1. PURPOSE Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 3-11.3, Scouting and Patrolling, provides the doctrinal foundation and the tactics, techniques, and procedures for scouting and patrolling conducted by Marines from the fire team to…Archive109 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
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
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
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
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
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
Section I. General 1-1. Overview. This chapter discusses the type of activity that is characteristic of an insurgency. A general overview of insurgency is provided to introduce the planner of counterguerrilla operations to the insurgent.…Archive256 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
CHAPTER 1 Civil Disturbances Civil disturbances arise from acts of civil disobedience. They occur most often when participants in mass acts of civil disobedience become antagonistic toward authority, and authorities must struggle to wrest…Archive161 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
1. PURPOSE Fleet Marine Force Reference Publication (FMFRP) 0-6, Marine Troop Leader's Guide, provides a checklist of basic duties for the troop leader at the platoon, section, squad, and fire team levels in combat operations. 2. SCOPE…Archive359 pagesLeadership Training
Marine Corps Reference Publication (MCRP) 3-11.4A, Helicopter Insertion/Extraction, provides instruction for training Marines in the techniques, procedures, equipment and safety involved in conducting helicopter rope suspension operations.…Archive133 pagesAviation
Helicopter rope suspension techniques (HRST) is a high-risk operation that can be conducted safely if the contents of this publication are adhered to and current directives are followed. Noncompliance with this publication or current…Archive107 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
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
Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 3-16.1, Artillery Operations, provides an overview of fundamentals, organization, support requirements, and tactical considerations used by Marine artillery regiments, battalions, and batteries…Archive282 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
Marine Corps Reference Publication (MCRP) 3-11.1A, Commander's Tactical Handbook, contains reference material frequently used to organize, plan, and conduct Marine ground combat operations. Its intent is to assist small unit leaders…Archive287 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
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
Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 3-34.1, Military Police in Support of the MAGTF, provides the doctrinal basis for employment of military police in support of Marine air-ground task force (MAGTF) operations. This publication…Archive69 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
1. PURPOSE Marine Corps Reference Publication (MCRP) 2-15.3B, Reconnaissance Reports Guide, provides tactical reference material on the content and format of reconnaissance reports. It is intended as a reference aid for tactical field use…Archive157 pagesRecon Intel
Since the tasks to be performed in any riverine operation are functionally the same, this doctrine is applicable to all riverine operations. However, it is recognized that in unusual cir- cumstances the unified/joint commander may…Archive91 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
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 Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 2-2.3, Remote Sensor Operations, is the first in a new series of doctrinal publications on intelligence collection operations. MCWP 2-1, Intelligence Operations (under development) and FMFM 3-21,…Archive88 pagesRecon Intel
Our Corps does two things for America: we make Marines and we win our nation's battles. Our ability to successfully accomplish the latter, of course, depends upon how well we do the former. We make Marines through a process called…Archive88 pagesLeadership Training
The Marine air command and control system (MACCS) provides the Marine aviation combat element commander with the means to exercise command and control of organic and nonorganic aviation assets necessary to support Marine air-ground task…Archive127 pagesLeadership Training
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
26 April 1998 1. PURPOSE Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 3-35.3, Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT), provides doctrinal guidance and detailed information on tactics, techniques, and procedures to be employed in…Archive368 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
1. PURPOSE Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 3-35.3, Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT), provides doctrinal guidance and detailed information on tactics, techniques, and procedures to be employed in MOUT within the…Archive368 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
26 April 1998 1. PURPOSE Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 3-35.3, Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT), provides doctrinal guidance and detailed information on tactics, techniques, and procedures to be employed in…Archive371 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
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
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