Combat medics today need advanced skills beyond basic first aid, including emergency care, force health protection, and warrior skills. This field reference serves as a crucial tool, offering essential information on triage, treatment, and U.S. Army procedures. Its pocket-sized format and waterproof pages allow for easy note-taking in various conditions, making it an indispensable resource for those in the field.
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Focusing on military operations in Vietnam, this 1967 U.S. Army Training Circular serves as a comprehensive guide for commanders and staff. It details the types of Viet Cong mines and boobytraps, their employment techniques, and the necessary defensive measures to protect personnel from these threats. The document is essential for effective orientation and training of troops engaged in combat in the region.
The study explores the challenging climatic conditions faced by the German armed forces during their four-year campaign in European Russia, detailing the impact on personnel, equipment, combat, and logistics. It is divided into sections covering regions both south and north of the Arctic Circle, highlighting key lessons learned and adaptive strategies employed. The unique Russian climate significantly influences terrain, vegetation, and living conditions, creating a stark contrast for Western European soldiers unfamiliar with such environments.
Focusing on advanced techniques, this manual compiles insights from U.S. Army Pistol Champions and coaches to enhance pistol marksmanship. It distills years of competitive experience into a practical reference, covering various aspects of marksmanship training. Contributions are based on authoritative research, interviews, and observations from international competitions, aiming to promote effective training methods and elevate the skills of shooters at all levels.
Here is the Official US Air Force guide to staying alive in survival situations—first aid, concealment, survival at sea, building shelter, finding food and water, and more! This Air Force handbook was written to help pilots who find themselves in hostile environments. While it is designed for use in formal Air Force training, it is also useful for the general reader seeking a comprehensive and complete manual of outdoor survival techniques. Any US Army survival kit would also benefit from this handbook. Among other pieces of professional and expert advice, the US Air Force Survival Handbook tells readers about: Finding your way without a map First aid for illness and injury Finding food and water Building a fire Concealment techniques Using ropes and tying knots Survival at sea Signaling for help Animal tracking Predicting the weather Building shelters Released on the 70th anniversary of the US Air Force, this book outlines specific survival threats found in many different types of terrain and how to survive them. It is invaluable to all who enjoy the outdoors and anyone who seeks insight into the training tactics of the US Air Force.