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…The Marine throwing the grenade should step out far enough to lob the grenade into the upper story opening. The Marine’s weapon should be kept in the nonthrowing hand so that it can be used…

…In the alert carry, the Marine keeps both eyes open and scans for any threat with the weapon always in line with the Marine’s LOS (this is called “guns ’n’ eyeballs”). When a threat is…

…WARNING Because fragments from M67 fragmentation grenades may injure Marines outside the room, they should not be used. Marines should use MK3A2 offensive hand grenades instead. Also, the technique of cooking-off hand grenades can be…

…The stock is positioned so that the pistol grip is behind the Marine’s head. The Marine may use his/her index finger or thumb to manipulate the trigger. The handguard of the weapon is placed…

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY Headquarters United States Marine Corps Washington, D.C. 20350-3000 4 April 2018 CHANGE 1 to MCRP 12-10B.1 Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT) 1. This publication has been edited…

…This allows the lead Marine to easily detect a tripwire (Figure F-11). Marines can also use a flashlight to cause reflections and shadows to find tripwires. A wand with a dangling thread can be swept…

…While clearing the bottom floor of a building, Marines may encounter stairs that must also be cleared. Once again, grenades play an important role. Before climbing the stairs from the bottom floor, Marines should first inspect…

…While clearing the bottom floor of a building, Marines may encounter stairs that must also be cleared. Once again, grenades play an important role. Before climbing the stairs from the bottom floor, Marines should first inspect…

…Before conducting urban operations, Marines must be trained in fundamental combat skills to conduct urban operations. Training for this unique environment will reduce casualties because properly prepared Marines will be able to fight more effectively. This…

…120mm Gun, M1A1 General Abrams, with Change 4 Marine Corps Concept Paper A Concept for Future Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain Marine Corps Doctrinal Publications (MCDPs) 1 Warfighting 1-3 Tactics Marine Corps Reference Publications (MCRPs…

3-15.3 Scout Sniping (under development) 3-37.1 Chemical Operations 3-37.4 NBC Reconnaissance Fleet Marine Force Manuals (FMFMs) 0-9 Field Firing for the M16A2 0-25 The Law of Land Warfare…

…This will make it harder for enemy soldiers firing at the light to kill the Marine holding the flashlight or chemiluminescent light. f. Units must know where everyone is during offensive operations. This not only reduces…

…They can be crossed safely if certain fundamentals are applied by Marines and small-unit leaders. a. When using the correct procedure for crossing an open area, the Marine develops a plan for his/her own…

…When using smoke for concealment, Marines should plan for wind direction. They should use fire, shouts, and fake movement to distract the enemy. a. A Marine scaling an outside wall is vulnerable to enemy sniper fire…

…However, firing from the weak-hand position may reduce a Marine’s ability to fire accurately. This may be acceptable when Marines are providing supporting fires, but in close kill-or-be-killed engagements, rapid, accurate…

…When firing from behind walls, a Marine should fire around coverCnot over it (Figure A-52). Marines in this situation should be able to fire from the right or left shoulder. When firing from behind cover…

…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…

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…In many cases, Marines may have a technological advantage in thermal imagery and light intensification over their opponents. This enables Marines to identify, engage, and destroy enemy targets before being detected by the enemy. b. Possessing…

…Leaders maintain communication with Marines guarding positions in tunnels either through personal visits, messengers, or field telephone. Communication increases situational awareness and provides insight into the mental state of Marines. Marines guarding positions below ground should…