1. Scope This publication describes liaison functions and roles. It outlines the specific responsibilities of the receiving organization, the sending organization, and the liaison officer (LNO)/ LNO team. The primary focus of this…Archive76 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
1. Scope This publication describes liaison functions and roles. It outlines the specific responsibilities of the receiving organization, the sending organization, and the liaison officer (LNO)/ LNO team. The primary focus of this…Archive76 pagesEngineering
States of the Military Goal Examples Environment Operations * Large-scale combat War Fight and win War iAttacks * Defenses * Strikes and raids A N * Peace enforcement Conflict Deter war and Other than Support to insurgency resolve conflict…Archive219 pagesEngineering
of follow-on forces. Firepower, both lethal and nonlethal, synergistically combines with maneuver in conducting deep operations. The corps uses a Decide-Detect-Track-Deliver Assess approach that enables the comrnander to take the…Archive295 pagesEngineering
Mobility on the Battlefield THE AIRLAND BATTLE CHALLENGE AIRLAND BATTLE DOCTRINE AirLand battle doctrine, described in FM 1005, is the Army's "how to fight" doctrine. It applies to deployment and operation of US forces at and between two…Archive243 pagesEngineering
The most dangerous threat to United States' (US) national interests will most likely involve highly trained enemy forces using Soviet style tactics, organizations, and equipment. The actual battle will be intense, fast, and deadly. United…Archive218 pagesEngineering
The purpose of military operations in the next battle is to win. To achieve success, our forces must gain the initiative, deploy in depth, and stress agility and synchronization of activities and functions. Such an approach will prevent…Archive257 pagesEngineering
Chapter 1 GENERAL ENGINEERING G eneral engineering encompasses those engineer tasks which increase the mobility, survivability, and sustainability of tactical and logistical units to the rear of the forward line of troops (FLOT). Such…Archive162 pagesEngineering
FM 5-105 special-purpose topographic products tailored to meet the supported commander's needs. These units belong to the topographic battalion in the theater of operations, but maintain a habitual relationship with their supported…Archive56 pagesEngineering
his manual establishes doctrine for the use of atomic demolition ‘munitions (ADM) on the battlefield. It is a guide to commanders and their staffs during the planning and execution phases of tactical nuclear operations. It provides the…Archive207 pagesEngineering
FM 5-114 Chapter 1 The Strategic Environment National Strategy Goals—Throughout our history, our national security strategy has pursued broad, consistent goals. We have always sought to protect the safety of our nation, its citizens, and…Archive195 pagesEngineering
FM 5-116 Chapter 1 T h e a t e r O v e r v i e w An adequate theater sustainment base is essential for success on the AirLand battlefield. An army's ability to marshal, transport, and distribute large quantities of materiel and to maintain…Archive71 pagesEngineering
of Manila, but its principal use today is in fittings, such as ratline, marline, and spun than the hard fibers, these fittings are invariably tarred to make them more water-resistant. Tarred hemp has about 80 percent of the strength of…Archive165 pagesEngineering
FM 5-134 C H A P T E R 1 B A S I C C O N S I D E R A T I O N S Section I. DEFINITIONS AND CLASSIFICATIONS 1-1. Definitions. a. Piles. A pile is a long, columnar element made of timber, steel, concrete, or a combination of these materials…Archive176 pagesEngineering
Field Manual (FM) 5-170 describes how engineer recon teams support and augment a maneuver battalion or brigade's recon effort. It is designed as an engineer extension of FMs 17-95 and 17-98. This manual serves as a guide for both brigade…Archive253 pagesEngineering
Today's Army is challenged by a wide range of threats and operating environments. These challenges, plus new technologies, require our leaders to use creative measures to provide positive protection to our Soldiers and equipment. In April…Archive108 pagesLeadership Training
FM 5-212 Chapter 1 Medium Girder Bridge Components The medium girder bridge (MGB) is lightweight, hand-built, bridging equipment, it can be built in various configurations to provide a full range of bridging capability for use both in the…Archive82 pagesEngineering
Section I. Section II. Section III. CHAPTER 1 Overview of Surveying Surveyors determine horizontal and vertical distances between objects, measure angles between lines, determine the direction of lines, and establish points of…Archive67 pagesEngineering
In support of construction activities, the surveyor obtains the reconnaissance and preliminary data which are necessary at the planning stage. During the construction phase, the surveyor supports the effort as needed. Typical duties of the…Archive238 pagesEngineering
19-CommercialExplosives Commercial Explosives I have included here the essentials of the US Army FM 5-250. Take the time to read this, it is like an undergraduate degree in explosive demolitions. This manual describes the characteristics…ArchiveEngineering
FM 5-277 CHAPTER 1 H I S T O R Y A N D U S E O F T H E B R I D G E This change supersedes page 2. At the outset of World War II, the United States (US) Army sought a versatile bridge that could span a variety of gaps and be quickly…Archive378 pagesEngineering
CHAPTER 2 SUBJECT FIELDS OF ENGINEER INTELLIGENCE 4. Scope of Engineer Information Engineer information is data in any form (oral, written, or graphic) on— a. The terrain, including the location, identity, and physical description of…Archive58 pagesEngineering
PART ONE Terrain Evaluation and Verification FM 5-33 Natural Terrain Chapter 1 SURFACE CONFIGURATION Maneuver commanders must have accurate intelligence on the surface configuration of the terrain. Ravines, embankments, ditches, plowed…Archive205 pagesEngineering
Street, security, and athletic field lighting 12-5 12-3 Airfield lighting 12-6 12-4 Underground power system 12-6 12-5 Electrical rough-in—housing and barracks 12-7 12-6 Electrical finish and trim—housing and barracks 12-7 12-7 Electrical…Archive262 pagesEngineering
Engineer field data handbook: pocket reference of formulas, tables, and planning factors for combat engineers covering obstacles, demolitions, bridging, and construction.Archive342 pagesEngineering
Military soils engineering: soil mechanics applied to military construction of roads, airfields, and structures (1997, with change 1).Archive462 pagesEngineering
PROJECT MANAGEMENT FM 5-412 MISSION OF ARMY ENGINEER PROJECT MANAGEMENT CHAPTER 1 MANAGEMENT THEORY Management definitions are as varied as the authors who write books about the subject. A good definition states that management is "the…Archive211 pagesEngineering
The purpose of this field manual (FM) is to give a commander and members of fire-fighting teams direction on deploying and using engineer fire-fighting teams. Engineer fire-fighting teams will provide fire-prevention/-protection,…Archive274 pagesEngineering
This manual is a guide for engineer personnel who are responsible for plumbing and pipefitting. The objective of this manual is to provide information on water, waste, and heating systems and basic plumbing techniques. Use this guide to…Archive241 pagesEngineering
Engineer Prime Power Operations FM 5-422 Chapter 1 OVERVIEW ELECTRICAL POWER Electrical power is an essential element of military operations. Without it, many crucial systems cease to operate. Command, control, communications, and…Archive76 pagesEngineering
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