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
Helicopter units of all types can operate in the mountains to support ground maneuver. However, their effectiveness may be degraded by altitude and rugged terrain as well as by weather conditions. Ad- ditionally, mountain flying produces…Archive152 pagesFieldcraft Survival
FM 3-90.2 describes the tactical employment of the tank and mechanized infantry battalion task force. It specifically addresses operations for battalion task forces organized under the Army of Excellence (AOE) and the Limited Conversion…ArchiveSmall Unit Tactics
The Infantry rifle company manual: troop-leading procedures, movement, and offensive and defensive operations. Supersedes FM 7-10 (2006).ArchiveSmall Unit Tactics
15 February 2013 ATP 3-20.16 1-3 with no restrictions on violence or targets for violence. (Refer to TC 7-100 for more information.) CONTINUUM OF OPERATIONS 1-6. The continuum of operations frames the application of land power. It includes…Archive232 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
This manual is primarily a ready reference to assist the ground observer in aircraft recognition and identification. It provides information on current operational aircraft of the United States and foreign countries, which may be observed…Archive363 pagesFires
ATP 3-21.21, The SBCT Infantry battalion of the Stryker brigade combat team, discusses the techniques used by the Infantry battalion while conducting missions. These are techniques and are not prescriptive. Mission, enemy, terrain and…Current272 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
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Techniques for the scout platoon conducting reconnaissance and security tasks: organization, mounted and dismounted movement, and platoon operations. Supersedes the 2013 edition.Current416 pagesRecon Intel
v4 vr TO 7" j' ••-ift/íy Á.3. In the battles of the next war, effective use of firepower will be more critical than in any land battle the US Army has ever fought. Changes in battle tempo, mobility, and firepower will challenge field…Historic312 pagesFires
Although FM 17-97 does not specifically address the TOE of the Light Division Cavalry Troop or the troops of a Separate Heavy or Light Brigade, the tactics, techniques, and procedures outlined in this publication still apply.Archive356 pagesRecon Intel
Chaparral, Vulcan, and Stinger ADA units provide low-altitude air defense for our field forces. These units can deny or limit enemy air attack on our maneuver, combat support, and combat service support forces. They can deny enemy aircraft…Archive386 pagesNewer: 1987Fires
ATTP 3-21.9 describes how the Stryker Brigade Combat Team (SBCT) Infantry rifle platoons and squads fight. ATTP 3-21.9 discusses how they operate as Infantry, mounted in their Stryker Infantry carrier vehicles (ICVs), with the ICV in…Archive248 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
Ft Benning, GA 31905 Unless this publication states otherwise, masculine nouns and pronouns may refer to either men or women. Some or all of the uniforms shown in this manual were drawn without camouflage to improve the clarity of the…Archive423 pagesCBRN
Fort Benning, GA 31905-5593 Unless this publication states otherwise, masculine nouns and pronouns do not refer exclusively to the male gender. 25 April 2006 FM 3-21.38 ixArchiveSmall Unit Tactics
SUMMARY OF CHANGE FM 7-8, Infantry Rifle Platoon and Squad, has been updated and renumbered as FM 3-21.8, The Infantry Rifle Platoon and Squad. Following is an overview of the significant changes and updates in this new manual: •…ArchiveSmall Unit Tactics
The infantry reconnaissance platoon is a specialty platoon comprised of infantry soldiers. Unlike traditional infantry platoons whose primary mission is to kill the enemy, the reconnaissance platoon's primary mission is to provide the…Archive280 pagesNewer: 2001Small Unit Tactics
The Army provides readily available forces that are organized, trained, and equipped to conduct prompt and sustained land combat to defeat enemy ground forces and seize, occupy, and defend land areas. Army forces maintain proficiency in…Current296 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
Fire support is fires that directly support land, maritime, amphibious, and special operations forces to engage enemy forces, combat formations, and facilities in pursuit of tactical and operational objectives (JP 1-02). Fire support…Archive260 pagesFires
Marine Corps Doctrinal Publication 2, Intelligence, and Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 2-1, Intelligence Operations, provide the doctrine and higher order tactics, techniques, and procedures for intelligence operations. MCWP…Current281 pagesRecon Intel
The scout platoon is organized, equipped, and trained to conduct reconnaissance and security for its parent unit. It provides current battlefield information to help the commander plan and conduct tactical operations. It serves as the…Archive548 pagesRecon Intel
The scout platoon is organized, equipped, and trained to conduct reconnaissance and security for its parent unit. It provides current battlefield information to help the commander plan and conduct tactical operations. It serves as the…Archive547 pagesRecon Intel
FM 3-21.71(FM 7-7J) 1-1 CHAPTER 1 THE ROLE OF THE MECHANIZED INFANTRY RIFLE PLATOON (BRADLEY FIGHTING VEHICLE) The mission of the mechanized infantry is to close with the enemy using fire and movement to defeat or capture him, or to repel…ArchiveSmall Unit Tactics
The land warfare strategy of the US military has changed. The nation no longer relies on large, forward-deployed forces, supported by reinforcing forces from the continental United States (CONUS). The military forces have developed a…Archive350 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
(STAN AG 2134) 1-1. Purpose and Scope This manual provides doctrinal guidance to Army commanders and staff officers for request- ing and coordinating the use of Air Force tactical air support and Army aviation support. The air- gound…Historic68 pagesNewer: 1970Aviation
ATP 3-09.42, Fire Support for the Brigade Combat Team, provides BCT fire support considerations for offensive, defensive, and stability tasks, for Defense Support of Civil Authorities, and for tactical enabling and other tasks. It also…Current308 pagesFires
Assured access is the desired conditions that the United States seeks to maintain in potential areas of strategic importance throughout the world. Assured access is the result of a combination of geopolitical factors that affect the United…Current232 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
of New Concepts as Background for Consideration. Operational Maneuver From the Sea (OMFTS) is a new concept guiding the direction of the Marine Corps. OMFTS is the capstone that encompasses several other supporting concepts such as ship to…Historic85 pagesSmall Unit Tactics
Section I. GENERAL 2-1. Mission of Army Aviation The mission of Army aviation is to augment the capability of the Army to conduct prompt and sus- tained combat operations on land. Army aviation accomplishes this mission by providing…Historic68 pagesNewer: 1997Aviation
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
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