MCRP 12-10B.1, page 163
Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT)
Marine Corps Reference Publication: Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT)
Public distribution statement A; S2 KOCOA cited as MCRP 12-10 b.1
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Figure A-9. Correct Technique for Observing Around a Corner
6. Movement Past Windows. Windows present another hazard to Marines. The most common
mistake made when passing a window is exposing the head to enemy observation from inside the
room. If a Marine shows his/her head, an enemy gunner inside the building could engage him/her
through the window without exposing himself/herself to return fires.
a. The correct technique for passing a window is for the Marine to stay below the window
level. He/She makes sure he/she does not silhouette himself/herself in the window; he/she
“hugs” the side of the building. An enemy gunner inside the building would have to expose
himself/herself to covering fires to engage the Marine (Figure A-10A).
Figure A-10A. Moving Past Windows
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MCWP 3-35.3