps Reference Publication (MCRP) 3-0B, How to Conduct Training, provides guidance to assist units on how to conduct Marine Corps training. This publication deals primarily with training's implementation phase. It also…Archive131 pagesLeadership Training
The User's Guide to Marine Corps Values is to be used as a tool to help ensure that the values of the Corps continue to be reinforced and sustained in all Marines after being formally instilled in entry level training. This document is a…Archive451 pagesLeadership Training
The mission of the mortar platoon is to provide close and immediate indirect fire support for the maneuver battalions and companies. Section I. GENERAL DOCTRINE Doctrine demands the timely and accurate delivery of indirect fire to meet the…Archive412 pagesFires
All maneuver units require indirect fire to win. Mortar sections and platoons provide unique indirect fires that are organizationally responsive to the ground maneuver commander. Military history has repeatedly demonstrated the…Archive328 pagesLeadership Training
NWP 3-02.12 MCRP 3-31.1A Februrary 1997 PUBLICATION NOTICE ROUTING 1. NWP 3-02.12/MCRP 3-31.1A, Employment of Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC), is available in the Naval Warfare Publications Library. It is effective upon receipt. 2.…Archive173 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
On page 1-7 of Chapter 1, in "Assault Amphibian Section," delete sentences two and three and replace with, "The Rifle Platoon Commander exercises maneuver control of his platoon through the AAV Section Leader. While mounted or dismounted,…Archive262 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
MCRP 3-10A.3 Marine Infantry Platoon 1-1 CHAPTER 1 EMPLOYMENT THE OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT The Marine infantry platoon will operate across the full range of military operations, and in any clime and place. The platoon can expect to meet the…Archive354 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
QUICK REFERENCE CHECKLIST Decide to Survive! S - Size up the situation, surroundings, physical condition, equipment. U - Use all your senses R - Remember where you are. V - Vanquish fear and panic. I - Improvise and improve. V - Value…Archive107 pagesFieldcraft Survival