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…The firer and all Marines in the area should wear earplugs. (2) Extensive testing on the effects of firing recoilless weapons from within enclosures has been conducted since 1948. These tests showed that firing these weapons…

…More detailed information regarding the employment of snipers can be found in Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 3-15.3, Scout Sniping (under development). MCWP 3-35 .3 4-12

…This causes Marines to lose their night vision and washes out light intensification devices. 5. Considerations. The environment of built-up areas presents special challenges and considerations during periods of limited visibility. a. The use of…

…While Marine forces must be prepared for more intensive urban combat, they must also train to apply only the level of force necessary to accomplish the mission. Our tactics may have to rely more on innovation…

…A likely use of Marine artillery in an urban direct-fire role is to reinforce infantry against tough or important urban targets. Artillery should be used in this role only after an analysis of the need…

…The Marine Corps' manuever warfare philosophy guides the conduct of offensive operations in MOUT. This warfighting philosophy serves to guide commanders through the development, planning, and execution of missions. A detailed discussion of maneuver warfare can…

…Maneuver unit commanders and their Marines are not the only individuals who must adjust to combat under limited-visibility conditions in MOUT. Logisticians at every level must anticipate requirements for these conditions. a. Units conducting resupply…

…However, Marines will be restricted in the use of their weapons and other equipment as dictated by the ROE. If permitted, a riot control agent (such as CS gas) can be used to assist in the…

…When selecting firing positions for recoilless weapons and ATGMs, Marines should make maximum use of rubble, corners of buildings, and destroyed vehicles to provide cover for the crew. Recoilless weapons and ATGMs can also be moved…

…directly up the stairwell. The clearing team’s speed of movement is determined by Shooter Number One. Marines pie as much of an area as possible before ascending each step. Figure A-50. Clearing a Stairwell…

…The powerful, high-velocity cannon mounted on the M1A1 tank provides Marines with a key requirement for victory in built-up areas—heavy direct-fire support. Although the infantry assumes the lead role during combat in…

…All Marines, not just engineers, should be trained to employ demolitions. See FM 5-250, Explosives and Demolitions, for specific information on the safe use of demolitions. a. Demolitions. Demolitions come in two types: TNT and…

…The defender has an advantage in that, given the confining, dark environment of these passages, a small group of determined Marines in a prepared position can defeat a numerically superior force. a. Tunnels afford the attacker…

…Types of targets might include enemy snipers, leaders, vehicle commanders, radio Marines, sappers, and machine gun crews.) Denying enemy access to certain areas or avenues of approach (controlling key terrain) Providing fire support for covering barricades…

…Also, individual Marines normally do not have access to radios. Therefore, a wounded Marine within a building may be difficult to find and evacuate. The unit SOP should contain alternate forms of communication such as colored…

…The delivery of Marines onto a building can also be accomplished by rappelling, fastroping, or jumping out of the helicopter as it hovers just above the roof. The rooftops should be inspected to ensure that no…

…About 90 percent of all targets are located 50 meters or less from the identifying Marine. Few personnel targets will be visible beyond 50 meters, and most occur at 35 meters or less. Minimum arming ranges…

…ATP 3-22.40/ Marine Corps Tactical Publication 10-10A/NTTP 3-07.3.2/AFTTP 3-2.45/Coast Guard Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures 3-93.2, Multi-Service Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for the…

Appendix C Attacking and Clearing Buildings Offensive operations on urbanized terrain will require Marines to attack and clear buildings. 1. Introduction. At the rifle platoon and squad level, the major offensive tasks for combat in built…

…The process of ordering and moving rations to forward units is complicated by the dispersed nature of combat in built-up areas and its increased caloric demands on Marines. Hot meals should be provided when practical…