CHAPTER 1. FUNDAMENTALS Marine Corps military police within the Fleet Marine Forces (FMF) provide the Marine expeditionary force (MEF), Marine air-ground task force (MAGTF), and combatant commanders with scalable, highly trained police…Current76 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
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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
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…Current158 pagesRecon Intel
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
Remote sensors expand the commander's view of the battlefield. Remote sensors provide a means to economically conduct continuous surveillance of vast areas, contributing key information to the intelligence collection effort. These actions…Current52 pagesRecon Intel
Imagery Intelligence A-1 SUMMARY OF CHANGES z Chapter 5, Planning, provides additional detail on deliberate planning. z Chapter 10, Force Protection, incorporates Navy organizational and functional changes; e.g., maritime expeditionary…Current431 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
The mission of the assault amphibian (AA) battalion is to conduct amphibious and mechanized operations to support the ground combat element (GCE) with maneuver, fires, force protection, and command and control (C2). The AA battalion and…Current194 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
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
Marine Corps tactical publication on jungle operations: the jungle environment, foundations for jungle operations, combat power, and offensive, defensive, and stability operations in jungle regions.Current208 pagesFieldcraft Survival
02 May 2019 ATP 3-07.31/MCTP 3-03B/AFTTP 3-2.40 (INCL C1) i PREFACE 1. Purpose This multi-Service tactics, techniques, and procedures (MTTP) publication for Peace Operations (PO) is a single source, descriptive reference guide to aid…Current134 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
Because entire units can be killed in an avalanche, units must have accurate and timely information and the ability to analyze tracks to determine size, direction, and proficiency of enemy units. These factors directly affect the…Current116 pagesFieldcraft Survival
Since our 30th Commandant, General Carl E. Mundy, first published Leading Marines in 1995, it has positively impacted Marines throughout our Marine Corps. It has generated spirited discussions about what it means to be a Marine and how to…Current106 pagesLeadership Training
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
Mountains establish formal and informal boundaries and barriers. When conflicts erupt in these rugged areas, commanders are presented with unique operational challenges, such as mountainous terrain, snow, and cold weather. Since the Marine…Current174 pagesFieldcraft Survival
MAGTF network engagement activities: understanding and engaging human networks — friendly, neutral, and threat — to support, influence, or neutralize them across the range of military operations.Current90 pagesRecon Intel
When conducting military operations in cold regions, leaders, Soldiers, and Marines must plan to fight two enemies: the cold and the opposing force. Despite the difficulties that cold regions pose, there are armies that have prepared for…Current112 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
Meeting America's strategic objectives hinges on the ability to rapidly deploy forces at any time, in any environment, and against any adversary. Contingency basing provides strategic integration of policy, planning, and resourcing for…Current190 pagesFieldcraft Survival
Marine Corps alignment with joint terminology resulted in the following changes to Marine Corps doctrine and terminology: The term "competition continuum" replaces "conflict continuum." The term "range of military operations" may be used…Current166 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
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
Light armored reconnaissance (LAR) is the only ground combat element (GCE) reconnaissance maneuver force designed, organized, and equipped to fight for information that is critical to the commander. Light armored reconnaissance is not only…Current180 pagesRecon Intel
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…Current371 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
CHAPTER 1. CIVIL AFFAIRS FUNDAMENTALS Civil affairs Marines are specifically trained, equipped, and organized to support and enable civil-military operations (CMO), influence operations, information maneuver, and Marine air-ground task…Current112 pagesOther
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