FM 17-12 ·Army ·1961 Tank Gunnery 5-3
1. Purpose This manual presents tank gunnery principles, methods, and techniques, and training exercises and proficiency tests applicable to all types and models of standard tanks. Elements of tank gunnery are treated in detail to promote…
FM 7-7 ·Army ·1985 The Mechanized Infantry Platoon and Squad
The evolution of weaponry establishes a continuing need to develop and refine methods and techniques of employing weapon systems to maximize their potential. For the next several years, units will be in various stages of transition to…
FM 23-67 ·Army ·1984 Machinegun, 7.62-mm, M60
Operation, marksmanship, and employment of the 7.62-mm Machine Gun, M60.
FM 57-38 ·Army ·1968 Pathfinder Operations
1. General a. The material contained in this appendix illustrates the techniques, procedures, and equipment required for developing and main- taining proficiency in rappelling from the UH—1 series helicopters (fig 38). h. This appendix…
FM 27-15 ·Army ·1941 Military Law, Domestic Disturbances
Military law field manual on domestic disturbances: military aid to civil authorities, with statutory limitations and authorizations (1941).
FM 3-01.48 ·Army ·2003 Divisional Air and Missile Defense Sentinel Platoon Operations
Chapter 1 Organization and System Capabilities of the Sentinel Platoon This chapter discusses the mission, organization, system capabilities, limitations, responsibilities, and early warning of digital divisional AMD Sentinel operations.…
FM 3-21.9 ·Army ·2002 The SBCT Infantry Rifle Platoon and Squad
This manual is based on the premise that although the infantry rifle platoon organization, weapons systems, and equipment have changed, squad and platoon maneuver, fire, and movement have not.
FM 44-15-1 ·Army ·1987 Operations and Training: Patriot
Patriot is an air defense missile system designed to counter the air threat of the 1980s and beyond. This chapter discusses the role of the Patriot system, the mission of the Patriot firing batteries, and the major items of Patriot…
FM 5-134 ·Army ·1958 Armored Division Engineer Battalion
CHAPTER 1 I NTRODUCTION Section I. GENERAL 1. Purpose The purpose of this manual is to provide guidance to the officers and noncommissioned officers of the armored division engineer battalion in the performance of their duties. 2. Scope…
FM 21-13 ·Army ·1950 The Soldier's Guide
What This Manual Is About T his manual is a general guide that gives you in one volume a lot of information about the United States Army. Its main purpose is to help you adjust yourself to Army lifebecause the more you know about the Army,…
FM 5-15 ·Army ·1941 Engineer Field Manual, Field Fortifications
CHAPTER 2 TERRAIN E VAL UA TION SECTION I GENERAL 3. PURPOSE. The purpose of this chapter is to describe the means of evaluating terrain. For a detailed discussion of the effect of terrain on tactical dispositions and for information on…
FM 3-21.10 ·Army ·2006 The Infantry Rifle Company
The Infantry rifle company manual: troop-leading procedures, movement, and offensive and defensive operations. Supersedes FM 7-10 (2006).
FM 3-21.94 ·Army ·2003 The Stryker Brigade Combat Team Infantry Battalion Reconnaissance Platoon
This manual is based on the premise that although the unit organization, weapon systems, and conditions have changed, section and platoon maneuver, movement, reconnaissance, and surveillance have not.
FM 7-90 ·Army ·1992 Tactical Employment of Mortars
All maneuver units require indirect fire to win. Mortar sections and platoons provide unique indirect fires that are organizationally responsive to the ground maneuver commander. Military history has repeatedly demonstrated the…
FM 44-18-1 ·Army ·1984 Stinger Team Operations
The purpose of this manual is to provide guidance for the Stinger team in support of air defense operations. It is also written to support the training of individuals to function as members of a Stinger team. When skilled individuals are…
FM 25-10 ·Army ·1959 Motor Transportation Operations
1. Purpose and Scope a. Purpose. The purpose of this manual is to provide the information necessary for troops of all branches to understand the principles of planning, operation, and control essential to successful military movements by…
FM 4-102 ·Army ·1943 Employment of Antiaircraft Artillery Automatic Weapons
FM 4102 WAR DEPARTMENT FIELD MANUAL EMPLOYMENT OF ANTIAIRGRAFT AUTOMATIC — WEAPONS: tion of restricted matter—The inforTs and the essential characterisn to any person known to be in RESTRICTED mation contained in restricted documen tics of…
FM 21-30 ·Army ·1943 Conventional Signs, Military Symbols, and Abbreviations
On topo graphic maps, * * * symbols and abbreviations. * * * . * * b. General characteristics of roads and bridges. (1) Traffic lanes. 1, 2, 3, etc. * * * for light two-way traffic. 2 — Two-lane roadway having occasional one- lane…
FM 17-15 ·Army ·1996 Tank Platoon
The fundamental mission of the tank platoon is to close with and destroy the enemy. The platoon's ability to move, shoot, communicate, and provide armored protection is a decisive factor on the modern battlefield. It moves, attacks,…
FM 7-93 ·Army ·1995 Long-Range Surveillance Unit Operations
Combat forces need accurate and timely intelligence about enemy forces, terrain, and weather. Commanders must make fast and accurate decisions to have the right combat force at the right place and time. Their decisions are partly based on…
FM 7-93-3 ·Army ·1995 Long-Range Surveillance Unit Operations
Combat forces need accurate and timely intelligence about enemy forces, terrain, and weather. Commanders must make fast and accurate decisions to have the right combat force at the right place and time. Their decisions are partly based on…
FM 31-85 ·Army ·1970 Rear Area Protection Operations
This manual provides doctrine and guidance to commanders and staffs for the organization, administration, and employment of resources in the conduct of rear area protection (RAP) operations and updates interim guidance provided in FM…
FM 60-10 ·Army ·1952 Amphibious Operations: Regiment in Assault Landings
This manual is a guide for the regimental combat team (RCT) in planning, training for, and executing an amphibious operation. It includes additional information on higher headquarters and other forces involved. It describes the…
FM 60-10-AMPHIBIOUS ·Army ·1952 Operations Regiment in Assault Landings
This manual is a guide for the regimental combat team (RCT) in planning, training for, and executing an amphibious operation. It includes additional information on higher headquarters and other forces involved. It describes the…
FM 100-10 ·Army ·1942 Field Service Regulations, Administration
Enlisted ams ation Grade Militaryoccatal u r Number Number servic title a uthorseria No. Aervoea title ized present required W. D., A. 0. O. Form No. 211 INSTRUCTIONS (Par,. 388, FM 100-10) 1. This unit requisition will be prepared in…
FM 7-7J ·Army ·Undated The Mechanized Infantry Platoon and Squad (Bradley)
to the Bradley Fighting Vehicle The Bradley fighting vehicle (BF'V) represents the most dramatic improvement in infantry combat capability since the introduction of the machine gun. The infantry now has unprecedented firepower, armor…
FM 8-10-5 ·Army ·1991 Brigade and Division Surgeons' Handbook Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures
This manual provides information pertaining to the command and staff responsibilities of the brigade and division surgeons assigned to armored, airborne, air assault, infantry, and light infantry divisions that are organized under the…
FM 4-146 ·Army ·1943 Antiaircraft Artillery Field Manual. Service of Radio Set SCR-545
2 ae YR DAT Sis RESTRICTED FM 4-146 WAR DEPARTMENT ANTIAIRCRAFT ARTILLERY FIELD MANUAL & SERVICE OF RADIO SET SCR-545 2 November 1943 Dissemination of yestricted matter.—The information cotttained in Festricted documents and the essential…
FM 17-59 ·Army ·1942 Armored Force Field Manual-Decontamination of Armored Force Vehicles
Armored Force field manual on decontamination of armored force vehicles after chemical attack (1942).
FM 3-22.68 ·Army ·2003