U.S. MARINE GUIDEBOOK

U.S. MARINE GUIDEBOOK Here is everything there is to know about the essentials of life as a Marine. From fitness to first aid to firing positions, this book covers all subjects in which every troop, regardless of rank, must maintain proficiency. Learn the Military's Code of Conduct, understand the Dos & Don'ts of surviving as a POW, & grasp the foundation of military law. Find out about Marine customs, uniforms, & drills. Follow the Marine Corps fitness routines to get into the best shape of your life. Read the detailed section on first aid & learn how to perform CPR, make braces for broken limbs, dress & bandage wounds, improvise slings, & transport injured victims. Find out about the symptoms & treatment of chemical agents & learn how to safely travel through a contaminated area. Also included in the U.S. Marine Guidebook are marksmanship requirements; navigation tactics; & nuclear, biological, & chemical defense.The U.S. Marine Guidebook details procedure during combat, including code of conduct in war & when to use deadly force. Because these subjects are first taught & tested during recruit training, they are the distinctive qualities of a Marine & his training. Anyone who is interested in what makes a Marine the strong, brave, & skilled individual he or she must be will find this book fascinating.ABOUT THE AUTHOR:The United States Marine Corps was founded in 1775 & is a branch of the Department of the Navy. It is headquartered at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia & is also the author of Small Wars Manual. ISBN: 1-60239-941-7 publish date: 01/31/2010