Organization of the United States Marine Corps 1-1 CHAPTER 1 THE UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS The Marine Corps, within the Department of the Navy (DON), is organized as a conventional force in readiness to support national needs. Deploying…Current236 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
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1. PURPOSE Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 4-11, Tactical-Level Logistics, provides the doctrinal basis for the planning and execution of ground and aviation logistic support for Marine air-ground task force (MAGTF) operations…Archive153 pagesSustainment
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
Operations in and around cities are one of the greatest challenges U.S. forces face. Unyielding population growth, urbanization of littoral areas, and greater resource needs drive instability that causes competition, crisis, or conflict.…Current276 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
into the operating area, rapid movement, formation, deployment, and redeployment in forward areas. Casualty Receiving and Treatment Ships. Large-deck amphibious ships are designated for use as CRTSs. This capability is distinguished by a…Current108 pagesMedical TCCC
MCTP 3-40F Distribution and Transportation Operations 1-1 CHAPTER 1 FUNDAMENTALS The Marine Corps organizes tactical-level logistics into six functions of combat service support (CSS). One of those functions is transportation; however, the…Current132 pagesSustainment
This doctrinal publication describes a theory and philosophy of command and control for the U.S. Marine Corps. Put very simply, the intent is to describe how we can reach effective military decisions and implement effective military…Current153 pagesLeadership Training
MCTP 3-01A Scouting and Patrolling 1-2 CHAPTER 1. PLANNING DEFINITION OF A PATROL Patrols are employed by commanders for many purposes, such as gathering information, providing security, or engaging the enemy. Patrols enable the…Current314 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
to FMFM 2-11, 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…Archive142 pagesMarksmanship Weapons
The Marine air command and control system (MACCS) provides the Marine aviation combat element (ACE) commander with the means to exercise command and control of organic and nonorganic aviation assets necessary to support Marine air-ground…Current243 pagesLeadership Training
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
NTTP 4-02.2M/MCRP 4-11.1G, PATIENT MOVEMENT (JUL 2013), addresses Navy and Marine Corps patient movement capabilities available to the operational commander and prescribes tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) for theater operations,…Current131 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
&KDSWHU 7KH1DWXUHRI3ODQQLQJ "Nothing succeeds in war except in consequence of a well prepared plan." ²1DSROHRQ%RQDSDUWH "I engage, and after that I see what to do." ²1DSROHRQ%RQDSDUWHCurrent105 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
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
Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 3-17.2, MAGTF Explosive Ordnance Disposal, defines the principles for structuring and conducting explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) operations across a range of operations in all operating…Current65 pagesEngineering
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY Headquarters United States Marine Corps Washington, D.C. 20350-3000 4 April 2018 CHANGE 1 to MCRP 3-20F.9 Low Altitude Air Defense (LAAD) Gunner's Handbook 1. This publication has been edited to ensure gender…Current286 pagesFires
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Leaders at all levels are responsible for preserving the psychological health of their Marines, Sailors, and family members, just as they are responsible for preserving their physical health. This responsibility applies to every link in…Current240 pagesMedical TCCC
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
Aviation is an integral part of the naval expeditionary air-ground team—it extends the MAGTF's operational reach and flexibility and expands its warfighting power. Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 3-2, Aviation Operations,…Current93 pagesAviation
Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 3-27, Operational Support Airlift, provides a framework for the understanding and effective employment of operational support assets during peacetime, crisis or war. This publication covers all…Archive58 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
Chapter 1 Fundamentals The mission of a low altitude air defense (LAAD) unit is to provide close-in, low altitude surface-to-air weapons (SAWs) fires in defense of forward combat areas, vital areas, and installations. It also provides SAW…Archive303 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
1. Purpose This MTTP publication provides commanders and their units guidelines and safety recommendations for planning and operating in an explosive ordnance environment while minimizing the impact of explosive ordnance to friendly…Current86 pagesEngineering
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
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Marine Corps Doctrinal Publication (MCDP) 3, Expeditionary Operations, establishes doctrine for the conduct of military operations by the U.S. Marine Corps. It describes the Marine Corps as an expeditionary force-in-readiness that is…Current143 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
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