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The Ultimate Guide to U.S. Special Forces Skills, Tactics, and Techniques The Ultimate Guide to U.S. Special Forces Skills, Tactics, and Techniques Edited by Jay McCullough Skyhorse Publishing Copyright © 2012 by Skyhorse Publishing, Inc. No claim is made to material contained in this work that is derived from government documents. Nevertheless, Skyhorse Publishing, claims copyright in all additional content, including, but not limited to, compilation copyright and the copyright in and to any additional material, elements, design, or layout of whatever kind included herein. All Rights Reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced in any manner without the express written consent of the publisher, except in the case of brief excerpts in critical reviews or articles. All inquiries should be addressed to Skyhorse Publishing, 307 West 36th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10018. Skyhorse Publishing books may be purchased in bulk at special discounts for sales promotion, corporate gifts, fund-raising, or educational purposes. Special editions can also be created to specifications. For details, contact the Special Sales Department, Skyhorse Publishing, 307 West 36th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10018 or [email protected]. Skyhorse® and Skyhorse Publishing® are registered trademarks of Skyhorse Publishing, Inc.®, a Delaware corporation. Visit our website at www.skyhorsepublishing.com. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data is available on file. ISBN: 978-1-61608-208-6 Printed in Canada Contents Introduction Part I INFILTRATION One If By Sea: Special Forces Waterborne Operations Chapter 1 Mission Planning Chapter 2 Environmental Factors Chapter 3 Tides and Tidal Currents Chapter 4 Nautical Charts and Publications Chapter 5 Small-Boat Navigation Chapter 6 Combat Rubber Raiding Craft Operations Chapter 7 Inflatable Boats Chapter 8 Over-the-Beach Operations Chapter 9 Combat Diving and Swimming Operations Chapter 10 Open-Circuit Diving Chapter 11 Closed-Circuit Diving Chapter 12 Surface Infiltration Two If By Land: Special Forces Use of Pack Animals Preface Chapter 1 Military Pack Animal Operations Chapter 2 Animal Management Chapter 3 Animal Care and Training Chapter 4 Animal Health Management Chapter 5 Packing Equipment Chapter 6 Horsemanship Chapter 7 Techniques and Procedures Chapter 8 Organization and Movement Chapter 9 Tactical Considerations Part II OBSERVE, ASSASSINATE, AND DESTROY Special Forces Sniper Training and Employment Preface Chapter 1 The Special Forces Sniper Chapter 2 Equipment Chapter 3 Marksmanship Training Chapter 4 Field Skills Chapter 5 Employment Chapter 6 Sniper Operations in Urban Terrain Appendix A M82A1 Caliber .50 Sniper Weapon System Appendix B Sniper Rifle Telescopes Improvised Munitions Handbook Introduction Section 1 Explosives and Propellants (Including Igniters) Section 2 Mines and Grenades Section 3 Small Arms Weapons and Ammunition Section 4 Mortars and Rockets Section 5 Incendiary Devices Section 6 Fuses, Detonators & Delay Mechanisms Section 7 Miscellaneous Appendix 1 Primary High Explosives Appendix 2 Secondary High Explosives Part III FIGHT YOUR WAY OUT, RANGER Chapter 1 Leadership Chapter 2 Movement Chapter 3 Patrols Chapter 4 Battle Drills Chapter 5 Military Mountaineering Chapter 6 Employment in Unconventional Warfare Conditions Part IV SURVIVE AT ALL COSTS The Code of Conduct Quick Checklist Chapter 1 Evasion Chapter 2 Navigation Chapter 3 Radio Communications and Signaling Chapter 4 Recovery Chapter 5 Medical Chapter 6 Personal Protection Chapter 7 Water Chapter 8 Food Chapter 9 Induced Conditions Appendix A The Will to Survive INTRODUCTION TK Jay Mccullough November 2009 North Haven, Connecticut PART I Infiltration

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