1 March 2011 ATTP 3-18.12 vii Summary of Changes Overall • Incorporated changes and terms based on FM 3-0. • Replaced references to battlefield operating systems with warfighting functions. • Reduced redundancy whenever possible by…Archive110 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
This manual outlines the Department of the Army (DA) doctrine for combined arms breaching operations. Fighting as a combined arms team is imperative to breaching success and is the centerpiece of the manual. The manual begins with a…Archive151 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
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
structure and base complexes may be presumed to be limited, and use of prestocked land or floating strategic bases should be considered. e. In a cold war situation, objectives may include a show of force, a rapid change in the balance of…Historic76 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
The purpose of this publication is to set forth the basic doctrine governing the planning for and con- duct of all amphibious operations. 002 BASIS This publication has been developed by the Navy and the Marine Corps in accordance with the…Historic212 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
The principal audience for TC 3-20.11 is commanders, planners, trainers, and master gunners of maneuver units. TC 3-20.11 provides the details of the integrated weapons training strategy (known as IWTS) structure specifically designed for…Current176 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
introduction, followed by a review of the literature pertaining to US COIN doctrine, the doctrine of other nations, and the background of Iraq. A look at the history of the US COIN doctrine development through US Army operations overseas…Lessons Learned95 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
a. Background. Urban areas generally function as centers of social, economic, industrial, and political power. These areas facilitate formal and informal civilian and military interaction, and can offer ready access to important resources,…Archive126 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
11 June 2025 ATP 3-96.1 Acknowledgements The copyright owners listed here have granted permission to reproduce material from their works. The Source Notes lists other sources of quotations and photographs. The Will to Win, Gibby, Bryan R,…Current244 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
To understand FM 3-90-1, the reader must understand the doctrinal fundamentals contained in Army Doctrine Publications (ADP) 3-0 and 3-90 and Army Doctrine Reference Publications (ADRP) 3-0 and 390. The reader should understand how the…Archive290 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
Army Techniques Publication (ATP) 3-90.90 facilitates development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) in order to enhance efficiency and adaptability across the force. ATP 3-90.90 achieves this purpose through linking to a milWiki…Archive32 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
1. Purpose a. This publication sets forth doctrine applicable to landing forces in amphibious operations. It is a companion to JCS Pub 3-02, "Joint Doctrine for Amphibious Operations" (formerly FMFM 31-11/NWP 22(B)/AFM 2-53/LFM 01), and…Archive500 pagesNewer: 2010Small Unit Tactics
This manual prescribes Army doctrine to assist commanders and staff officers in developing a base or bases in a theater of operations. It covers base development (BD) from early concept planning to program execution. The manual defines the…Historic56 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
(2) A unit supporting another unit establishes, communication with the supported unit. r(3) Lateral communication between adjacent units is established and maintained by the unit on the left to the unit on the right unless directed…Historic244 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
Yous. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE : 1947—751601 = RESTRICTED FM 4-5 cl FIELD MANUAL COAST ARTILLERY TACTICS CHANGES WAR DEPARTMENT NO. 1 Washington 25, D. C., 8 Aug., 1947 FM 4-5, 20 June 1944, is changed as follows: 2. COASTAK FRONTIER…Historic40 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
Civil-military operations (CMO) are the activities of a commander performed by designated civil affairs (CA) or other military forces that establish, maintain, influence, or exploit relationships between military forces and indigenous…Current112 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
This field manual (FM) sets forth techniques and procedures for implementing United States (U.S.) Army psychological operations (PSYOP) doctrine contained in FM 33-1. It provides general guidance for commanders and planners who must…Archive315 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
FM 31-1 (TEST) CHAPTER 1 GENERAL 1 -1. (U) Purpose The purpose of this manual is to provide employment techniques, command and control concepts, and a ready equipment reference for elements directly responsible for the emplacement and…Historic68 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
NWP 1-14M (MAR 2022), THE COMMANDER'S HANDBOOK ON THE LAW OF NAVAL OPERATIONS, is available in the Navy Warfare Library. It supersedes NWP 1-14M (AUG 2017), THE COMMANDER'S HANDBOOK ON THE LAW OF NAVAL OPERATIONS. SCOPE This publication…Current182 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
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
This manual supersedes FM 2-5, Horse Cavalry, 6 August 1940, including Changes No. 1, 19 September 1941. CHAPTER 1 INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTION SECTION I GENERAL 1. SCOPE. a. The mounted drill prescribed herein is designed primarily for…Historic212 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
The employment of airborne forces in World War II introduced revolutionary doctrinal changes regarding mobility, maneuver, and surprise in the conduct of war. Since World War I, the possession of nuclear weapons in quantity, potential…Historic214 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
1. Purpose. This publication sets forth doctrine (or doctrine and selected tactics, techniques, and procedures) to govern the joint activities and performance of the Armed Forces of the United States in joint operations as well as the…Archive242 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
FM 17-57 ARMORED FORCE FIELD MANUAL SUPPLY BATTALION, ARMORED DIVISION SECTION I GENERAL 1. SCOPE. This manual covers the technique of operation of the supply battalion, armored division. (See FM 17-50.) 2. PURPOSE. This manual is a guide…HistoricSmall Unit Tactics
THE MARINE'S PRAYER Almighty Father, whose command is over all and whose love never fails, make me aware of thy presence and obedient to thy will. Keep me true to my best self, guarding me against dishonesty in purpose and deed, and…Current198 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
This manual provides guidance for using tactical deception in modem warfare. It is n»r commanders and their staffs who direct troops on the battlefield.VThe decision to use deception, the funda- mentals for planning, deception, and means…Historic120 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
ADP 3-90, Offense and Defense, articulates how Army forces conduct the offense and defense. It contains the fundamental tactics related to the execution of these elements of decisive action. Tactics employs, orders arrangement of, and…Current108 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
FIlE 17-45 ARMORED FORCE FIELD MANUAL ARMORED ENGINEER BATTALION SECTION I GENERAL b 1. PURPOSE.-This manual covers the tactics and technique of the armored engineer battalion. It supplements Basic and Engineer Field Manuals and Engineer…Historic94 pagesNewer: 1944Small Unit Tactics
ATP 3-90.20 discusses the RSG. Its topics include the mission, structure, and operations during daily activities. The topics are arranged to describe its activities in support of operations inside or outside the United States. ATP 3-90.20…Current64 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
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