FMF

UH-1N

Huey Twin engine, two seat, single pilot, single rotor, utility helicopter HML/A squadrons, utility support to MAGTF Max 13 passengers Airborne command and control via ASC-26 comms package Can aid search and rescue, provide aeromedical evac

Recon Battalion: Specialized Terrain Recon

Hydrograph, beaches, bridges, routes, urban areas, helicopter landing zones, aircraft forward operating sites, mounted recon missions

Code of Conduct: Article 1

I am an American. I serve in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.

Code of Conduct: Article 6

I will never forget that I am an American, fighting for freedom, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America

Code of Conduct: Article 2

I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender the members of my command while they still have the means to resist.

Measure Delta 3

ID all vehicles within operational or mission support areas

Measure Bravo 16

ID and brief personnel who may augment guard forces Review specific rules of engagement including use of deadly force

G9 Integration: G4

ID civil sources of supplies and services within AO ID sources of necessary supplies and services to meet legal and moral obligations

Measure Normal 4

ID defense critical assets and high occupancy buildings

Map Features: Brown

Identifies all relief features and elevation: contours on older edition maps, cultivated land on red light readable maps

Grid Reference Box: Left

Identifies grid zone designation and 100,000m square If sheet falls in more than one 100km square, grid lines separating squares shown in diagram and letters identifying the 100km squares are given

Code of Conduct: Article 3

If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and to aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.

Code of Conduct: Article 4

If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information nor take part in any action, which might be very harmful to my comrades. If I am senior, I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders of senior prisoners, regardless of the branch of service (US or Allied Nation)

AAW: Air Defense

Includes all defensive measures designed to destroy attacking enemy aircraft or missiles in earth's atmosphere, or nullify or reduce effectiveness of the attack Includes active and passive air defense

Problem Framing: Understanding the Environment

Includes critical thinking and open discussion by all, including commander Helps expose broad range of ideas to be considered in identification of problem

Measure Charlie 8

Increase patrolling of facility to include waterside perimeters Be prepared to assist search of threating persons outside perimeter For airfields, patrol or provide observation of flightline corridors as appropriate, and coordinate with necessary authorities

Measure Bravo 9

Increase security presence or surveillance of DoD housing, schools, messes, on base clubs, similar high occupancy targets to improve deterrence of defense and to build confidence

Code of Conduct: Article 5 Interpretation

Informing, or any action endangering fellow POW is forbidden POWs will not help the enemy by IDing fellow prisoners who may have knowledge of particular value to enemy They may be made to suffer brutal interrogation

J/G-7

Inspector Compliance with regulations, derivatives, and orders

PPE: Training

Installation or unit safety office trains all MC personnel who need to use PPE (as IDed by PPE survey) Workers must be trained to at least know: 1. what PPE is necessary, 2. when it is necessary 3. how to properly put on, take off, adjust, and wear PPE 4. Limitations of PPE 5. Care, maintenance, useful life, and disposal PPE will be provided by MC, including prescription safety glasses

J/G/S-2

Intelligence and intel ops Provide commander info on weather, terrain, and enemy capabilities, status, and intentions

3rd Echelon Maintenance

Intermediate Component replacement usually performed by specially trained personnel in owning or CSS units

Orders Development: Orders Reconciliation

Internal process, staff conducts detailed review of order Goal is to ensure basic order and all attachments are complete and in agreement Notes discrepancies or gaps that need fixing Compare commanders intent, mission, CCIRs agains CONOPS and supporting concepts

Quatrefoil

Interwoven braid in shape of cross of figure eights on top of officer's barracks covers First became part of uniform in 1859 Fashionable military style of that era Worn on caps of Marines fighting on decks of ships so that they could be easily recognized by sharpshooters above ships rigging

HF Modes of Propagation: Sky Wave

Involves bending signal by ionosphere Frequencies vital- those beyond top level will not bend back to earth but continue into space But low freq are noisier, can be absorbed by ionosphere Reflective nature changes when hit by sunlight, so at least 2 frequencies usually needed per 24h freq: low, night frequency and higher day frequenct

Amphibious Raid

Involves swift incursion into, or temporary occupation of, an objective to accomplish a mission followed by a planned withdrawal Independent or in support of other ops Can be covert insertion, or overt with full fire support (this would resemble an amphibious assault)

Ground Pyrotechnic Signals: Hand-held

Issued in their own launching mechanism, max height 200m Includes: 5-star clusters, single star parachutes, smoke parachutes Handhelds have replaced all rifle-projected pyrotechnic signals and chemical grenades

Battle of New Orleans

JAN1815 USMC under command of Gen Andrew Jackson soundly defeat British forces attacking NOLA British lost ~2000 men, americans less than 100

F-35

Joint Strike Fighter Strategic agility, operational flexibility, tactical supremacy Centerpiece of marine aviation transformation 5th gen stealth, precision weapons, multi spectral sensors combined with expeditionary responsiveness of short take off/vertical landing (STOVL) fighter attack platform

Joint Task Force

Joint force that is constituted and designated by SECDEF, a combatant commander, a subordinate unified command commander, or existing JTF commander Can be established on geographical area or functional basis (when mission has limited specific objective and does not need overall centralized control of logistics)

1989

Joint op Just Cause to overthrow military govt of Panama led by Gen Noriega Accomplished mission and installed civilian govt Gen Noriega was indicted for drug trafficking and racketeering and sent to US for trial

1983

Joint op Urgent Fury after assassination of Prime Minister and violent overthrow of government of Grenada Rapid response led to securing of island, safeguarding of hundreds of US citizens

Dehydration

Keep warm and loosen clothes Shelter from wind and cold Begin fluid replacement immediately

1950

Korean war- USMC responds to N Korean attack by quickly assembling first Marine Provisional Brigade from 1st Mar Div - later used to rescue Pusan perimeter Also made amphibious landing over seawalls at Incheon First time helicopters used in battle by USMC aviators

Release Load

L arm extended forward horizontally, fist clenched R hand make vertical pendulum movement with fist clenched

Light Armored Vehicle

LAV-25 Lightly armored, eight wheeled, amphibious vehicle Manned and operated by 3: driver, gunner, and vehicle commander

LCC Amphibious Command Ship: Examples

LCC 19 USS Blue Ridge Yokosuka, Japan LCC 20 USS Mount Whitney Gaeta, Italy

GS Example: Permanently Organized Units

LCE commander can assign GS mission to any of his permanent subordinate organizations e.g. MLG commander can give engineer support battalion mission: GS to MAGTF- this battalion then provides support based on MAGTF commanders priorities LCE commander would not do this without prior approval from MAGTF

Shore Party

LF component of LFSP Supports the beach over which RLT lands On landing, CO assumes control of landing support Consists of shore party HQ, shore party teams, special attachments

LHD Amphibious Assault Ship (Multipurpose): Examples

LHD 1 USS Wasp Norfolk VA LHD 2 USS Essex Sasebo Japan LHD 3 USS Kearsarge Norfolk VA LHD 4 USS Boxer San Diego CA LHD 5 USS Bataan Norfolk VA LHD 6 USS Bonhomme Richard San Diego CA LHD 7 USS Iwo Jima Norfolk VA LHD 8 USS Makin Island San Diego CA

Line of Departure

Land: line designated to coordinate departure of attack elements Amphib: offshore coordinating line to assist craft to land on designated beaches at scheduled times. Marks seaward end of boat lane Every colored beach has LOD, and considerations for its specific location (terrain, tactics, etc) May be marked (PCS, boats, buoys) or not Can have different lines for displacement craft and AAVs to reduce transit times

LCU: Mission

Landing Craft Utility To land heavy vehicles, equipment, personnel, and cargo in an amphibious assault

LCAC: Mission

Landing craft air cushion To land heavy vehicles, equipment, personnel, and cargo in amphibious assaults

M4 Characteristics

Length (in): 29.75 buttstock closed, 33.0 open Barrel rifling-right hand 1 twist: 7in Muzzle velocity: 2,970 ft/sec Cyclic rate of fire: 700-900 rounds/min Maximum effective rate of fire (rounds/min): 45 semiautomatic, 90 burst (3 round), 12-15 sustained Range (m): 3,600max; max effective: 500 point, 600 area

HMMWV Dimensions

Length: 180-202 inches Height: 69-102 inches Width: 85 inches Curb weight: 7,700-9,280lbs Ground clearance: 16 inches loaded Manufactured by AM General

M777 Howitzer: Characteristics

Length: In tow 9.5m (31ft 2in) Firing: 10.7m (35ft) Weight: 3,175kg (7,000lb) Bore diameter: 155mm Max effective range: 24k (15mi) M109 ammunitions 30km (18.6mi) with ERFB base-bleed 40km (25mi) with Excalibur Rate of Fire: Max 5 round/min Sustained 2 round/min Crew: 5

Measure Normal 3

Limit access points for vehicles and personnel commensurate with reasonable flow of traffic

Measure Charlie 4

Limit access points to strictly enforce entry Randomly search vehicles

Bar Scale

Located in center lower margin Rulers used to convert map distance to ground distance Usually has 3 or more, each for different unit of measure Must be careful to use proper scale

Declination Diagram

Located in lower margin of large scale maps Indicates angular relationships of true, grid, and magnetic north On maps at 1:250k scale, this is expressed as note in lower margin In recent editions, note indicates conversion of azimuths next to diagram

Resection

Locating position on map by determining grid azimuth to at least 2 well defined locations that can be pinpointed on map Greater accuracy if you use at least 3 locations Straight edge and map and compass methods

Intersection

Location of an unknown point by successively occupying 2-3 known positions on ground, then map sighting unknown location Locates distant or inaccessible points or objects such as enemy targets and danger areas Map and compass method or straightedge method

J/G/S-4

Logistics Plans, coordinates, supervises combat logistics: supply, maintenance, transportation, health services, engineer support, landing support, materials handling, food services, mortuary affairs, and host nation support Every unit staff has logistics officer Aviation logistics, Supply, maintenance, ordnance, and avionics are unique to ACE and full under aviation logistics officer At regiments and battalions, also handles financial management

High Frequency

Long and short range secure voice and data (2.4kbps/sec) comms Data requires modems specifically made for HF Can travel around the world under proper conditions Lots of signals and noise in receiver (storms, etc) Can be intercepted and traced from many miles away Can be used in satellites as well, range 1000s of miles

Immersion Syndrome (trench foot)

Long exposure to wet conditions 32-50F Loosening laces makes you less susceptible Take off boot, dry foot, warm via exposure to warm air. Do not massage, moisten, or expose to heat or ice. Elevate foot

J/G-5

Long range (future) planning and joint planning Normally just at MEF and MARFOR levels At lower echelon, FOPs done by 3 shop

Code of Conduct: Article 1 Interpretation

Longstanding tradition for Americans to answer the call when peace and security are threatened Patrick Henry: "give me liberty or give me death" Patrick Hale (captured by British during Revolution): "I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country"

LAAD

Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion Provides close-in, low altitude, surface to air weapons fires in defense of MAGTF assets defending forward combat areas, maneuver forces, vital areaas, installations, and units engaged in special ops Comprised of battalion HQ, H&S battery, 2 firing batteries H&S can be divided into battery (-) and detachment to allow for support of two separate firing batteries

Depression

Low point in the ground or a sinkhole Area of low ground surrounded by higher ground in all directions, or a hole in the ground Usually only those greater than or equal to the contour interval are shown On maps: closed contour lines with tickmarks pointing toward the low ground

Lewis B (Chesty) Puller

LtGen, served in Nicaragua thru political unrest and rebellion He and his force of 32 were famous for engaging rebel groups/bandits while scourging jungles 'Tiger of the mountains' USMC mascot Chesty the bulldog named after him

LFOC Tasks

MAGTF Commander will: - monitor progress of ship to shore movement and ops ashore - control assigned assault units - communicate with subordinate commanders

Landing Force Operations Center (LFOC)

MAGTF commander's post afloat during initial phases of amphibious op Usually near ATFs combat information center Maintains comms w LFSP elements, landing force TACLOG which functions as landing force liaison w NCO through central control officer

MEB

MAGTF constructed around infantry regiment reinforced, composite MAG, and CLR Commanded by a GO, task-organized for requirements of specific situation Can be part of JTF, lead echelon of MEF, or act alone Usually bigger than MEU, smaller than MEF Wide range of missions, can be in joint or multinational environment with members from other services or nations

Concept of Employment

MEF usually deploys by echelon w 60 days sustainment Makeup highly variable, can source from other MEFs, reserves, SpecOps, other services Lead echelon is called MEF forward, and prepares for MEF or other forces Whole MEF does not necessarily follow, only if needed

MEU (SOC)

MEU (special ops capable SOC) is standard forward deployed marine organization Forward deployed MEU (SOC) maintained in Mediterranean, W Pacific, and Indian Ocean/Arabian Gulf Can think of a self-contained operating force for limited scope missions, or forward extension of MEF Receive special training prior to deployment so they are "SOC": intense, 26wk program including exercise and final eval Must be competent, able to deploy in 6 hours, and conduct multiple simultaneous missions Augmented as needed

7-ton/Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR)

MK23/25 cargo variant, replaces M813A1, M923A1, M923A2, M925, M925A1, M813 (ISO bed), M923 (ISO) Independent suspension, electronically controlled engine and transmission, central tire inflation system Improved off road maneuverability and mobility MK25 has 20,000lb capacity self recovery winch 7 ton 6x6 for roads, highways, cross country terrain can traverse 60% gradient, 30% side slope at 15mph, 40% side slope at 5mph Can ford 60 inches of water, on road cruising range 300 miles Can be transported by highway, rail, sea, or air Made by OSHKOSH

LCE for MEF

MLG

Maxxpro Series

MRAP vehicles MaxxPro MaxxPro Plus MaxxPro Plus Ambulance MaxxPro MEAP Protected- developed to utilize kits made through MEAP MaxxPro Dash- lightweight variant with inc mobility MaxxPro XL- category II, still 4x4 but longer with 3 rear windows

M249 Machine Gun

Machine gun, light, squad automatic weapon (SAW) Gas-operated, air-cooled, belt or magazine fed, automatic weapon Fires from open bolt position Can be fired from hip/underarm (assault technique) but preferred from bipod, which adds stability Spare barrel for quick changes but be sure not to change with barrel from different SAW unless headspace exactly set

M1A1: Fire Capabilities

Main gun: M256 120mm Coaxial Machine gun: M2 .50cal Grenade Launcher M250 Ammunition Quantity: 1. 120mm (main gun): 40 rounds 2. 7.62mm (coaxial M240): 10,000 rounds 3. 7.62mm (loaders M240): 1,400 rounds 4. .50 cal (commanders machine gun): 900 rounds 5. UKL8 series smoke grenades: 24 6. 5.56mm (M-16 rifle): 210 rounds

MLG Battalions

Maintenance battalion Supply battalion Engineer Support Battalion Medical Battalion Dental Battalion

Gregory R (Pappy) Boyington

Maj, known for prowess in aerial dogfights Commanded VMH-214, the Black Sheep, in WWII By end of war, USMC top ace with 28 kills

Smedley D Butler

MajGen earned 2 MOH, Veracruz and First Caco War (Haiti) By end of 1916, USMC was national force in readiness and leadership, gained from continual combat and expeditionary experience

Parts of Lensatic Compass

Major Parts: cover, base, lens 1. Luminous sighting dots 2. Fixed index line 3. sighting wire 4. graduated straight edge 5. luminous magnetic arrow 6. short luminous line 7. Lens 8. Floating dial 9. Bezel ring 10. Sighting slot 11. Lens or rear sight 12. Thumb loop

Measure Delta 8

Make frequent checks of exterior of buildings and of parking areas

Cut

Manmade feature from cutting through raised ground Usually to form level bed for road or railroad Cuts show on map if at least 10ft high Drawn w contour line along the cut line, extending length of cut with tick marks extending from cut line to roadbed (if scale permits this level of detail)

Fill

Manmade feature from filling a low area, usually to form level bed for road or railroad Shown on map if 10ft high, drawn w contour line along fill line extending length of fill area with tick marks pointing toward lower ground If scale permits, length of fill tick marks are drawn to scale

Voice Transmission Range: Low (LO) Power

Manpack or vehicular 200-400m

Voice Transmission Range: Medium (MI) Power

Manpack or vehicular 400m-5km

MEU (SOC) Operations

Many, including: MOOTW, amphibious and other conventional ops Selected maritime SO like: - Recon and surveillance - Specialized demolitions - TRAP - Seizure/recovery of offshore energy facilities - Seizure/recovery of selected personnel/material - Visit, board, search, seizure of vessels - In-extremis hostage recovery

Battle of Mariana Islands

Marianas invaded bc Air Force needed airfields and Navy needed advanced base USMC landings on Saipan, Guam, Tinian JUN-JUL1943, LtGen Holland Smith led combined invasion force (USMC/USA) of 136k Greatest number of troops thus far to operate in field under USMC command

VMGR

Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron Provides aerial refueling as well as assault air transport of personnel, ops, supplies Functions as integral unit or separate detachments Two detachments provide capability to do dual-site ops and support simultaneous contingencies 12 KC-130 aircraft Usually employed in general support of FMFs as directed by MAGTF commander Can be deployed as whole squadron, or 2 6 plane detachments

VMFA/AW

Marine All Weather Fighter/Attack Squadron Attacks/destroys surface targets, day or night, under adverse weather Conducts multisensor imagery recon Provides supporting arms coordination Intercepts/destroys enemy aircraft under all weather Usually functions as integral unit, structured to operate as subordinate of MAG Each squadron has 12 FA-18D

MEU

Marine Expeditionary Unit Embarked on Navy amphibious ready grps (ARG) Continuous, forward navy presence in key areas for steady security, military engagement, and deterrence along w immediate crisis response Commanded by O6, usually in conjunction w Navy O6 ARG commander

HMH

Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron Provides assault helicopter transport of heavy weapons, equipment, and supplies during amphib ops and subsequent ops ashore Functions as integral unit or as squadron(-) with 1-2 separate detachments, allowing for dual site ops, multiple contingencies and continuous deployment 8 CH-53D, 2 detachments of 4 each All fall under aviation support element in Kaneohe Bay

HMM

Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron Provides assault transport of combat troops in initial assault waves and follow-on stages of amphib ops and subsequent ops ashore Usually integral unit, subordinate of MAG 12 CH-46E, but replacing this with MC-22

MTACS

Marine Tactical Air Command Squadron Provides equipment, maintenance, and ops for TACC of ACE as part of MAGTF Equips, mans, operates, maintains current ops section of TACC Provides/maintains facility for TACC future ops and future planning, as well as associated automated systems Organic to MACG of the MAW

1834

Marines come under department of the Navy

1898

Marines conduct offensive operations in Pacific and Cuba in response to declaration of war on Spain Led to establishment of several overseas naval installations

1859

Marines storm US arsenal at Harpers Ferry to put down slave revolt by abolitionist John Brown Led by Col Robert E Lee

Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP)

MaxxPro, v shaped hull and other survivability factors for crew protection Intended to withstand ballistic fire, mine blasts, IED, and NBC environments Different size variants MRAP II requirements prompted development of protection against explosively formed penetrators (EFP) Immediacy of requirements for enhanced protection led to development of MRAP Expedient Armor Program (MEAP)

Peace Operations

May differ significantly from humanitarian missions Attitudes of those involved can be helpful or forcefully opposed depending on whether they see military as HA force or peacekeeping force Many operations contain both together

MEB Elements

Mid-sized MAGTFs, building blocks for forcible entry and power projection, landing forces for amphib assault and fly-in echelons. Smallest MAGTFs capable of all six functions of marine aviation 1. CE (command/control, recon, radio, engineering) 2. GCE (infantry, artillery, recon, engineer, LAR, amphib) 3. ACE (helicopter/tilt-rotor, vertical/short takeoff, fixed wing, fighter, electronic, unmanned, air-refeuler/transport, logistic/CC) 4. LCE (engineering, supply, transport, services, medical, maintenance, landing support for beach/port/airfield delivery)

Humanitarian Assistance

Military is uniquely suited to plan and execute: has organizational structure, educated/trained personnel, essential equipment, rapid worldwide deployability, and ability to operate in austere environments No one organization can match this

Irregular Warfare: Counterinsurgency

Military, paramilitary, political, economic, psychological, and civic actions taken by a government to defeat an insurgency

METT-T

Mission Enemy Terrain and Weather Troops Time (support time available)

General Support

Mission given to supporting force as a whole, not to any particular subdivision- most centralized mission Example: LCE is GS to MAGTF, and always has this mission LCE commander can still assign priorities to his subordinate units, but based on MAGTF priorities MAGTF commander can, for example, stop issues of supplies, set limits, or realign priorities

Direct Support

Mission requiring a force to support another specific force, authorizing it to answer directly to supported force's requests Requires close and continuous support of a single unit Supporting are not attached or under command of supported (this is why combat and combat support units under separate maneuver elements do not qualify- same commander) Must keep each other informed. Usually colocate, not always Supported gets close, quick support without the burden of admin and logistics of the supporting unit

Snow blindness

More likely in cloudy/hazy weather (people use less protection) Blindfold to stop painful eye movement Complete rest if possible Usually heals without permanent damage

Hand Grenade: Overview

More than casualty-producing instruments of war Can be used to signal, screen, and control crowds Specific hand grenade for most circumstances

Mortars: General Characteristics

Mortars must be prepared but can provide immediate heavy volume accurate fire Suppressive, indirect fire (high angle of fire) Neutralize or destroy area or point targets, screen large areas with smoke, provide illumination Squad consists of squad leader, gunner, and ammunition bearer

Knife Fighting: Movement

Move anywhere in 360-deg circle around opponent Allows accessibility to different target areas Avoid being directly in front, opponent could use forward momentum to tactical advantage Move in 45deg angle to either side of opponent to avoid their strike and place you in best attacking position

Hazardous Material Spill Response: Certification for Safe Re-Entry

Must be certified by OOD/CDO, who confirms: 1. All surfaces thoroughly cleaned 2. All compartments adequately ventilated (input from gas free engineer) 3. All contaminated cleanup materials have been packaged, marked, handled as used hazmat

Military Working Dogs

Must be considered a weapon because of its training When releasing MWD to attack, must: 1. Be sure MWD will cease attack on command 2. Be sure MWD has identified same target as handler 3. Warn bystanders to cease all movement 4. Call MWD off attack as soon as suspect stops or surrenders

Knife Fighting: Wear

Must be easily accessible and retained Usually weak side hip, blade down, sharp edge forward Can be behind magazine pouch: easily accessible to you, not opponent Note issued combat knife w pistol, bayonet w rifle

Rights of EPWs: Medical Care

Must have infirmary and give appropriate care, and transfer to other facilities if needed. Provide isolation for contagious/MH disease Cared for by their own nation if possible Provide certificate of care if requested, forward to Central POW Agency Costs of treatment borne by detaining force Medical inspections at least monthly

SINCGARS: Loading frequencies

Must load with one or more 1. Obtain authorized freq from SOI or NCS 2. Set FCTN(function) to LD 3. Set MODE to SC 4. Set CHAN to MAN, CUE, or desired channel (1-6) where you will store frequency 5. Press FREQ (display shows 00000, or current freq) 6. Press CLR (display shows 5 lines) 7. Enter new freq numbers using keyboard 7a. If you make mistake press CLR to clear digit *must store or enter number w/in 7 seconds or have to start over. If you need more time, keep pressing last # 8. Press STO (display blinks, shows frequency) 9. Repeat for more frequencies 10. Set FCTN to SQ ON

Obligations of POWs: Paid Labor

Must perform paid labor as required as long as it is not: - Military - Degrading - Dangerous - Unhealthy

Battle of Chosin Rservoir

NOV1950- USMC push far into North Korea and are cut off by Chinese Communist forces 10-division force sent to annihilate them, but USMC defeat 7 divisions in retrograde movement Brought out all operable equipment, properly evacuated wounded and dead, and maintained tactical integrity

Beach Party

Navy component of LFSP, under OPCON of LFCP CO Consists of: beach party HQ, beach party teams, beach support unit, LCAC cushion landing zone control team BP commander has OPCON until shore party commander lands, which then passes to LPSG commander

Amphibious Task Force

Navy task organization for amphib ops Part of amphibious force (AF), with landing force etc ATF commander exercises overall control of ship-to-shore movement, the most crucial piece Movement involves all elements for force, those that participate directly are transport and control Commander also responsible for land force debarkation until termination of operation

Internet Tactical Chat (TC)

Near real-time synchronous conference capability for group and private message data transfers for online comms Enhances critical communications capabilities by simultaneously transmitting and receiving info among all participating organizations Provides greater situational awareness through increased information and reduced latency

CH-53K

New build, only shipboard compatible helicopter that can lift 100% of MCs vertical lift equipment from amphibious shipping to inland objectives under high altitude and hot atmospheric conditions 27,000lbs, 110 nautical miles. Only heavy lift helicopter being developed in DOD

UH-1Y Venom

Next generation UH-1 Huey Combat radius 129nm 2 weapons stations Empty weight 11,700 lbs, max gross 18,500lbs Use payload (HOGE): 5,930lbs Cruise Speed 153 knots

Leatherneck

Nickname given because of leather stock (neckpieces) worn 1775-1875 Protected neck from saber slashes and also ensured heads kept erect

Devil Dog

Nickname given by Germans during battle of Belleau Wood near Marne River, France ('teufelhunden') Due to dogged fighting ability of Marines

Batons

Nightstick blows to the head can cripple or kill Avoid intentionally striking in head or other bony parts unless deadly force is justified

Rights of EPWs: Representation

No Officers: freely elect by secret ballot every 6 months a rep for military authorities, protecting powers, Red Cross Committee, etc Officers: senior officer is the rep, assistants chosen by POWs (non-officer if in a mixed camp) If officers available, assign to camp for admin duties for fellow POWs Reps must be approved by detaining power, who must report reasons for refusals to protecting power Rep must have same language, nationality, and customs

Counterintelligence/Human Intelligence Company Marine Corps Imagery Support Unit Civil Affairs Group

No info in book, just remember they exist

Grid-Magnetic Conversion (without notes)

No matter where azimuth line points, angle to it is always measured clockwise from reference direction (baseline) 1. Draw vertical grid-north line (aligned with vertical map lines) 2. From base, draw arbitrary line at roughly R angle 3. Examine declination diagram, look at direction of magnetic north relative to grid 4. Draw magnetic prong from apex of grid north line in desired direction 5. Determine value of G-M angle. Draw an arc from rigid to magnetic and place value of angle there 6. Draw arc from each reference line to arbitrary line. You can look at this and see whether difference between grid-arbitrary is less or greater than magnetic-arbitrary, so you know if you need to add or subtract

Hazardous Material Spill Response: Disposal of Contaminated Materials

Nonreusable cleanup materials must be placed in impermeable containers, stored, disposed of as hazardous waste Includes clothing, sorbents, rags, brooms, containers

General

O10, four silver stars

First Lieutenant

O2, One silver bar

Captain

O3, two silver bars

Major

O4, Gold oak leaf

Lieutenant Colonel

O5, Silver oak leaf

Colonel

O6, silver spread eagle

Brigadier General

O7, one silver star

Major General

O8, two silver stars

Lieutenant General

O9, three silver stars

Material Safety Data Sheet

OSHA 174 or equivalent Must be used by manufacturers to communicate properties of chemical product 1. key product info 2. name/address/contact for manufacturer 3. hazardous ingredients 4. physical and chemical characteristics 5. Fire and explosion hazards 6. reactivity data 7. health hazard data 8. Precautions for safe handling and use 9. Control measures

Determining Distance: Curved Line

Obtain 8 digit coordinate for start and end to avoid confusion Place tick mark on paper at beginning point, mark a second where line starts to diverge from paper Place pencil at that second tick mark and pivot until some of curved line lines up Place new tick mark Continue until fully measured, then measure full distance using graphic scale

M2 .50cal: Use

Offense and defense- can defend against low flying aircraft, destroy lightly armored vehicles, provide recon by firing on suspected enemy positions Heavy volume of close, accurate, continuous fire support

SMEAC

Offensive Operations Order format - 5 paragraphs Situation Mission Execution Administration and Logistics Command and Signals

UH-1Y Venom: Weapons

Offensive Systems: 2.75in rockets, fixed forward or crew served 7.62mm GAU 17A gun and/or crew served M240D/GAU16/GAU21 machine guns Defensive: AAR47, ALE47, and APR39

Feint

Offensive action involving contact with the adversary conducted for purpose of deceiving adversary as to the time or location of actual main offensive action

F-35 Specs: Offensive, Defensive, Network Systems

Offensive: APG-81 radar, Electro Optical Targeting System (EOTS) Defensive: Advanced electronic warfare/protection (EW/EP), electro-optical distributed aperture system (DAS) Network: LINK16, VMF, Multifunction Advanced Data Link (MADL)

Semper Fidelis

Official motto for USMC c. 1883 Latin for always faithful

Mortar Team: Gunner

On L side of mortar Can manipulate sight, elevating gear handle, traversing assembly wheel Places firing data on sight, lays mortar for deflection and elevation Assisted by squad leader (or ammo bearer), makes large deflection shifts by shifting bipod assembly

Peacetime Force Material Stocks

On hand inventories that support day-to-day operational and training requirements of operating forces and USMC (Option 1)

Fireman's Carry

One of easiest ways to carry a casualty Position casualty in position, lift from the ground, leg over one shoulder and arm over the other

Battle of Belleau Wood

One of greatest battles in USMC history (WWI) Helped crush German offensive that threatened Paris In their honor, French renamed area 'Wood of the Brigade of Marines' German intelligence evaluated them as 'storm troops'- highest ranking on their scale, and began to call them Teufelhunden, or Devil Dogs

Commander's Critical Information Requirements (CCIR)

Only commander decides, but staff can propose Continually reviewed/updated/deleted as needed Two main categories: 1. Friendly force information requirements 2. Priority Intel requirements Can include essential information at any point in MCPP

Saddleback Carry

Only conscious casualties- has to hold on to your neck Like a piggy back ride

Rights of EPWs: Proper Hygiene

Only inter on land, and with hygiene facilities Not in jails except in specific cases justified by prisoners Remove to more favorable climate ASAP if cannot stick to above

Circumstances for using Deadly Force

Only justifies under conditions of extreme necessity and as a last resort. Only under these circumstances: 1. Self defense and defense of others 2. Defense of property involving national security 3. Defense of property not involving national security, but inherently dangerous to others 4. Prevent or interrupt serious offenses against people 5. Apprehension or arrest 6. Escapes 7. Lawful order

Hazardous Material Spill Response: Overview

Only trained personnel respond to spill Trained by divO or supervisors to clean up spills Appropriate MSDSs will be used in training It is divided into 9 phases for description, but in reality many steps occur simultaneously and involve common elements

MTVR Technical Characteristics

Operating Mode and shipping mode Weight: 27,000 lbs Length: 315in Width: 98in Height: 142in/100in Square: 215 square feet Cube: 2537 cubic feet/1,786 cubic feet Fuel: 78 gallons, 4.5mpg

1991

Operation Desert Storm after Iraqi govt refused to comply w UN resolutions Marine aviation heavily used in air phase starting JAN1991 Massive bombing failed to dislodge iraqi forces, so ground forces swept in and liberated Kuwait Caused severe damage to Iraqi military

OPLAN

Operation plan 1. Any plan for conduct of military ops prepared in response to actual and potential contingencies 2. In context of joint op planning level 4 detail, a complete and detailed joint plan with full description of concept, all annexes, and TPFDD. IDs forces, support, and resources needed, provides closure estimates for flow into theater

Offensive AAW

Operations against enemy air or air defense before it can be launched or assume attacking role Usually air attacks to destroy/neutralize aircraft, airfields, radar, air defense, and support Includes theater missile defense attack ops, and suppression of enemy air defense

2nd Echelon Maintenance

Organizational Limited action above operator level performed by specialist personnel in the using unit

Class VI Supply

Personal demand items (nonmilitary sales items)

J/G/S-1

Personnel management, personnel administration, HQ management Every unit staff has a personnel officer

Amphibious Op Phases: Planning

Phase begins when directive is issued, ends with embarkation of landing forces But planning is continuous through operation When the phase ends, relationship between commanders can change

Deadly Force: Property Inherently Dangerous

Property whose theft or destruction presents substantial potential danger (operable weapons, ammo)

Combat Logistics Battalion

Provide logistics capabilities for GCE and ACE Each is self sufficient across spectrum of logistics including maintenance, supply, etc

Combat Logistics Regiment

Provide logistics support to MARDIV in any environment and throughout spectrum of conflict in order to allow division to continue operations regardless of logistically driven operational pauses

Supply Battalion: Mission

Provides GS supply support, except for bulk fuel and navy funded stock, for sustaining MAGTF ops

G9 Integration: G3

Provides civil inputs to COP Organizes, uses, integrates attached CA forces IDs forces available to support CMO Integrates PRC to minimize civilian interference with ops Recs regarding no fire areas, restrictive fire areas, protected targets Produces graphics and overlays

Medical Battalion: Mission

Provides direct and general medical support to MEF

Service Rifle: Lower Receiver and Buttstock Assembly

Provides firing control for service rifle M16A4 also has storage for basic cleaning materials

Dental Battalion: Mission

Provides general support dental care to MEF

M249 Firepower

Provides heavy volume of continuous, accurate fire in support of offensive or defensive action Present in large numbers (9/platoon) in small units, increasing combat power Machine gun sections can now be employed as a section (GS or DS), rather than attached

LPD Amphibious Transport Dock: San Antonio Class

Provides improved capabilities Advanced command suite, higher lift capacity, better ship survivability Designed to support USMC mobility triad- landing craft air cushion (LCAC), advanced amphibious assault vehicle (AAAV), and MV-22 Osprey (also certified for Harriers) Will replace older USS Austin class Latest in C4ISR capabilities, has Shipboard WIde Area Network (SWAN), fiber optic computer network

Service Rifle: Charging Handle Assembly

Provides initial charging of the weapon Handle latch locks the charging handle assembly in forward position during sustained fire - prevents injury to operator

Assault Support: Battlespace Illumination

Provides light in battlefield area Both fixed and rotary can do it

Service Rifle: Sling

Provides means for carrying weapon and stability of hold while firing

Assault Support: Combat Assault

Provides mobility and logistic support to MAGTF Can be used to rapidly deploy forces, bypass obstacles, or redeploy forces to meet enemy threat Allows for rapid buildup of combat power at specific time and location

Respiratory Protection Program

Provides protection to anyone exposed to harmful levels of airborne dust, fogs, fumes, mists gases, smokes, sprays, or vapors

Service Rifle: Bolt Carrier Assembly

Provides stripping, chambering, locking, firing, extraction, and ejection of cartridges using buffer spring and projectile-propelling gases for power

Service Rifle: Upper receiver, barrel assembly

Provides support for bolt-carrier assembly Upper receiver has rail system that can accommodate a detachable carrying handle and other accessories Barrel chambers cartridge for firing, directs projectile

Intel Bn: Topographic Platoon

Provides tailored geospatial info and services to MAGTF

Air Recon: Electronic

Provides the means to detect, ID, evaluate, and locate foreign electromagnetic radiation that is emanating from other-than-nuclear detonations or radioactive sources Provides up-to-date electronic order of battle and technical intel

Assault Support: Air Evac

Provides transport of personnel and equipment from FOBs or remote areas by using transport helicopters and fixed-wing

PAO

Public affairs officer, responsible for advising CG on all public affairs

Course of Action War Game

Purpose is to improve plan Examines and redefines options that develop in operational environment Wargame friendly COAs against adversary COAs On large staff: red cell builds and fights adversary COAs, green cell develops probably responsive Can be formal interactive process or simple what if convo Allows staff to develop advantages and disadvantages of each COA

Opha Mae Johnson

Pvt, first enlisted woman on 13AUG1918 Dramatic changes in status of women brought about by WWI All enlisted women were Marine Reserve (F), AKA skirt marines or Marinettes

Cease Fire

Raise hand in front of forehead, palm to front Swing hand and forearm up and down several times in front of face

Assemble

Raise hand vertically to full extent of arm, fingers extended and joined, palm to front Wave in large horizontal circles with arm and hand

Measure Bravo 7

Randomly inspect commercial deliveries, advise families to check at home deliveries

Measure Bravo 8

Randomly inspect food and water for evidence of tampering before use Includes delivery vehicles, storage containers

UHF Limitations

Range is primary limiting factor Critical line of sight- what you see is what you get If radio antenna has optical line of sight to the other, you will be able to communicate This is why used mostly ground-to-air

SALUTE: Activity

Record what enemy is currently doing

Class IX Supply

Repair parts and components

Arrival Airfield Control Group (AACG)

Responsible for control and coordination of offload of airlifted units and equipment, provides limited CSS Task-organized around nucleus provided by landing support company of TSB Structured/manned to provide continuous ops support for multiple aircraft Usually deploys w advance party to initiate ops Interface between LFSP and TALCE at arrival airfield

Measure Charlie 13

Review access procedures for all non US personnel and adjust as needed For airfields, consider terminating visitor access

Measure Bravo 21

Review all higher FPCON measures

Measure Alpha 8

Review and if necessary implement security measures for high risk personnel

Measure Alpha 11

Review barrier plan

Measure Bravo 18

Review status and adjust as appropriate COMSEC, OPSEC, INFOSEC procedures

Cold Weather First Aid

Rewarming works for superficial injury: cover cheeks with hands, put hands in armpits, place feet on someone's torso, etc. Do not massage and do not warm with heat Deep injury needs prompt medical care

Ground Pyrotechnic Signals

Rise to height of 180-250m before functioning Include handheld and ground smoke

Hook Up Load

Rope climbing motion with hands

Operational CoC

Runs from the president, through SECDEF, directly to commanders of combatant commands for missions and forces assigned to those commands

Surveillance and Reconnaissance Center Officer In Charge

SARC OIC, G2 immediate subordinate of ISC, supervises execution of intelligence collection and recon operations

Intel Bn: Sensor Control and Management Platoon

SCAMP Plan, control, manage employment of unattended ground remote sensor equipment

Service Rifle Ammunition: MK-318 Mod 0

SOST (special ops science and technology) 5.56mm, 62 grain bullet Open tip with lead at the front, thick copper base No color coding Designed to be barrier blind- round stays on target better than existing M855 rounds after penetrating windshields, car doors, etc

Service Rifle Ammunition: Tracer (M856)

Same basic characteristics as ball Bright red tip Used for observation firing, incendiary effect, signaling Should be intermixed with ball at ratio no higher than 1:1 Preferred ratio is 1:4 (1 tracer, 4 ball)

Heat exhaustion

Same care as heat cramps, monitor until symptoms gone. No more strenuous activity for rest of day Symptoms: excessive sweating, HA, weakness, dizziness, LOA, nausea, chills, rapid breathing, confusion, etc

Measure Delta 6

Search all suitcases, briefcases, packages, etc

Measure Delta 4

Search all vehicles and their contents before allowing entrance to installation Selected pre-screened and constantly secured vehicles used to transport escorted VIPs exempted

Measure Bravo 4

Secure and inspect all buildings, rooms, and storage areas not in regular use

NCO: Waterborne Movement: Primary Control Officer

Senior Navy Commander appoints primary control officer for each transport organization that lands a regimental landing team across colored or geographically separated beach This officer is on primary control ship, directs movement from there- usually near line of departure unlike flagship and CCO

NCO: Helicopterborne Movement

Senior navy commander controls helicopters during ship to shore via tactical air officer Agencies include TACC and HDCs- control helicopters to meet tactical and logistic needs Also coordinate movement of helicopters with other aircraft Must be flexible and responsive to requirements of tactical situation

Subfunctions of Tactical Logistics: Services: Command Services

Services: 1. Personnel administration 2. Religious ministries support 3. Financial management 4. Communications 5. Billeting 6. Messing 7. Band 8. Morale, welfare, and recreation

Daniel Daly

SgtMaj earned 2 MOH, Boxer Rebellion and First Caco War (Haiti) When unit pinned down, attack stopped in Battle of Bellau Wood, yelled "come on you sons of bitches, do you want to live forever" (GySgt at the time)

M1037/1042

Shelter carrier HMMWV Basic armor Secure and transport S250 electrical equipment shelter Payload 3,600lbs inc crew 1042 has recovery winch

Data Transmission Planning Ranges

Short Range 600-4800bps (HI) - 3-5k 16 kbps (HI) - 1-3k Long Range (Vehicular) 600-2400 bps (PA) - 5-25k 4800 bps (PA) - 5-22k 16kbps (PA) 3-10k

Field Sanitation: Straddle Trench

Short bivouac Enough for 6% of soldiers. Cover with dirt after each use

Field Sanitation: Garbage Pit

Short bivouac, extended bivouac Locate near dining facility but not closer than 100ft One pit per 100 soldiers per day Cover with dirt after each meal, close daily

Field Sanitation: Soakage Pits (Food Service)

Short bivouac, extended bivouac Locate near dining facility, need at least two Fill with loose rocks Add grease trap for waste Alternate daily use

Field Sanitation: Soakage Pit (Other)

Short bivouac, extended bivouac Provide soakage pit for urinals, shower, Lyster bag, or other locations where water collects

Field Sanitation: Urinals

Short bivouac, extended bivouac Trough, pipe, urinoil

Spur/Finger

Short, continuous sloping line of higher ground, usually juts out from the side of a ridge Often formed by 2 parallel streams, cutting draws down the side of a ridge Ground slopes down in 3 directions up in 1 Contour lines look like a U or V pointing away from high ground

Knife Fighting: Grip

Should be natural Grasp grip w fingers wrapped around naturally as pulled out of sheath "Hammer grip" Blade always facing opponent

Code of Conduct: Article 6 Interpretation

Similar to article 1- repeat the most important words (american, fighting for my country) Ever since John Paul Jones "I have not yet begun to fight", America has fought enemy wherever and with whatever When captured, POW continues battle, just in a new arena- under fire from interrogator just as they were in the field

SINCGARS

Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System

F/A 18

Single place, twin engine strike fighter, VMFA Began to replace F4 in 1983 Intercepts enemy aircraft and performs ground attacks Internal 20mm M61 gun, can carry 17000 pounds of ordnance

AV-8B

Single seat, transonic, vector thrust, light attach aircraft VMAs V/STOL capability provides increased responsiveness to OAS requirements via basing flexibility and high sortie rates Internal navigation system Forward looking infrared (FLIR), night vision goggle (NVG) compatible cockpit lighting, and moving map display allow attacks at night under weather

Service Rifle Ammunition: Dummy (M199)

Six grooves along side of case No propellants or primer Primer well is open to prevent damage to firing pin Used during dry fire and other training

SALUTE

Size of enemy unit Activities of enemy Location (6 digit grid coordinates) Unit markings (signs/symbols, uniform, vehicle) Time of sighting (date and time, Zulu or local) Equipment carried by enemy

Ridge

Sloping line of high ground If you are standing on centerline, you usually will have low ground in 3 directions and high in 1 with varying slope. If you cross at right angle, you climb and descend steeply. If you move along it, there can be any level of slope. Contour lines tend to be U or V shaped. Closed end points away from high ground

Guidons

Small rectangular flags made in USMC colors Carried by companies, batteries, or detachments

81mm Mortar

Smooth-bore, muzzle loaded, high angle of fire Goal to deliver large volume of accurate, timely fire to inflict as many casualties as possible (usually increased by surprise fire) If cannot use surprise, minimize time required for maximum demoralizing effect

Knife Fighting: Target Areas

Soft, vital targets that are readily accessible 1. Neck: carotids, usually no armor 2. Lower abdomen/groin (usually no armor) 3. Heart (if not covered, fatal in minutes)

Class A Fire

Solid substances like wood, cloth, paper Usually leave an ash Explosives are in this category Usually extinguished with water

SMEAC: Command and Signals

Special instructions on comms, including prearranged signals, password and countersign, radio call signs and frequencies, emergency signals, radio procedures, pyrotechnics, and restrictions on comms use

Colors/Standards

Specialized flags carried by military units Each branch has its own colors, USMC is scarlet with gold fringe or trim USMC emblem centered on flag, white scroll below Carried beside national colors 'Standards' are colors that are mounted, like colors mounted in a COs office

Landing Direction

Stand with arms raised vertically above head, facing toward point where aircraft is to land Lower arms repeatedly from vertical to horizontal, stopping finally in horizontal

Close up

Start w both arms extended sideward, palms forward Bring palms together in front of body momentarily When repetition is needed, arms returned to starting position by moving along front of body

National Security Act of 1947

States present structure, missions, and functions of USMC Amended 1952

5 Steps of ORM: Assess Hazards

Step 2 For each hazard, determine associated degree of risk in terms of probability and severity Matrix can be helpful

G9 Integration: G7

Synchronize CAO and CMO plans with IO Assist integration of indigenous information systems Establish CMO working group Provide reps to boards, working groups, centers, and cells

M240G: Characteristics

System weight (gun+tripod): 45.6lb Weight (gun): 25.6lb Weight (barrel): 6.6lb Length: 49in Height (on tripod): 17in Max range: 3,725m Max effective range: 1,800m Grazing fire: 600m Caliber: 7.62mm

COMSEC: Emission Security

TEMPEST- measures to deny unauthorized persons valuable info from intercepting and analyzing compromised emanations from equipment Unintentional emissions can happen, especially with COTS This is designed to reduce those emissions or to make them less interpretable

COMSEC: Transmission Security

TRANSEC- applies measures designed to protect transmissions from interception and exploitation, but not through cryptoanalysis (encryption) All comms circuits and networks should be secured Even on secured network, can be disrupted by traffic analysis, direction finding, and jamming

Fire Direction Center

Tactical fire direction of organic artillery battalions and attached artillery systems To the degree consistent with comms capability, positioning of units, and range capability Receives fire missions from several sources (inc div FSCC; its own observers- survey, radars, etc; and artillery battalions) Assigns fire missions to a battalion or attached unit - GS units first to avoid diverting DS units from primary mission Directs massing of artillery battalions on targets worthy of such attack

Battle of Tarawa

Tarawa Atoll, Betio Island in Gilbert Islands, fortified so much Japanese commander said would take a million americans 100 years to conquer it (first in line of advance for Central Pacific offensive) 20NOV1943- USMC landed, secured islands within 76h But heavy losses from drowning and enemy fire (extended reef, so landing craft could not cross)

Measure Alpha 6

Test mass notification system

Reconnaissance battalion Mission/Function

To conduct amphibious recon, ground recon, surveillance, battlespace shaping, and limited scale raid support of MARDIV and subordinate elements

Deadly Force: Property involving National Security

To prevent actual or threatened theft of, damage to, espionage aimed at property or info specifically designated to be vital to national security

Deadly Force: Escapes

To prevent escape of a prisoner but only if personnel have probable cause to believe prisoner poses threat of serious bodily harm or injury to others

Objective Rally Point

Touch belt buckle with one hand Point to ground Make a circular motion with hand

Alert Contingency MAGTF

Type of SPMAGTF Each MEF has one for an on call, rapid crisis response MEF commander usually prescribes that they be ready to deploy within days or hours Usually deploys by air, so size is at a minimum Can deploy independently or in conjunction Example: deployed following 23OCT1983 bombing of MC barracks in Libya

1941

US enters WWII following Pearl Harbor attack Marines defend against that and other attacks throughout Pacific early in war Principal force for the Allies for island hopping campaigns, using the amphibious doctrine nearly 500,000 marines during WWII

MOUT: Avenues of Approach

Urbanized terrain is unique battlespace- provides attacker and defender with numerous varied avenues of approach and fields of fire Four basic levels of battlespace: building, street, subterranean, air Many ops include fighting on all levels simultaneously

Assault Support

Use of aircraft to provide tactical mobility and logistic support for MAGTF, movement of high priority cargo and personnel within immediate area, in flight refueling, and evac of personnel and cargo Contains seven categories: Combat assault, aerial delivery ops, aerial refueling, air evac, tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel, air logistical support, battlespace illumination

Straddle Trench Latrine Construction

Used on short bivouacs and field training exercises 2 trenches per 100 males, 3/100 females 4 feet long, 2.5 feet deep, 1 foot wide. 2 feet between trenches Shovel and excavated dirt at ends Paper covered with can at each trench

MAGTF CE Relationship

Usually has command and attached relationships but not support relationships When other services or combined units, can exercise OPCON and or TACON Subordinate MARFOR are organic or detached External can be OPCON, TACON, or in support of

MEU ACE

Usually medium lift helicopter squadron reinforced with several heavy lift helicopters and AV-8B attack craft Aerial refueling support from shore based aerial refueling detachment Maintenance support usually provided by aviation intermediate maintenance department (AIMD) from the amphibious assault ship the ACE is on MALS augments ship capabilities with personnel and material

Operational Planning Team: Composition

Varies based on mission 1. Core: Future ops/future plans a. OPT leader b. Asst OPT leaders/facilitators c. Information Manager d. Recorders e. FOPS/Future plans clerks f. Principal staff plans officers 2. Special staff reps 3. SMEs as required 4. Liaison officers from subordinate, adjacent, supporting commands

Hand Grenade Throwing

Varies. Accuracy more important than method as long as facing sideways, toward enemy, throws overhand 1. Observe target, mentally establish distance. minimize exposure time to 3 seconds 2. Grip grenade in throwing hand 3. Grasp pull ring with index or middle finger of off hand, remove safety pin w twist/pull motion. Observe removal if time 4. Look at target, throw grenade overhand so it arcs 5. Allow motion of throwing arm to continue for follow through (better distance and accuracy, less strain) 6. Practice underhand/sidearm which may be necessary in combat w training ONLY (live fire training must be overhand)

Wave Off

Wave arms over head

Grid Azimuth

When azimuth is plotted on a map and two points are connected by a straight line Use protractor to measure angle between grid north and drawn line, and this measured azimuth is grid azimuth Be sure to go from start to end, not the opposite

Strategic Level of War

Where a nation (usually as a member of group of nations) determines national or multinational security objectives and guidance Develops/uses national resources to achieve these Activities establish national/multinational military objectives, sequence initiatives, define limits/assess risks for use of military, develop global or theater plans to achieve objectives, provides forces with strategic plans

Mount, Get Up

With hand extended downward at side with palm out, raise arm sideward and upward to angle of 45deg above horizontal Repeat until understood

Personal Staff

Work directly for commander Aides, SgtMaj, secretaries If not a major command, just SgtMaj

Combat Arms Earplug

Yellow plugs for weapons fire in dismounted mode Olive drab for steady state noise and around aircraft, noisy vehicles, etc Keep filter holes free of earwax and other debris Check proper insertion for slight tension by gently tugging on plug Ensure plugs cleaned with soap and water and dry when returned to case

Operational Control

authority to perform functions of command over subordinate forces involving organizing and employing commands, assigning tasks, designating objectives, giving direction necessary to accomplish mission Usually applies to larger MC units in joint organization (not used within MAGTF) Command authority that may be exercised by commanders at any echelon at or below COCOM, and is transferable

MGySgt Geraldine M Moran

first woman marine promoted to E9, 1960

Class X Supply

material to support nonmilitary programs (miscellaneous)

Heat Cramps

move to shade, loosen clothing, slowly drink 1 canteen of water

Fire Support

"Tactical fire direction is the if and how to attack a target" Fires that directly support land, maritime, amphibious, and special ops forces to engage enemy forces, combat formations, and facilities in pursuit of tactical and operational objectives MAGTF principally employs FS from GCE and ACE, but can get external support as well

Service Rifle Ammunition

1. Ball (M855) 2. Tracer (M856) 3. Dummy (M199) 4. Blank (M200) 5. MK-262 6. MK-318 Mod 0

Service Rifle Chamber Check

1. Bring support hand against magazine well so slip ring rests in V of hand 2. extend fingers of support hand, cover ejection port (if R handed) or extend thumb over ejection port (if L) 3. Grab charging handle w index and middle fingers of firing hand. Control weapon by pointing muzzle to deck and apply tension to stock w heel of hand 4. Pull charging handle slightly to rear, visually and physically inspect chamber. R: insert 1 finger of support hand into ejection port to feel if a round is there. L: insert thumb of R hand 5. Release charging handle, observe bolt going forward 6. Tap forward assist 7. Close Ejection port cover if there is time 8. Remove magazine if pone present, observe if there is ammo. Count rounds if time. Reinsert magazine Note: don't pull charging handle too far, can double feed or eject ammo. Can do this procedure day or night

HF: Common Nets

1. Command 2. Intelligence 3. Naval Gun Fire (NGF) spot 4. Helicopter Support Team (HST) Control 5. Tactical Air Request/Helicopter Request (TAR/HR) 6. Combat Logistics Request

G-7 Responsibilities

1. Conduct inspections and investigations 2. Recommend measures and actions for deficiencies 3. Processes request mast petitions, hears cases during inspection program 4. Reports on inspections for subordinate commands 5. Coordinates actions on reports 6. Recommends action on deficiencies 7. Reviews reports from IG of USMC 8. Coordinates action on USMC Hotline and fraud, waste, and abuse cases

IG Functions

1. Conduct inspections and investigations 2. Recommend measures to correct deficiencies 3. Processes mast petitions, hears mast cases during command inspection

Subfunctions of Tactical Logistics: Services: CSS Services

1. Disbursing 2. Postal services 3. Exchange services 4. Security support 5. Legal services support 6. Civil affairs support 7. Graves registration

Service Rifle: Upper Receiver

1. Ejection port 2. Ejection port cover 3. Housing for gas key, bolt-carrier assembly, and bolt assembly 4. Mounting surface for carrying handle assembly

Water Purification: Iodine Tablets

1. Fill canteen with cleanest water possible 2. Put 2 iodine tablets in (double if 2qt) 3. Place cap, shake to dissolve. Wait 5 minutes. Loosen cap and tip to allow leakage around treads. 4. Tighten cap. Wait 25 minutes 5. Drink

OMFTS Principles

1. Focus on an operational objective 2. Use the sea as a maneuvering space 3. Generate overwhelming tempo and momentum 4. Pit strength against weakness 5. Emphasize intelligence, deceptions, flexibility 6. Integrate all organic, joint, and combined assets

Chaplain Responsibilities

1. Helps G-1 in improving morale 2. Advises CO on religious ministries 3. Preps Appendix 6 to Annex E of OPLAN 4. Command Religious Program 5. Conducts religious services/rites, facilitates the same for other faiths 6. Pastoral care and counseling 7. Advises CO on moral issues 8. Reports to assigned place in combat for ministry 9. Assists in casualty assistance calls (but is not the CA officer) 10. Plans and budgets for religious ministry 11. Advises on chaplain and RP billets 12. Liaises w local religious groups and NGOs 13. Maintains ecclesiastical endorsement 14. Provides supervision for those under 15. Maintains directives and procedures relevant 16. Semiannual report of activities

81mm Mortar (M29A1): Authorized cartridges

1. High explosive: M374 and M362 series 2. White phosphorus: M375, M370, M57 series 3. Illuminating: M301 series 4. Training practice: M68, M880 (SRTR)

5 Steps of ORM

1. Identify hazards 2. Assess Hazards 3. Make risk decisions 4. Implement Controls 5. Supervise

Ground Pyrotechnic Signals: Warnings

1. Keep away from fire 2. Don't handle if damaged or if parts missing 3. Handle carefully, use basic issue leather work gloves and full helmet 4. Aim away from face, body, friendly troops 5. Before items launched, check wind to achieve height for visibility 6. Avoid overhead obstacles 7. Avoid fallout 8. Maintain at lest 45deg launch angle 9. Check wind to avoid inhalation

Chief of Staff Responsibilities

1. Keep commander informed 2. Receive CO decisions, ensure actions taken 3. Supervise activities of staff 4. Chief Information Officer 5. Monitors COs critical information req (CCIR) 6. Directs planning and execution 7. Montors development of plans, orders, instructions 8. Liaison exchange requirements, receives liaison teams 9. Discipline, morale, combat readiness 10. Staff training 11. Coordinate activities internally, vertically, horizontally 12. Staff support to subordinate commanders/staffs

Hazardous Material Spill Response: Evaluation

1. Obtain info from labels/MSDS before response: type/concentration, hazardous characteristics (flash point, toxicity, corrosiveness, incompatible substances, effects of exposure, necessary first aid) 2. Determine possible dangers/consequences of spill: fire, explosion, oxygen deficient atmosphere, toxic gas, vapors drawn into vents, other HM that could interact 3. Determine (from MSDS) appropriate response equipment and PPE needed

Intersection: Straightedge Method

1. Orient map on flat surface by terrain association 2. Locate, mark position 3. Lay straight edge on map, one end at your position as a pivot point. Rotate straightedge until unknown point is sighted along edge 4. Draw line along straightedge 5. Repeat above steps at new position 6. Intersection is unknown point. Determine coordinates.

Phases of Amphibious Operations

1. Planning 2. Embarkation 3. Rehearsal 4. Movement 5. Action/Assault (PERMA)

Types of Rear Area Security Operations

1. Populace and resource control ops 2. Enemy POW ops 3. Noncombatant evac ops 4. Civilian control ops 5. Area damage control ops 6. Combat ops

Service Rifle: Main Group Disassembly: Bolt Carrier

1. Remove firing pin retaining pin 2. Push bolt back into bolt carrier to locked position 3. Tap base of bolt carrier against palm of hand so firing pin drops out 4. Rotate bolt cam pin 1/4 turn, lift bolt cam pin out 5. Withdraw bolt assembly from carrier 6. Press on rear of extractor, use firing pin to push out extractor-retaining pin. Remove extractor and spring - be careful not to damage tip of firing pin here Note: extractor assembly has rubber insert in spring. This should not be removed

G4 Special Staff

1. Supply officer 2. Dental officer 3. Medical officer 4. Ordnance officer 5. embarkation officer 6. engineer 7. fiscal officer 8. food service officer 9. ground safety officer 10. landing support officer 11. maintenance management officer 12. motor t officer 13. transportation officer

MEU CE Tasks: Supporting Ops

1. Tactical deception 2. Airfield/port seizure 3. Limited expeditionary airfield ops 4. Show of force ops 5. JTF enabling ops 6. Force protection ops 7. Security ops (area and physical security to embassy, consulate, or similar)

G/S-3 Responsibilities

1. Training 2. Operations 3. Planning and operation orders 4. Organization

Service Rifle: Main Group Disassembly Groups

1. Upper Receiver 2. Bolt Carrier 3. Lower Receiver Before disassembling: remove sling, ensure weapon in condition 4

Formation of the Marine Corps

10 Nov 1775 in Philadelphia at Tun Tavern Resolution of Continental Congress raised 2 battalions

Bertha Peters Billeb

1961, first Marine promoted to Sergeant Major

MARDIV Locations

1st MARDIV- HQ at Camp Pendleton, units at 29 Palms 2d MARDIV- HQ at Camp Lejeune 3rd MARDIV- HQ at Camp Courtney, Okinawa, units at Kaneohe Bay, HI 4th MARDIV- HQ at New Orleans, units in San Bruno CA, Kansas City MO, Fort Devens MA, Fort Worth TX

MLG Locations

1st MLG- HQ Pendleton, units at Yuma, Miramar, 29 Palms 2d MLG- HQ Lejeune 3rd MLG- HQ Camp Smedley Butler Okinawa 4th MLG- HQ New Orleans

Chilblains

32-60F (as low as 20 if dry skin and accustomed) Responds to rewarming quickly

M4 Weight

6.49 (without magazine and sling) 7.19 (sling, 20 round magazine) 7.50 (sling, 30 round magazine) Bayonet knife 1.50 Scabbard 0.30 Sling (M1) 0.40

Battle of Wake Island

8DEC1941 after Pearl Harbor, Japanese struck Wake Island USMC mounted courageous defense despite being heavily outnumbered Finally fell on 23DEC, but small force caused huge number of Japanese casualties/damage

M16A4 Weight

9.08 (without magazine and sling) 9.78 (sling, 20 round magazine) 10.09 (sling, 30 round magazine) Bayonet knife: 1.50 Scabbard: 0.30 Sling (M1): 0.40

Amphibious Assault Vehicle

AAV-7A1 (formerly (LVT-7), FMC corportation Amphibious troop transport Fully tracked, amphibious landing vehicle Crew of 3, load capacity of 21 combat equipped troops or 10,000lbs cargo Cruise speed: land 20-30mph, water 6mph Armament: HBM2 .50cal machine gun, MK-19 MOD3 40mm machine gun

Riot Control Grenades: Filler

ABC-7A2: 5.5oz burning mixture, 3.5oz CS in gelatin capsules ABC-7A3: 7.5oz burning mixture, 4.5oz pelletized CS Do not use in enclosed area, wear protective mask if you cannot leave area

Measure Delta 10

AIRFIELD SPECIFIC Cease all flying except specifically authorized operational sorties Prepare to deploy light aircraft and/or helicopters for surveillance tasks or to move internal security forces Implement appropriate flying countermeasures as needed

ATF Diagram

ATF CO coordinates with LF CO (subordinate: taclog) Subordinates: a. TACG: tactical air officer -> ATF TACC -> helicopter coordination section -> primary AATCC and helicopter logistics support center b. NCG: Central control officer -> primary control officers (red and blue beach)

EW: Electronic Protection

Actions taken to protect personnel, facilities, and equipment from any effects of friendly or enemy employment of electronic warfare tat degrade, neutralize, or destroy friendly combat capability

EW: Electronic Warfare Support

Actions tasked by, or under control of, a commander to search for, intercept, ID, and locate sources of intention and unintentional radiated electromagnetic energy Purpose of immediate threat recognition

LZ Marking: Multiple Aircraft

Additional light for each Observation, utility, and attack: single light at landing point Cargo: two lights placed 10m apart in direction of flight

MEU (SOC) Organization

All tasked organized, but typically: - Standing CE - Infantry battalion reinforced with artillery, recon, engineer, armor, assault amphib, and others prn - Reinforced helicopter squadron w transport, utility, and attack helicopters; attachment of VSTOL attack aircraft, and others PRN - Task-organized CSSE - Sustainment for 15 days

Assault Support: Aerial Refueling

Allows MAGTF aircraft to conduct flight-ferrying ops, extend time on station, and extend mission range Aids in recovery of damaged or low fuel aircraft by extending their time in the air when needed

Class V Supply

Ammunition

Time Phased Force and Deployment List

Appendix 1 to Annex A of OPLAN Contains types or units required to support OPLAN as well as points of debarkation

OMFTS Goal

Applies maneuver warfare to expeditionary power projection in naval operations as part of a joint or multinational campaign

Measure Bravo 17

As needed, verify ID of personnel entering buildings

Measure Bravo 5

At beginning and end of day and at random times, inspect interior and exterior of buildings in regular use for suspicious packages

Measure Delta 2

Augment guards as needed

Battle of Bladensburg

August 1814 103 Marines, 400 Sailors attempted to block 4000 disciplined British troops from advancing on DC USMC stopped 3 headlong charges, finally outflanked and driven back British then went down Bladensburg Rd to DC, burned buildings, went back to vessels in Chesapeake Bay

Direct Liaison Authorized (DIRLAUTH)

Authority to directly consult or coordinate action with a command within or outside of granting command Used internally and externally to MAGTF More applicable to planning than ops, always carries requirement to keep commander granting it informed Coordination relationship, not a command authority Ex: MEF gives DIRLAUTH to DIV to consult with UN Relief for humanitarian aid

Methods of Aviation Control: Air Direction

Authority to regulate the employment of air resources to maintain balance between availability and priorities assigned for use Includes both aircraft and surface to air weapons Goal is to achieve balance between MAGTFs finite resources and accomplishment of ACE mission

Margaret A Brewer

BGen (then Col), director of Woman Marines 1973-77 7th and final director of WM Only post world war woman to hold position Became first woman general on 11MAY1978

Combat Logistics Companies

Based at air stations, prev called Combat Service Support Co Intermediate supply support/motor T/engineer ground equipment maintenenance to MAWs Operate Aerial Port of Embarkation/Debarkation (APOE/D) Provide personnel to fleet assistance program (FAP) for legal, postal, exchange, security, personnel, freight/passenger transport (TMO), bulk fuel support

Measure Charlie 3

Be prepared to react to requests for assistance from local authorities and other installations nearby

Measure Delta 13

Begin continuous monitoring for chemical, biological, radiological contamination

UAV: Scan Eagle

Boeing/Insitu Group project Small, autonomous remote control airplane w stabilized camera (one of smallest UAVs w stabilized camera) Can stay airborne, orbiting a point for 15+hrs Stealthy bc of small size Superwedge launcher- pneumatic launch catapult 50ft high pole called Skyhook for retrieval Uses GPS antenna to find skyhook rope itself

Unit Movement Control Center

C2 for area where unit will marshal for movement to APOE or SPOE Coordinates with LMCC for movement to A/SPOE

Guided Missile Cruiser

CG Carries two 5 inch/54 caliber rapid fire guns and surface to surface missiles

Course of Action Comparison and Decision

CO evaluates each friendly COA, compares them, and selects COA he believes will best accomplish mission Comparison and decision inputs need graphic and narratives for each COA that was wargamed

AH-1W Weapons

Can fire TOW, Hellfire, and Sidewinder missiles Can be outfitted with Zuni rocket launchers

Rights of EPWs: Personal Property

Can keep all effects except: arms, horses, military equipment, military documents Includes helmets, gas masks, other PPE Clothes and food-related too, even if they are foreign military equipment Never take identity documents, and supply them if they don't have Do not take badges of rank/nationality, decorations, articles of personal or sentimental value Do not take away money unless directly ordered, and must record exact amount and give receipt

CH-53D Weapons

Can mount 2 7.62mm M60 machine guns or 2 .50cal XM-218 machine guns for self protection

81mm Mortar: Components

Cannon, mount, baseplate Cannon: barrel, mount attachment ring, base plug w spherical projection with removal firing pin Bipod: elevating/traversing mechanism, bipod legs Baseplate: one piece, supports and aligns While firing, base plug on barrel seated and locked to rotatable socket in baseplate Barrel passes through yoke of mount, secured to shock absorber by locking pin

EPW Procedures: Capture

Captured individuals must be evacuated quickly through transit points to reach internment facility in secure area Capturing units conduct tactical questioning for combat info relative to critical info requirements

M998/998A1/1038/1038A1

Cargo/troop carrier HMMWVs Basic armor Transport equipment, materials, personnel Cargo: 2500lb payload (inc crew) Troop: 8 passengers plus 2 man crew Troop seat kit for troop transport Can also be configured for 4 man crew 1038/1038A1 have self recovery winch, can also be used to recover similar vehicles A1 models have latest modifications

Secretary of the Navy

Carlos del Toro Responsible for, and authority over, all the affairs in DoN: recruiting, organizing, supplying, equipping, training, mobilizing, demobilizing Oversees construction, outfitting, repair of ships, equipment, facilities Responsible for formulation and implementation of policies and programs

Organizational Standards/Colors

Carried by supporting establishment commands- scroll on flag says 'United States Marine Corps'

Support carry

Casualty must be able to walk or at least hop Use bearer as crutch, with their arm over your head

Pack Strap Carry

Casualty weight rests high on your back so you can carry longer (50-300m), make sure pts arms are palms down to avoid injury Arms around neck, legs dangling

M9 Inspection: Receiver Assembly

Check for bends, chips, cracks Check for free movement of slide stop and magazine catch assembly Check guide rails for excessive wear, burrs, cracks, or chips

M9 Inspection: Slide Assembly

Check for free movement of decocking/safety lever, push on firing pin block Check for rear sight loseness Check for cracks in locking block retaining slot

M9 Inspection: Magazine Assembly

Check for spring and follower damage Ensure that lips of magazine are not excessively bent and are free of cracks and burrs Magazine should not be bent or dirty

MOUT: Importance of Urban Areas

Cities are considered centers of gravity: something to be protected or taken away House population centers, transportation centers, seats of government, industry and wealth centers, communication and information networks, etc 85% of people likely will live in cities by 2025 Cities can be breeding grounds for radicalization, centers of friction, centers of media attention for adversaries

SMEAC: Mission

Clear, concise statement of task squad must accomplish

Measure Delta 7

Close DoD schools or escort children to and from

F-35 Specs

Combat range: 485nm CAS range/loiter: 45-60min Internal fuel: 14,000lbs Ordnance Loadout- 18,000lbs across 11 weapons stations Internal carriage 2 x 1000lb class + 2 x AIM-120 AMRAAM Empty weight: 32,334 lbs Max gross 61,500 Cruise speed w attack payload: .94M Top speed 1.6M Very low observable, 360 sensors, STOVL

Map Features: Red Brown

Combined on red light readable maps to identify cultural features, all relief features, non-surveyed spot elevations, and elevations like contour lines

MEB CE Organization

Command Section G1 personnel and admin G2 intel and CI G3 ops and training G4 logistics G5 plans G6 comms and IS Surgeon Chaplain Comptroller Communication security management office Special Ops training group SJA branch PAO branch

MAGTF CE Mission

Command and control, direct, plan, and coordinate the air, ground, logistics, intelligence, and comms and info system (CIS) operations of assigned forces

MEU CE Organization

Command section Chaplain section S1, S2, S3, S4, S6 Headquarters commandant Public affairs section

MEF CE Organization

Command section G1 (personnel/admin) G2 (intel and CI) G3 (ops and training) G4 (logistics) G5 (plans) G6 (comms and information systems) Surgeon Chaplain Comptroller Communication Security Management Office Special Ops Training Group SJA Branch PAO Branch

MAGTF Elements

Command, ground combat, air combat, logistics combat Can have attached forces from other services and nations Always expandable (rather than replacing MAGTF with larger force) Tailorable to its mission

MEF HQ Group: Concept of Employment

Commander MHG has ADCON of MHG subordinate units During ops, MHG or detachments OPCON to MAGTF, and commander has control of detachment through their staff section: Intel and recon G2 CIS G6 Marine liaison G3

MAGTF Commander

Commander responsible for everything in unit Cannot delegate his responsibility, though he can delegate authority Has authority to perform functions of command over assigned forces (organizing, employing, assigning tasks, designating objectives, giving direction)

Rights of EPWs: Religious Faith

Complete latitude in exercise of religious duties Includes attending services as long as they comply with disciplinary routine prescribed Must provide premises for services

1958

Completed reorganizing of Fleet Marine Force Created units equipped to conduct landing in atomic or nonatomic war Ability for fleet to go where needed, stay there, and project power ashore Used near Beirut to support Lebanese army - stabilized and withdrew after several months

Humanitarian and Civic Assistance

Component of Nation Assistance Program Usually long term proactive program coordinated by regional unified commands, conducted by deployed units Includes medical, dental, veterinary care; local infrastructure construction and repair

Tactical Logistical Group (TACLOG)

Composed of reps from MAGTF G31S3 and G/S-4 Advises Navy control organization of ship-to-shore movement requirements to meet tactical needs ashore

CONPLAN

Concept plan Operation plan in abbreviated format, may need considerable expansion or alteration to make OPLAN or OPORD Includes base plan with annexes and commanders estimate of feasibility May have TPFDD

ORM: Hazard

Condition with potential to cause personal injury or death, property damage, or mission degradation

Measure Bravo 13

Conduct random patrols to check vehicles, people, and buildings

Measure Normal 2

Conduct random security spot checks of vehicles and persons entering facilities under jurisdiction of US

Assault Support: Air Logistical Support

Conducted by fixed-wing to provide assault support of ground MAGTF forces much like helicopters Delivers troops, equipment, and supplies to areas beyond helicopter range and lift capability or when surface transport is slow or unavailable

Aviation Combat Element

Conducts air operations, projects combat power via 6 functions of Marine aviation Aviation HQ w air control, aircraft squadrons, and logistic units Varies in size Can operate from ships or austere locations, rapidly transitions between these

Measure Charlie 14

Consider escorting children to and from DoD schools This may include buses, having parents escort kids, etc

Measure Charlie 11

Consider searching suitcases, briefcases, packages, etc brought onto installation and leaving

Class IV Supply

Construction supplies

Lensatic Compass: Base

Contains: 1. Floating dial, mounted on pivot so it can rotate freely when compass held level. Printed in luminous figures on dial: arrow, letters E and W. Arrow points magnetic north, letters fall at 90 and 270deg. Two scales: outer uses mils, inner (usually red) degrees 2. Encasing dial is a glass containing fixed black line 3. Bezel ring- ratchet device, clicks when turned. Contains 120 clicks/rotation (each 3deg). Short luminous line used in conjunction with N facing arrow is contained in glass face 4. Thumb loop

1775

Continental Congress authorized formation of 2 battalions of Marines under Capt Samuel Nicholas, first Commandant of USMC

Measure Alpha 1

Continue/introduce all measures in FPCON normal

Measure Delta 5

Control facility access and implement positive ID of all personnel, no exceptions

Integrated Planning

Coordinates action toward a common purpose by all elements of force Facilitated by assignment of personnel with appropriate knowledge level of their area to the OPT The key is to involve the right people from the right organizations Always important that planning is not a simple sequence of steps- any one step is multiple phases and can feed back to a previous one

Land

Cross arms, extend downward in front of body

Map Features: Black

Cultural (manmade) features like buildings, roads, surveyed spot elevations, and all labels

Map Features: Red

Cultural (manmade) features: populated areas, main roads, and boundaries On older maps

Operational Risk Management (ORM): Concept

Decision making tool to increase operational effectiveness by anticipating hazards and reducing potential for loss, increasing likelihood of success Increases ability to make informed decision by providing best baseline of knowledge and experience Minimizes risk to acceptable levels Amount of risk willing to take depends on the situation (war>peace) but process is the same Reduces mishaps/costs, allows for efficient use of resources

Antiterrorism

Defensive measures to reduce vulnerability of people and property to terrorist acts Includes limited response and containment by military and civilian forces Falls under Force Protection and Combating Terrorism programs Collective effort to reduce likelihood that DoD affiliated personnel, families, facilities, material will be subject to terrorist attack, and prepare to respond if they do

TPFDD Maintenance

Deliberate planning process that requires a supported commander to incorporate changes to a TPFDD that occur after it becomes effective for execution

SALUTE: Unit

Describe patches, clothing, distinctive signs or symbols Describe any ID numbers on vehicles

G9 Integration: G1

Develops soldier cultural awareness briefs IDs sources of civilian and contract labor

Hearing protection

Devices must be worn when you enter or work in an area with: 1. >84dBA sound level (8hr TWA) 2. 140dB peak sound pressure level 3. If >104 dBA, need double protection (insert and circumferential)

Snake Venom

Different venoms have different effects Pit vipers hemotoxic Cobras, adders, coral snakes neurotoxic Water moccasins/sea snakes are both

Saddle

Dip or low point between two areas of higher ground Not necessarily between two hilltops- could be a dip or break in a level ridge crest If you are in a saddle, there is higher ground in two opposite directions, and lower ground in the other two directions On a map, looks like an hourglass

AAW: Active Air Defense

Direct defensive action taken to destroy attacking enemy aircraft or missiles, or to nullify/reduce effectiveness of the attack Includes use of aircraft, air defense, supporting weapons, and electronic warfare

VHF: Multipath Interference

Direct ray and reflected ray (slightly longer path) combine at receiver antenna, so can periodically cancel or reinforce each other Signal fades in and out over time Not as great a problem with immobile equipment- can fix, but can be a big issue with 1 or both units mobile

Administrative Control

Direction or exercise of authority over subordinate or other orgs in respect to administration and support Includes organization of Service forces, control of resources and equipment, personnel management, logistics, training, readiness, mobilization, demobilization, discipline, and other matters not included in the operational missions of the subordinate or other organizations Same USMC and Joint definition

Magnetic North

Direction to north magnetic pole, indicated by needle of compass Usually symbolized by a line with half an arrowhead Magnetic readings obtained by magnetic instruments

Danger Areas

Draw R hand, palm down, across neck in throat-cutting motion from L to R

CH-53D

Dual piloted, twin-engine, single rotor assault support helicopter used by HMH Transport of supplies and equipment Cabin w cargo winches, roller conveyors, tiedown fittings External cargo hook for outsized cargo Can transport up to 55 personnel, normal configuration for 30 combat equipped troops 24 litters for medevac

1847

During mexican war, Marines occupy 'halls of montezuma' at battle of chapultepec in Mexico City USMC among first US troops to enter capital, and royal palace fell

Measure Alpha 3

Duty officer or those with access to building plans and evac plans must be available at all times Plans in place to execute access control procedures Key personnel for implementing security plans should be on call and readily available

Private

E1, no chevron

Private First Class

E2, one chevron

Lance Corporal

E3, one chevron with crossed rifles

Corporal

E4, two chevrons with crossed rifles

Sergeant

E5, 3 chevrons with crossed rifles

Staff Sergeant

E6, 3 chevrons, 1 rocker, crossed rifles

Gunnery Sergeant

E7, 3 chevrons, 2 rockers, crossed rifles

Master Sergeant

E8, 3 chevrons, 3 rockers, crossed rifles

First Sergeant

E8, 3 chevrons, 3 rockers, diamond

MEF HQ Group: Organization

Each MEF has one MHG, internal organization varies Each includes intel bn, comm bn, and force recon company and ANGLICO

Class C FIre

Electrical fire, usually extinguished by de-energizing equipment CO2 preferred extinguishing agent

CH-53K Specs

Empty weight: 43,750 Max weight on wheels: 74,500 Internal load: 30 troops OR 24 litter pts External load: Hook rated to 36,000 Max gross wt w external: 88,000 Flight controls: fly by wire External hook: triple hook system (independently lift and release 3 separate loads) Endurance: indefinite, 4h unrefueled Max speed: 170knots Armament: 3 GAU-21 .50cal machine guns ASE: Directional IR countermeasures (DIRCM) Network systems: link-16, VMF, SATCOM

Operational Maneuver From the Sea

Enables the force to: 1. Shatter adversary's cohesion 2. pose menacing dilemmas 3. apply disruptive firepower 4. establish superior tempo 5. focus efforts to maximize effect 6. exploit opportunity 7. strike unexpectedly

Direct Support: Example

Engineer company gets DS mission to infantry regiment and is required to: 1. Report directly to commander of supported unit, provide liaison personnel as needed 2. Respond to their priority of work and effort tasks within their zone of action or sector of defense 3. Establish direct comms between units 4. Answer requests for engineering support in priority from the unit, own engineer platoons, or higher engineering HQ

Military Code of Conduct

Every military member must memorize Established by Eisenhower 17AUG1955 because of prejudicial and inconsistent actions taken by US service members in Korea Simple, written creed, applies to all US military Modified in 1977 by Carter, 1988 by Reagan (made gender neutral)

Choosing a FPCON

Examine threat, physical security, consequences of attack, mission vulnerabilities Think of threat credibility, duration, operational environment, asset criticality, mission impact FPCONs are not without adverse consequences Alpha and Bravo can be continued for extended periods FPCONs supplemented by Random Antiterrorism Measures (RAMs)

Fire Slower

Execute commence fire signal slowly For machine guns, this means change to next slower rate of fire

Fire Faster

Execute commence firing signal rapidly For machine guns, this means change to next higher rate of fire

Grid Reference Box: Right

Explains how to use grid, keyed on sample 1000m square of L side

ORM: Risk

Expression of possible loss in terms of severity and probability

Range

Extend arm fully toward leader or men for whom signal is intended with fist closed Open fist with 1 finger for each 100m of range

Decrease Speed

Extend arm horizontally sideward, palm to front Wave arm downward several times, keeping straight Do not move arm above horizontal

Commence Firing

Extend arm in front of body, hip high, palm down Move through wide horizontal arc several times

Attention

Extend arm sideways, slightly above horizontal, palm to the front Wave toward and over head several times

Are you ready/I am ready

Extend arm toward leader for whom signal is intended, hand raised, fingers extended and joined Then raise arm slightly above horizontal, palm facing out

Leaders, Join Me

Extend arm toward leaders, beckon with finger

V

Extend arms at angle of 45 degrees above horizontal, forming letter V

Move downward

Extend arms horizontally sideways beckoning down, palms turned down Speed indicates rate of descent

Platoon

Extend both arms forward, palms down toward leaders (or units) for whom signal is intended Describe large vertical circles with hands

(R/L) Flank

Extend both arms in direction of desired movement

Squad

Extend hand and arm toward squad leader, palm down Distinctly move hand up and down several times from wrist Hold arm steady

Hover

Extend horizontally sideways, palms down

Echelon (R/L)

Extend one arm 45deg below horizontal, palms to front Lower arm indicates direction of echelon Can do this facing toward or away: if facing unit, note L arm would be used for right movement

Field Sanitation: Deep Pit

Extended bivouac Enough for 6% of soldiers. Add urinals to protect seats in male latrines

Forward Advance

Face and move in desired direction of march At same time extend arm horizontally to rear Swing arm overhead and forward in direction of movement until it is horizontal, palm down

I don't understand

Face source of signal Raise both arms sideward to horizontal at hip level Bend both arms at elbow, palms up Shrug

Disregard

Face unit or individual being signaled Raise both arms and cross them over head, palms to front

Assault Support: Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel (TRAP)

Facilitates recovery of personnel and equipment while preventing additional loss Implied task associated with all MAGTF ops Specially briefed aircrews perform TRAP when tactical situation prevents traditional search and reserve techniques Usually only when survivors and locations are confirmed

PPE Examples: Clothing

Fireproof coveralls, disposible coveralls, impervious chemical spill coveralls, welding leathers, chemical aprons Safety zone inspections, surveys, or work practices can specify as required Synthetic clothing (eg certified navy twill) worn only when immediately departing or returning to ship, or specifically authorized by CO (ceremonies, etc)

Pvt Lucille McClarren

First enlisted woman 1943 (OM Johnson was in reserves in 1918)

Capt Annie Lentz

First female commissioned officer 1943

Amphibious Op Phases: Rehearsal

Forces rehearse prospective operation, may be an actual landing or a command post exercise 1. Tests adequacy of plans, timing, and readiness 2. Ensures everyone is familiar with plan 3. Provides opportunity to reconfigure if needed 4. Verifies comms

KC-130

Four engine, turboprop, aerial refueler and assault transport aircraft VMGR Self deployable and multimission Can aerial refuel craft equipped w refueling probes Ground refuels helicopters and AV-8s at austere sites Can aerial delivery troops/cargo, operate DASC(A) Can carry: 92 troops, 64 paratroops, 74 litters, or 35,000lbs cargo

VHF: Propagation

Frequency modulation mode VHF extends slightly beyond line of sight due to diffraction/bending of signal by atmosphere Frequencies in 30MHz range, will act like HF ground wave Range of reliable comms no more than 15-20k (9-12m) under normal field conditions, but vehicle mounted may go farther

Uncommon Valor was a Common Virtue

From Iwo Jima, the largest all-Marine battles in history Admiral Nimitz used this phrase to apply the USMC fighting ability there to the contribution across the war

LHA Amphibious Assault Ship (General Purpose): General

Full length flight deck, landing craft docking well, large storage areas for vehicles and cargo, and troop berthing for reinforced battalion Integrated Tactical Amphibious Warfare Data System (ITAWDS) for support and control Flag spaces to support staff of embarked Navy organization (amphibious squadron or group) and Marine landing force staff (MEU/MEB/MEF) Designed as optimum environment for entire staff before, during, and after amphib op

FUNCPLAN

Functional plan Plans involving conduct of military ops in peacetime or permissive environment to address requirements like disaster relief, nation assistance, comms, surveillance, nuclear weapon recovery, citizen protection, evac. Can sometimes be developed as part of Joint Strategic Capabilities Plan Review by Chairman of Joint Chiefs usually not necessary

Unified Combatant Commands: Functional

Functional: 1. Special Ops - USSOCOM 2. Strategic - USSTRATCOM 3. Transportation - USSTRATCOM 4. Reserve Affairs and Worldwide Support - Reserve and National Guard

Ship to Objective Maneuver Components

Future concept, will have big impact on amphib ops No current doctrine, but being developed by MCCDC Consists of Expeditionary Maneuver Warfare (EMW) and OMFTS

MWR Officer

G1 Duties of special staff officer for special services matters

Postal Officer

G1 General duties of special staff officer for postal matters

Career Planning Officer

G1 Performs general duties of special staff officer w respect to career planning

Disbursing Officer

G1 Safekeeping of all public money collected or otherwise placed in custody Falls under comptroller if authorized, G1 if not

Personnel officer

G1 Special staff officer for personnel administration

Adjutant

G1 on general staff, responsible for office management On executive, usually the S-1 officer and has cognizance over personnel and office management

Current Operations Officer

G3 Coordinates current battle, ensures adherence to commanders intent

Aviation Safety Officer

G3 General duties w respect to aviation safety

Psychological Operations Officer

G3 PSYOPs Special staff officer with respect to PSYOP

Information Operations Officer

G3, IO Officer Coordinates IO Can find on MEF, division, and wing staffs

Food Service Officer

G4 All food service functions

Supply Officer

G4 All general supply activities

Ground Safety Officer

G4 All ground safety matters

Landing Support Officer

G4 All landing support matters

Motor T Officer

G4 All motor transport matters Advises CO on employment of motor T assets

Ordnance Officer

G4 All ordnance matters

Dental Officer

G4 Dental matters and coordinating dental activities

Embarkation Officer

G4 Loading and unloading of personnel, equipment, and supplies in movement by air, ship, and railroad

Medical Officer

G4 Medical matters and coordinating medical service support Most units have MO

Aviation Supply Officer

G4 Aviation All aviation supply matters

Aircraft Maintenance Officer

G4 Aviation Senior maintenance manager of command Support and maintenance of aircraft and assisted ground support equipment

MARDIV: Concept of Employment

GCE of the MEF Can provide task-organized forces for smaller MAGTFs

Principle Staff

General staff (if GO), executive staff if not Responsible to CO, coordinated by C/S or XO Responsible for broad functional area Intended to facilitate coordination Special staff under their area are assigned to their section, this does not preclude access to CO In major command, general staff officers are AC/S

Sea Port of Debarkation

Geographic point at which cargo and personnel are discharged Can be seaport or aerial port May or may not coincide with destination

Sea Port of Embarkation (SPOE)

Geographic point in routing scheme from which cargo or personnel depart Can be a seaport or aerial port from which personnel and cargo flow to point of debarkation It may or may not coincide with origin for unit/nonunit requirements

Rights of EPWs: Sanitary protective housing and clothing

Give POWs same care as forces billeted in same area Same amount of space, bedding, blankets Provide same heat and AC, protect against fire Separate space for men and women Clothing, underwear, footwear must be supplied Make uniforms available (of detaining force) Give appropriate working clothes when working

Problem Framing: Design

Goal is to achieve understanding through critical thinking and dialogue

Problem Framing

Goal is to gain enhanced understanding of environment and nature of problem, allowing CO to visualize op and describe conceptual approach: what, when, where, why Can begin when mission is received or sooner based on warnings and indications Vital, because no later planning can solve a problem you don't understand

Ship to Objective Maneuver

Goes ashore at multiple points to concentrate at the objective with the right strength at the right time Goes beyond ship-to-shore, which secures a beachhead Designed to create multiple dilemmas to reduce cohesiveness of the enemy Will require much coordination between USN and USMC planners prior to going live

Arms Carry

Good for short distance (50m) and for placing on litter Pt carried in front like a baby or a bride

HCA Law

Governed by Title 10 section 401. 1. Must be carried out in conjunction with host nation military or civilian personnel 2. Shall complement, may not duplicate, any other form of social economic assistance provided by US 3. May not be provided directly or indirectly to any person or group engaged in military/paramilitary activity 4. May not be provided unless dept of state approves

HF Modes of Propagation

Ground wave Sky Wave

Smoke Grenades

Ground-ground or ground-air signaling, target or landing zone marking, or screening for unit movements M18 Colored smoke hand grenade AN-M83 HC White smoke hand grenade

CH-53E

Growth Variant of 53D Dual piloted, single rotor, 3 engines Free world's largest helicopter Can transport 16 tons over 50 nautical miles Can lift 93% of division's equipment Double lift of 53D with 10% more deck space Mission features: Utility hoist, dual hook external capacity, external auxiliary fuel tanks, inflight refueling, machine gun armament

MARDIV HQ Battalion Makeup

H&S Company Division HQ (with H&S Co) Recon company Special security communications team comms company military police company division band truck company

M1097/1097A1

Higher payload cargo/troop carrier HMMWV Basic armor, transport troops/equipment like 998/1038 but with higher payload Cargo: 4,575lb payload including crew Troop: 2 man crew, 8 passengers Troop seat kit, 200 amp umbilical power cable for shelter equipment, stowage racks for ammo/equipment Reinforced frame, crossmembers, lifting shackles, heavy duty rear spring, shock absorbers, reinforced control arms, heavy duty tires/rims, and transfer case and differential with modified gear ratio A1 has latest mods and recovery winch

M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS)

Highly mobile artillery rocket system Offers MLRS firepower on wheeled vehicle- ideal system for medium weight brigades Launcher (Vehicle) is lighter (15 tons) than the Army version (27)

LCU: General

Highly versatile: salvage, ferry boats, underwater tests Self-sustaining, durable, deck loads 800lb/sqft Built in redundancy in case of battle damage Two engine rooms separated by watertight bulkhead so limited ops can continue if one is damaged Anchor system on starboard side to help with retracting from beach

Enemy In Sight

Hold rifle horizontally, stock on shoulder, muzzle pointing in direction of enemy Aim on enemy target and be ready to engage if presence is detected

Warrant Officer

2 red, 1 gold (red-gold-red)

1913

Aviation unit established, Maj Alfred Cunningham first pilot

Women Marines: 1949

First black female marines enlisted

John A Lejeune

MGen, 13th commandant (1920-29) First USMC officer to command an army division in combat (in France during WWI in 1918)

Measure Alpha 4

Increase security spot checks of vehicles and persons entering installations under jurisdictions of US

Marine Corps Planning Process (MCPP): Steps

1. Problem Framing 2. Course of Action Development 3. Course of Action Wargaming 4. Course of Action Comparison and Decision 5. Orders Development 6. Transition

Coalition Operations

An ad hoc arrangement between two or more nations for common action

Rights of EPWs: Camp Regulations

All camp regulations and notices must be in proper language and available on request Posted and distributed in same manner as Geneva Convention

Field Sanitation: Individual Waste Collection Bags

Highly mobile, short bivouac, extended bivouac Dispose of with regular waste

Measure Bravo 14

Additional security measures for high risk personnel as needed

Staff Secretary

Administrative assistant to C/S Not a member of general or special staff, but requires close relationships with them

J/G/S-6

All CIS (comms and information system) Every unit has CIS officer

service CoC

Begins with president, then secdef, then secnav, and CMC

Esprit de Corps

Devotion and loyalty to USMC Deep regard for history, tradition, honor Epitome of pride in a unit

Measure Bravo 11

Inform local security committees of actions being taken

Measure Charlie 10

Consult local authorities about closing public and military roads and facilities and coordinate other precautionary measures to reduce vulnerability

Measure Alpha 9

Consult local authorities on threat and mutual antiterrorism measures as needed

Measure Bravo 15

Place personnel required for implementing AT plans on call and exercise discretion approving absences

Fireteam

R arm placed diagonally across chest

G2 Operations officer

Responsible for Intelligence support to current and future ops

Dismount, Take Cover

Extend arm sideward at 45deg angle above horizontal, palm down Lower arm to side Can use both arms if needed Repeat until understood

Move Upward

Extend arms horizontally sideways beckoning upwards, palms turned up Speed of movement indicates rate of ascent

Dental Battalion: Tasks

1. Comprehensive dental health program 2. Coordinate dental health care support requirements 3. Provide dental detachments to support MAGTFs smaller than a MEF 4. Supervise implementation of dental health care delivery programs for MEF

TPFDD Phases

1. Concept 2. Plan Development a. forces b. logistics c. transportation 3. Review Can be done sequentially or at the same time Time phased force deployment data

Wedge

Extend both arms down and to the side at 45deg angle below horizontal, palms to front

Field Sanitation: Chemical Toilets

Highly mobile, short bivouac, extended bivouac Preferred field device. Add urinals to protect seats in latrines

SMEAC: Execution

1. Concept of Operations: squad leader's brief summary of tactical plan 2. Subordinate Tasks: In each paragraph, missions assigned to each fire team and any attached units 3. Coordinating instructions

MAGTF: Logistics Combat Element

All functions of tactical logistics Variable in size Operates from sea bases or from expeditionary bases ashore Often main MAGTF effort during foreign humanitarian missions or certain phases of maritime prepositioning

Measure Charlie 7

Increase standoff from sensitive buildings based on threat Implement barrier plan to hinder vehicle born attack

MMCC Roles and Responsibilities

1. Serve as MAGTF transportation capacity manager (TCM) 2. Assist in development and manage execution of STO 3. Coordinate air movement distribution requirements w MDDOC 4. Coordinate w MAGTF Inventory Capacity Manager to locate inventory points and facilitate distribution

FPCON Alpha

Increased general threat of possible terrorist activity Nature and extent unpredictable Must be capable of being maintained indefinitely

Clearing SINCGARS Frequencies

1. Set MODE to SC 2. Set CHAN to MAN, CUE, or desired channel 3. Press FREQ 4. Press CLR 5. Press LOAD, then STO 6. Set FCTN to SQ ON

Military Operations On Urban Terrain

All military actions planned and conducted on topographical complex and its adjacent terrain where manmade construction is the dominant features Mainly concerns combat in cities

Camouflage Principles

1. Study terrain and vegetation of the area 2. Pick out, use camouflage material that best blends 3. Change camouflage when moving from one area to another as needed 4. Remove all jewelry or other shiny objects 5. Dull all shiny areas that cannot be removed

Functional Areas of Tactical Logistics

1. Supply 2. Maintenance 3. Transportation 4. General Engineering 5. Health Services 6. Services (Command and CSS)

MEU CE Tasks: Direct Action Ops

1. In extremis hostage recovery 2. Seizure/recovery of offshore energy facilities 3. Visit, board, search, and seizure ops 4. Specialized demolition 5. TRAP 6. Seizure/recovery of selected personnel or material 7. Counter proliferation of WMDs 8. Maritime interdiction operation

Arrival and Assembly: Steps

1. Initial prep of AAA 2. Coordinated arrival and offload of MPE/s from MPSRON in port, across a beach, or combo of both 3. Reception of FIE 4. Movement and distribution of MPE/S 5. Security 6. Preparing MAGTF for employment mission

6 Functions of Tactical Logistics

1. Supply 2. Maintenance 3. Transportation 4. Health Services 5. General Engineering 6. Other (legal, exchange, food, disbursing, postal, billeting, religious, mortuary, morale/recreation)

TBI: IED Checklist

1. Injury- physical damage to body/body part (Y/N) 2. Evaluation- referral if involved in mandatory event or yes to: headaches, ears ringing, amnesia/ALC/LOC, Double vision, Dizziness, Something feels wrong (HEADS) 3. Distance/Proximity: within 50m? record distance Any 'yes' is referred

Camouflage Helmet

1. Insert foliage or cloth strips into slits in cover 2. Pull out back of cover so it hangs loose 3. Hang foliage or cloth strips over rim of helmet to break up shadow underneath

FILBE: USMC Pack

External composite frame Designed to better integrate with body armor systems Consists of main pack, assault pack, hydration carrier, and 5 sustainment pouches of differing size

Maintain Camouflage to Fit Environment

1. Inspect position from enemy's side when camouflage is complete (from about 35m forward of position) 2. Check camouflage periodically to see that it stays natural looking, conceals position 3. Change and improve camouflage when it becomes ineffective

Subfunctions of Tactical Logistics: Maintenance

1. Inspection and classification 2. Service, adjustment, and tuning 3. Testing and calibration 4. Repair 5. Modification 6. Rebuilding and overhaul 7. Reclamation 8. Recovery and evacuation

M1025/1025A1/1026/1026A1

Armament carrier HMMWV Basic armor Weapons mount on roof can mount M60 7.62mm, M2 .50 cal, or MK19 grenade launcher Weapons platform can traverse 360 degrees 1026 has recovery winch, A1 with latest mods

Battle of Guadalcanal

07AUG1942 1stMarDiv lands on beaches of Guadalcanal in Solomon Islands, launches first US land offensive of WWII First combat test of new amphibious doctrine Crucial turning point of war in Pacific-base to launch further invasions of Japanese held islands Amphibious landings followed on remaining Solomon Islands (New Georgia, Choiseul, Bougainville)

Chief Warrant Officer 5

1 red and silver (thin vertical red surrounded by silver border)

Standing MEU CEs

1. 11, 13, 15- under MARFORPAC, rotationally deploy with I MEF elements 2. 22, 24, 26- MARFORCOM, rotationally deploy w II MEF elements 3. 31- under MARFORPAC, permanently deployed in Pacific, cruises periodically w elements from III MEF

Obligations of POWs

1. 4 items of info you must provide captors (name, rank, service number, DOB) 2. Lawful obedience to rules and regulations 3. Perform paid labor as required 4. Military discipline, courtesy, and rendering of honors

SMEAC: Execution: Coordination Instructions

1. Actions at Objective 2. Routes to and from objective 3. Formations and order for movement 4. Time of attack 5. Fire support plan (naval gunfire, artillery, mortars, air support 6. Locations of Tactical Control Measures

M1043/1043A1/1044/1044A1

Armament carrier HMMWVs Supplemental armor Weapons mount for M60 7.62mm, M2 .50cal, or MK19 grenade launcher; can rotate 360 degrees 1044 has recovery winch A1 models with latest modifications

Kevlar Assembly

1. Adjust headband- put on head like hat (leather against head, Velcro back), adjust until snug, remove 2. Insert headband into helmet- extend tabs around suspension strap, fasten using Velcro. Put helmet on. If too high/low, adjust drawstring tab 3. Mount camouflage cover- put cover on w correct side out, pull front over rim then pull over back and sides. Thread chin strap through slits. Extend tabs down around suspension system, fasten with velcro. Place elastic band over helmet and cover

M9 Lanyard Instructions

1. Adjust slip rings so positioned flush with base (clip end) 2. Place R arm through loop, loop over head, resting on L shoulder 3. Attach metal clip to lanyard loop on pistol 4. Place pistol in holster 5. Use L hand to hold bottom slip ring against base of lanyard. Use R hand to slide top slip ring up to position loop of lanyard under arm. Should fit snugly against body but not restrict movement 6. Tuck excess cord behind holster 7. Ensure appropriate adjustment- remove pistol from holster, fully extend R arm (lanyard should be taut) Readjust if you make equipment changes (flak, etc)

G-1: Special Staff

1. Adjutant 2. Career planning officer 3. Disbursing officer 4. Postal officer 5. Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Officer 6. Personnel Officer

Comptroller: Responsibilities

1. Advise CG and staff on financial matters 2. Submits budgets 3. Translates objectives into financial goals 4. Measures financial progress 5. Exercises cognizance of disbursing 6. Formulates budget, develops financial plans 7. Coordinates activities of external audit agencies 8. Internal management control program 9. Savings bond program 10. Provides a rep for G-5 plans cell 11. Commercial Ticket Program, Port Handling/Inland Transport Program

Surgeon Responsibilities

1. Advise CG and staff, represent on all medical issues 2. Advise on the medical effects of environment and weapons 3. Supervise medical activities throughout MEF via subordinate command (EHO, first aid, sanitation, prev med) 4. Monitor professional health services, including on POWs 5. Act as agent for CG when credentialing MOs 6. Evaluate med evac, regulating, and treatment 7. Coordinate activities of med planner 8. Ensure accurate medical intelligence 9. Prepare reports on records of sick, injured, wounded 10. Serve on medical coordinating committee 11. Direct others in medical section

Six Functions and Subfunctions of Marine Aviation

1. Air Recon- visual recon, multisensor imagery recon, electronic recon 2. Command of aircraft and missiles- air direction, air control (airspace management and control) 3. Electronic Warfare- Electronic attack, protection, and warfare support 4. Assault Support- Combat assault transport, air delivery, aerial refueling, air evac, tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel, air logistics support, battlefield illumination 5. Antiair warfare- offensive AAW, air defense (passive and active) 6. Offensive air support- close and deep (air interdiction, armed recon)

G-3 Special Staff

1. Air officer 2. Target intelligence officer 3. Civil affairs officer 4. Future operations officer 5. Current operations officer 6. Information Operations officer 7. MEF Fires officer/fire support coordinator 8. Naval Gunfire officer 9. NBC Defense officer 10. Psychological ops officer 11. Visual information officer 12. Air control/antiair warfare officer 13. Assault amphibian officer 14. Artillery officer 15. Aviation safety officer

VMAQ: Tasks

1. Airborne EA and EW support ops 2. EA in support of training 3. Process and provide mission data from tape recordings obtained on EW missions 4. Maintain capability of operating from carriers, advance bases, and expeditionary airfields 5. Maintain capability to deploy or do long range ops requiring aerial refueling 6. Organizational maintenance on assigned aircraft

HMLA: Utility Helicopter Tasks

1. Airborne command and control platform for CEs 2. Armed escort for assault support ops 3. Combat assault transport of troops, supply, equipment 4. Airborne control/coordination for assault support ops 5. Augment local SAR assits, provide med evac 6. Combat assault and assault support for evac and other maritime special ops 7. Control, coordinate, provide guidance for supporting arms (CAS, artillery, mortars, naval gunfire) 8. Fire support and security for forward and rear area forces 9. Self-defense capability from surface/air-to-air threat 10. Operate from amphib shipping, floating base, austere environment 11. Operate at night, all weather, instrument conditions at extended range 12. Maintenance

G4 Special Staff: Aviation Specific

1. Aircraft maintenance officer 2. Aviation ordnance officer 3. Aviation supply officer 4. avionics officer

Shore Party Functions

1. Allocate shore party team personnel and equipment 2. Extablish shore party group comms, consolidate shore party team comms 3. Provides liaison personnel to support unit HQ 4. Coordinate defensive measures 5. Coordinate with BPG commander 6. Submit reports and records

MEU CE Tasks: Amphibious Ops

1. Amphibious assault 2. Amphibious raid and demonstration 3. Amphibious withdrawal

G6 Responsibilities

1. Analyze COA, estimate CIS supportability 2. Visibility of CIS systems 3. ID CIS requirements and coordinate with G3 4. CIS plans, orders, and SOPs with G3 5. Recommend/supervise employment of CIS elements 6. Recommend intel requirements to G2 7. Advises staff on tech and ops aspects of CIS 8. Plan and supervise CIS training 9. Coordinate w G3 for continuous CIS support 10. Plan installation, op, and maintenance of networks 11. Manage radio freq assignments 12. Provide LAN/WAN management, inc IP addresses 13. Complies with standards and comms protocols 14. Coordinates with G4 for supply and maintenance 15. Implements CIS security procedures 16. Establishes CIS liaison with other units 17. Prepare OPLAN (inc Annex K)

6 Functions of Marine Aviation

1. Antiair warfare 2. Assault support 3. Electronic warfare 4. Offensive air support 5. Air recon 6. Control of aircraft and missiles

Mandatory TBI Workup

1. Anyone in vehicle associated w blast event, collision, or rollover 2. Anyone within 50m of blast (inside or outside) 3. A direct blow to head or witnessed LOC 4. Command directed (esp multiple blast events) This is a command workup, using IED framework

Latrine Setup/Maintenance

1. As soon as you move into new area, detail team to set up chemical toilets or dig latrines 2. Detail service members to clean latrines daily 3. Instruct FST to spray latrines with insecticide as needed (not pit contents) 4. Always provide handwashing facilities at food service facilities and latrines. Make handwashing mandatory at latrines 5. Cover, transport, burn, or bury waste daily

SJA Responsibilities

1. Assists in administration of military justice 2. Preps all court-martial orders 3. Reviews, recommends action on investigations and claims 4. Provides legal advice to military personnel 5. Advises staff on other legal matters: a. Law of war, ROE b. civil-military relations c. civil affairs, civic action d. civil and administrative law e. international law f. claims, litigation, reports g. local law in AO h. negotiation of contracts with indigenous orgs i. contract, labor, environmental law

Service Rifle: Components

1. Bore/chamber chrome plated to reduce wear and fouling 2. Rail system protects gas tube 3. Aluminum receiver reduces weight 4. Trigger guard has spring loaded retaining pin that allows trigger guard to be rotated out of the way if wearing cold weather gloves 5. Ejection port cover stops dirt/sand (should be closed if not being fired, automatically opened by action of bolt carrier) 6. Muzzle compensator is flash suppressor, reduces muzzle climb

VMA: Tasks

1. CAS 2. Armed recon, air interdiction, strikes 3. Air defense ops 4. Capability to operate in darkness and under instrument condition 5. Capability to deploy or extended ops via air refueling 6. Capability to operate from carriers, other sea platforms, expeditionary airfields, remote tactical landing sites 7. Armed escort missions in support of helicopter ops 8. Maintenance

MEU Components

1. CE 2. GCE: infantry battalion landing team w artillery, recon, engineer, tanks, LAR, assault amphib 3. ACE: combat assault transport helicopter/tilt-rotor squadron, utility and attack helicopters, vertical/short takeoff and landing fixed wing, electronic warfare aircraft, unmanned aircraft, shore based air refuelers and transport air, and more 4. LCE: engineering, supply, services, transport, landing support, medical, maintenance

MACG HQ: Tasks

1. CE of MACG/MACG detachment for MAGTF ACE 2. Plan/coordinate ops, maintenance, supply of MACCS 3. Plan/coordinate air defense for MAGTF 4. Coordinate w commands to plan for deployment and employment of MACG and its detachments as MACCS of an ACE 5. Coordinate w other services/allies for MAGTF air ops in joint/multinational ops 6. Advise ACE commander as applicable 7. Preform command and staff fxns associated with MACG mission 8. Conduct ops in nuclear, biological, and chemical (NBC) and/or EW environment 9. Capability to deploy independent units 10. Coordinate all command/control and air defense within MAW

Elements of MEF

1. CE- one MEF HQ group 2. GCE- one MARDIV 3. ACE- one MAW 4. LCE- one MLG Principal warfighting organizations of MC, and also often organize units into MAGTFs Variable size, largest 40,000, commander usually LtGen

PPE Program: Responsibilities

1. CO ensures enough PPE to meet needs, that adequate funding provided for replacements 2. Safety officer ensures use of PPE is monitored 3. DivO stocks PPE, provides as needed. Also responsible for maintenance and training 4. All hands ensure they wear PPE properly

Camouflage Individual Equipment

1. Camouflage weapon- use burlap, sandbags, or strips of cloth or tape to cover weapon and change outline 2. Camouflage web gear- change outline of all web gear on body with leaves, strips of cloth, or tape

Maintaining Helmet

1. Care for it. Do not heat water in it, hammer with it, or dig with it 2. Clean suspension, headband, chinstrap, retention band. Wash and air dry

Tactical Combat Casualty Care Phases

1. Care under fire- units under effective hostile fire, limited care 2. Tactical field care- medical personnel no longer under fire but still in field 3. Tactical Evacuation care- Casualties transported to medical facility, opportunity for additional medical personnel and equipment to further increase level of care

Hand Grenade Storage

1. Check fuse assembly for tightness- should be tightly fitted in grenade fuse to prevent grenade from working lose and separating from body. Never remove fuse 2. If safety lever broken, do not use. 3. Do not bend ends of safety pin flush against body. This is done to preclude accidental pulling, but makes removal difficult. Repeated working of pin can cause pin to break 4. Carry either on ammunition pouch (via safety straps) or in grenade pockets of vest Training on this is vital

HMH: Tasks

1. Combat assault transport of heavy weapons, equipment, supplies (primary) 2. Combat assault transport of troops (not initial wave infantry) (secondary) 3. Tactical retrieval and recovery ops for aircraft, equipment, personnel 4. Assault support for evac and maritime special ops 5. Support for mobile forward arming and refueling points (FARPs) 6. Augment local SAR, provide medical evac of casualties from field to appropriate facilities/craft 7. Airborne control/coordination for assault support 8. Self-defense capability for ground-/air-to-air threat 9. Capability to operate from amphib shipping, floating bases, austere shore bases 10. Operate at night, all weather, instrument conditions at extended range 11. Maintenance

VMM: Tasks

1. Combat assault troop transport (primary function) 2. Combat assault transport of supplies and equipment (secondary) 3. Assault support for evac ops, other maritime special ops 4. Support for mobile FARPs 5. Airborne control and coordination for assault support ops 6. Maintain self defense capability from ground- and air-to-air threats 7. Capability to operate from amphib shipping, other floating bases, and austere shore bases 8. Capability to operate at night, in all weather, and under instrument conditions at extended ranges 9. Augment local SAR assets, provide aeromedical CASEVAC from field to suitable facilities 10. Maintenance

HMM: Tasks

1. Combat assault troop transport (primary) 2. Combat assault transport of supply/equipment (secondary) 3. Assault support for evac, maritime special ops 4. Support for mobile FARPs 5. Airborne control/coordination for assault support ops 6. Self-defense capability from ground/air-to-air threat 7. Operate from amphib shipping, floating base, austere shore base 8. Operate at night, all weather, instrument conditions at extended ranges 9. Augment local SAR, provide medical evac 10. maintenance

MACS: Tasks

1. Command and staff fxns 2. Coordinate for deployment/employment of squadron and detachments 3. Deployable detachments capable of air surveillance, airspace management, and control of aircraft and SAMs for AAW 4. Deployable detachments capable of ATC services at airfields and remote landing sites 5. If reinforced with TMD, provide SAM fires against theater missile attack, prepared to engage surviving fixed wing/helicopter threats 6. Operational POC between MACCS and national/international ATC

Responsibilities of PAO

1. Conduct PA staff planning (inc Annex F) 2. Gather info for news releases, media queries 3. Assign correspondents from CPAO to exercises 4. Support subordinate commands 5. Plan and schedule interviews for CG 6. Prepare anniversary messages for CG approval 7. Political/military advisor to CG w emphasis on local issues, presents political/military overview briefing for visiting officials 8. Provides a rep to G-5 plans cell

VMFA/AW: Tasks

1. Conduct day and night CAS, all weather 2. Day and night DAS under adverse weather (armed recon, radar search and attack, air interdiction, strikes against enemy installations) 3. Multisensory imagery recon (prestrike and poststrike target damage assessment, visual recon) 4. Day/night supporting arms coordination (forward air control, tactical air coordination, artillery/naval gunfire spotting) 5. Battlespace and target illumination 6. Armed escort of friendly aircraft 7. Capability to operate from carriers, advance bases, expeditionary airfields 8. Capability to deploy or conduct extended ops via aerial refueling 9. Capability to conduct SEAD 10. Maintenance

MDDOC: Roles and Responsibilities 1

1. Coordinate/supervise MAGTF deployment distribution 2. Coordinate strategic and operational level deployment support with other agencies 3. Deconflict competing distribution priorities 4. Coordinate/maintain asset visibility requirements throughout distribution pipeline 5. Maintain visibility of MAGTF distribution resources 6. Coordinate/supervise distribution process training 7. Develop/publish surface tasking order (STO) to direct and coordinate organic, commercial, HN surface movements 8. Participate in development of air TO to coordinate use of aviation distribution assets 9. Establish highway priorities, movement control procedures

Irregular Warfare

1. Counter Terrorism 2. Foreign Internal Defense 3. Counterinsurgency Operations 4. Stability Operations

COMSEC Components

1. Cryptosecurity 2. Transmission Security 3. Emission Security 4. Physical Security

MDDOC: Roles and Responsibilities Simplified

1. Deployment distribution 2. Higher level deployment distribution 3. Deconflict priorities 4. Asset viability within distribution 5. Visibility of distribution resources 6. Distribution process training 7. Surface tasking order 8. Air tasking order 9. Highway priorities 10. Cargo routing matrix, CRIF, DAAS 11. Air clearance authority 12. Reception, staging, movement, integration 13. Movement Control Boards 14. Coordinate with material readiness officer 15. Deployment, material movement, retrograde 16. Inter/intraheater air, ground, sealift 17. Coordinate for distribution support 18. Distribution related AIT/AIS

Problem Framing: Components

1. Design 2. Commander's orientation 3. Understanding the Environment 4. Understanding the problem 5. Commander's intent

Amphibious Raid: Purposes

1. Destroy certain targets 2. Harass enemy by attacks on isolated posts 3. Capture/neutralize key personnel 4. Support forces engaged by attacking enemy rear or flank 5. Obtain info on terrain, enemy movements, weapons 6. Create a diversion 7. Evacuate individuals or material 8. Establish, support, or coordinate unconventional warfare activities

Subfunctions of Tactical Logistics: Supply

1. Determination of requirements 2. Procurement 3. Storage 4. Distribution 5. Salvage 6. Disposal

Orienting a Map: Compass: Technique 2

1. Determine declination angle 2. Use any N-S line as base and draw magnetic azimuth equal to G-M angle 3. Align straightedge along drawn line and rotate until magnetic arrow is below fixed black index line Map is oriented as long as it does not move under compass

Orienting a Map: Compass: Technique 1

1. Determine declination from diagram 2. W map horizontal, take straightedge on L side of compass, place on N-S gridline with cover to top. Black index line on compass should be parallel to N-S line 3. Rotate map and compass in direction of declination 4. Align compass with declination angle (if magnetic is to L, should equal G-M angle. If R, should equal 360-G-M angle)

Knife Fighting: Principles

1. Execute movement w knife blade within a box, shoulder width across from neck to waistline 2. Opponent has bigger chance of blocking attack if blade is brought in wide, sweeping movement 3. Close w opponent, come straight to target 4. Move w knife in straight lines 5. Point blade tip forward, toward opponent 6. Apply full body weight and power to each technique 7. Full body weight into attack in direction of movement (slash or thrust) 8. Constant forward pressure w body and blade, keep opponent off balance

VMFA: Tasks

1. Intercept and destroy enemy aircraft in all conditions 2. Maintain capability to attack and destroy surface targets 3. Escort friendly aircraft under all conditions 4. Maintain capability to deploy and operate from carriers and advanced bases 5. Conduct day and night CAS under adverse weather 6. Capability to deploy or conduct extended ops with air refueling 7. Capability to conduct suppression of enemy air defense (SEAD) ops 8. Perform maintenance

G/S-2 Responsibilities

1. Develop and answer intel related (priority) intel requirements ((P)IRs) 2. Prep appropriate intel, CI, and recon plans 3. Submit collection, production, and dissemination requirements 4. Ensure intel info is rapidly processed and analyzed 5. Evaluate intelligence support and adjust IRs 6. ID deficiencies in intel, CI, recon 7. Facilitate understanding and use of intel in support of operations

Hazardous Material Spill Response: Phases

1. Discovery and notification 2. Initiation of action 3. Evaluation 4. Containment and damage control 5. Dispersion of gases/vapors 6. Cleanup and decontamination 7. Disposal of contaminated materials 8. Certification for re-entry 9. Follow up reports

Methods of Marking LZ

1. During day, ground guide marks for lead aircraft by holding M16A2 overhead, by displaying folded VS-17 chest panel high, or other means 2. At night, Inverted Y used. Chemical light sticks can be used for light discipline. 14m between stems, 14m to base, 7m to directional

Marine Corps Emblem

1. Eagle w USMC motto in beak, globe (W hemisphere), anchor- adopted from Royal Marines, modified by BGen Jacob Zeilin in 1868 to depict USMC as American and maritime 2. Globe and anchor- worldwide service and sea tradition 3. Spread eagle represents America 4. Motto- Semper Fi, latin for Always Faithful

MWCS: Tasks

1. Effective command of subordinate detachments 2. Assist in planning/engineering of all ACE comms 3. Install/operate/maintain expeditionary comms for c/c of MEF ACE 4. Operational systems control centers to coordinate comms functions internal and external to ACE 5. Calibration/repair of all ground common test measurement diagnostic equipment (TMDE) 6. Digital backbone comms support for ACE CE, FOBs, MACCS agencies for up to 2 airfields/detachment 7. Tactical automated switching and phone for ACE CE and TACC 8. Electronic message distribution for ACE CE, primary MACCS agencies, tenant units 9. External single-channel radio and radio retransmission comms support 10. Deployed wide and local area network (WAN/LAN) server support for ACE CE, primary MACCS agencies 11. Support cryptographic site for all ground-common and MACCS assigned comms security equipment 12. Training 13. Maintenance (ground-common comms equipment)

LAAD: Tasks

1. Effective command, admin, comms, supply, and logistic support of subordinate batteries 2. Highly mobile, vehicle mounted, man-portable surface to air weapons component w ability to rapidly deploy 3. Surface-to-air weapons support for units 4. Separate deployment of subordinate batteries and platoons as needed 5. Plan and coordinate for liaison and combos with commands to ensure best use of LAAD units 6. Early warning of hostile air threats to other elements

Subfunctions of Tactical Logistics: Transportation

1. Embarkation 2. Landing Support 3. Port and terminal ops 4. Motor transport 5. Air delivery 6. Freight/passenger transportation 7. Materials handling equipment

SMEAC: Situation

1. Enemy forces- composition, disposition, location, movement, capabilities, recent activities 2. Friendly forces- statement of mission of next higher unit, location/mission of adjacent units, and commander's intent from 2 levels higher 3. Attachments and detachments- include effective time of attachment or detachments of units de/attached to your unit

Subfunctions of Tactical Logistics: General Engineering

1. Engineer reconnaissance 2. Horizontal/vertical construction 3. Facilities maintenance 4. Demolition and obstacle removal 5. Explosive ordnance disposal 6. Bridging

Engineer Support Battalion: Tasks

1. Engineering recon 2. Construct/improve/maintain airfields 3. Construct/improve/maintain encampments, LCEA, etc 4. Mobility enhancement operations (lines of comm, supply routes) 5. Bulk III/III(A) fuel support (receipt, storage, dispense) 6. Utilities support (mobile electric power) 7. Water purification/storage/dispensing 8. Survivability enhancements, inc structures 9. Install or supervise bridging 10. Bath and laundry services 11. EOD support 12.Field-expedient deception devices 13. Counter mobility (explosive and non) 14. Mobility operations through obstacles 15. Specialized demolition ops

POG Functions

1. Establish overflow areas for MPE/S 2. Provide surge vehicle operators 3. Establish comms with LFSP and ship's debarkation officer 4. Liaise with HN port authorities for ops and MHE, longshoreman support, and dunnage 5. Provide MHE support including shore based cranes, forklifts, tractors, dollies, lighting 6. Assist NCHF detachments in ship offload as directed, transport cargo to overflow areas 7. Establish bulk fuel/water reception, transfer facilities 8. Be prepared to continue port ops for follow-on shipping

USMC Birthday Traditions

1. If at all possible, activities should provide for observance on 10NOV (or 09NOV if 10 on Sunday) appropriate for size, mission, and local conditions 2. Troop formations and parades held when practical, including Gen Lejeune's birthday message 3. Social observances include birthday ball and cake cutting ceremony 4. First piece of cake honors oldest Marine present 5. 2nd piece honors youngest 6. Drill and Ceremonies Manual outlines procedures for birthday observances

Water Purification: Chlorine Ampules

1. Fill canteen with cleanest water available 2. Mix 1 amp chlorine with 1/2 canteen cup of water, stir with clean device until fully dissolved 3. Pour 1 canteen capful of solution into canteen of water 4. Place cap, shake, loosen, tip to wet threads. Tighten. 5. Wait 30min, drink If NBC cap is used, use 2 caps

HMLA: Attack Helicopter Tasks

1. Fire support and security for forward and rear area forces 2. Point target/antiarmor ops 3. Antihelicopter ops 4. Armed escort, control, coordination for assault support ops 5. Control, coordinate, provide terminal ordnance for supporting arms (CAS, artillery, mortar, naval gunfire) 6. Point and limited area air defense from threat fixed wing aircraft 7. Armed and visual recon 8. Augment local SAR 9. Operate from amphib shipping, floating base, austere shore base 10. Operate night or day, all weather, instrument conditions at long range 11. Maintenance

Minor Injury Kit Components

1. First aid ointment (8 bacitracin) 2. Adhesive bandages (10 small, 5 large) 3. Triangular bandage 4. Combat reinforcement tape 5. Burn dressing Water Jel 6. Water Purification Tablets: Micropur MPU (10 pack, 1 per 1qt-L) or Iodine (small bottle, 1qt-L) 7. TCCC Casualty Card x1

HF: Limitations

1. Frequency allocation/management: depends on freq, time of day, time of year, location. Ability to reflect HF waves of ionosphere is constantly changing. Sun's radiation causes disturbances in F layer. Sunrise and sunset causes F layer to split, which causes areas to be skipped over making this most difficult time for comms Solar storms can eliminate all HF comms Transmission paths must be constantly monitored for success 2. Bandwidth availability: imposed by legal constraints and physics of the spectrum. This limits channel bandwidth, which limits data

Duties of HQMC

1. Furnish professional assistance to secretary, undersecretary, and assistant secretaries of Navy and CMC 2. Prepare for employment of MC and for recruiting, organizing, supplying, equipping, training, servicing, mobilizing, demobilizing, administering, maintaining MC to assist in execution of power, duty, and function per CMC 3. Investigate, report upon efficiency of MC and preparation to support military ops 4. Prep detailed instruction for execution of plans and supervise this execution 5. Coordinate action of organizations of MC per SoN or CMC 6. Perform other duties not otherwise assigned by law and prescribed by SoN

G-5 Responsibilities

1. Future planning and supervises FOPs section by: - liaison element to participate in higher HQ planning - Receive MAGTF mission, initiates planning process - analyze mission, develop plan - exercise OPLAN responsibility with G3 - Transitions outline plan to G3 for detailed planning 2. Support planning for COPS 3. Ensure staff participation in joint planning process 4. Contingency planning for joint ops: - determine forces needed and available - coordinate force deployment and employment - provide planning recommendations for HN support - Coordinate/review TPFDD input thru joint op planning and execution system 5. Train staff on JPOES

G2 Special Staff

1. G-2 operations officer 2. G-2 plans officer 3. Intel battalion commander or intel support coordinator 4. Collection management/dissemination officer 5. Surveillance and recon officer in charge 6. Production and analysis cell officer in charge

Landing Zone Selection Criteria

1. Ground commander concept of operations 2. On, near, or away from objective (dep on METT-T) 3. Size determines how much combat power can be landed at once, and may need more LZs 4. Alt LZ should be planned for each primary 5. Consider enemy troop concentration, air defenses 6. Deny enemy observation and acquisition of friendly ground and air elements while en route 7. If possible, land on enemy side of obstacles while attacking and use obstacles to block at other times 8. Free of obstacles 9. Readily identifiable from the air. Recon units can mark 10. Requirements for logistic support 11. Requirements for fire support 12. Available lanes to and from 13. Reduced visibility/strong winds can limit use

Medical Battalion: Tasks

1. Health care through 2d echelon: initial resuscitation resuscitative surgery, temporary hospitalization 2. Medical regulating services 3. Prev med support 4. Assist in collection, analysis, dissemination of medical intelligence 5. Provide medical elements for establishment of casualty decontamination and treatment stations. Support mass casualty and combat stress casualty care

Subfunctions of Tactical Logistics: Health Services

1. Health maintenance 2. Casualty collection 3. Casualty treatment 4. Temporary casualty holding 5. Casualty evacuation

Operational Planning Team: Roles

1. Help commander understand true nature of problem as basis for practical solutions 2.Provide common venue for information sharing 3. Coordinate/plan activities across warfighting functions and echelons of command, and throughout battlespace to facilitate unity of effort to accomplish mission

EMW Focuses

1. Joint and multinational enabling- forces ready to serve as leaders in any type of force 2. Strategic agility- rapidly transitioning from pre-crisis to full operations 3. Operational reach- project and sustain power across battlespace 4. Tactical flexibility- tempo, speed, multirole (air, land, sea) 5. Support and sustainment- provide logistics to enable ops independent of host nation support

TACLOG Tasks

1. Keep abreast of which serials have landed 2. Monitor command, tactics, and logistical needs to anticipate requirements ashore for serials 3. Provide central control officer with advice on priority of landing additional serials 4. Recommend modes of transportation for serials

Grenade: Tactical Employment

1. Know where all friendly forces are located 2. Know your sector of fire 3. Use buddy or team system 4. Ensure projected arc is clear of obstacles 5. Evacuate positions into which you plan to throw if possible. If not, use grenade sump

Laser Hazard Control Program

1. Limit personnel exposures to radiation levels within permissible exposure guidelines 2. ID, attenuate, or control thru engineering design, admin action, or PPE; hazardous exposure levels and other dangers associated w non-ionizing radiation 3. Control areas where harmful exposure to unprotected people could occur 4. Ensure personnel are aware of potential exposures and the control measures in place 5. Investigate and document overexposure incidents

Camouflage Colors

1. Loam and Light Green: areas w green vegetation. Loam for shine, light green for shadow 2. Sand and Light Green: green vegetation. Light green for shine, sand for shadow 3. Loam and White: snow terrain. Loam for shine, white for shadow. 4. Burnt cork, bark, charcoal, lamp black: only if camouflage sticks not available. Shine only 5. Light colored mud: if sticks not available. Shadow only

High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV)

1. M998, M998A1, M1038, M1038A1:cargo/troop carrier 2. M1097, M1097A1: higher payload capacity cargo/troop carriers 3. M1025, M1025A1, M1026, M1026A1: armament carrier 4. M1043, M1043A1, M1044, M1044A1: armament carrier 5. M1037, M1042: shelter carrier 6. M996, M996A1, M997, M997A1, M1035, M1035A1: ambulance 7. M1109, M1114: up-armored armament carrier

Marine Corps Forces

1. MC forces - MARFOR 2. Security forces (MCSF) at naval installations 3. MC security guard detachments at embassies and consulates Forces for Unified Commands memorandum assigns MC forces to each of combatant commands. Forces can be transferred only by SECDEF and approved by President

MTVR Variants

1. MK23: short bed (16ft), no winch - most basic 2. MK25- short bed with winch 3. MK27- extended bed (20ft) no winch 4. MK28- extended bed with winch 5. MK29- dump truck, no winch 6. MK30- dump truck with winch 7. MK36- wrecker

MPF Components

1. MPF ships in 2 Maritime Prepositioning Ship squadrons of 2-6 ships with other ships from other services, can sustain 16,000 MEB/Navy personnel for 30 days 2. MAGTF fly-in and Navy Support Element- airlifted in, link up w equipment from MPSRON. Unique: embarked equipment is maintained on ship and is combat ready immediately upon offload Movement and arrival of above are integral parts of MAGTF commanders concept in order to achieve force buildup and sustainment ashore

Obligations of POWs: Military Discipline

1. Maintain discipline in accordance with rules and regulations governing armed forces 2. Maintain courtesy and honors to all officers regardless of branch (US and allies)

J/G-8/Comptroller Responsibilities: Accounting

1. Maintain records, including obligations and expenditures 2. Maintain record for property accounts 3. Civilian pay, leave, and retirement, prepare financial accounting reports 4. Supervise cost accounting 5. Submit property returns 6. Supervise timekeeping 7. Prepare Civilian payrools

G/S-4 Responsibilities

1. Management of war reserve material 2. OPLAN sustainability 3. Ground equipment readiness 4. Aircraft readiness 5. Strategic mobility 6. Ground training and contingency ammunition management 7. Force modernization 8. Unit equipment and allowance changes 9. Combat service support 10. Mobility 11. Maintenance, Maintenance related programs 12. Ordnance 13. Motor T 14. Interservice Support Agreement management 15. Ground safety 16. Engineer related landing support 17. Facilities

AAOG Responsibilities

1. Monitor airflow of FIE into AAA 2. Coordinate and monitor throughput and distribution of MPE/S from MPS to UAAs, specifically AAOEs within those areas 3. Coordinate association of MPE/S with designated organization 4. Provide initial C2 functions for MAGTF in AAA 5. Direct and coordinate AAOE ops 6. Provide direction, coordinate, interface with LFSP and ACO until MAGTF elements arrive 7. Publish daily SITREP 8. Coordinate with HN for support of offload and throughput

Service Rifle: Main Group Disassembly: Upper Receiver

1. Move take-down pin from left to right as far as it will go, allow lower receiver to pivot down from upper 2. Move receiver pivot pin from left to right as far as it will go, separate upper and lower receivers 3. Pull back charging handle and bolt carrier about 3 inches, remove bolt-carrier group 4. Remove charging handle by sliding it back and down, out of upper receiver

4 Items Marines are Required to Give their Captors

1. Name 2. Rank 3. Service number (SSN) 4. Date of Birth

MTACS: Tasks

1. Operational command post for ACE commander of MEF or MEF(Fwd) 2. Assist in coordinating air ops 3. Assist in planning air ops 4. Capability to accomplish TACC fxns while displacing 5. Conduct ops in NBC and/or EW 6. Assist in coordinating with services/allies for joint and multinational ops 7. Command and staff fxns needed to fulfill mission 8. Coordinate with commands for deployment and employment 9. Logistical and supply support for MACG HQ

MASS: Tasks

1. Operational planning for MAGTF air support ops 2. Receive, coordinate, process immediate requests for direct air support 3. Air support control 4. Ability to provide cont control of direct air support while displacing by echelon 5. Provide personnel and facilities for simultaneous operation of DASC and DASC(airborne)

Resection: Straightedge Method

1. Orient map on flat surface by terrain association 2. Locate 2+ known distant locations or prominent features on ground, mark on map 3. Lay straightedge using known position as pivot. Rotate until known position on map is aligned with known position on ground 4. Draw line along straightedge away from known position toward your position 5. Repeat for additional position 6. Intersection is location. Determine coordinates

Intersection: Map and Compass Method

1. Orient map using compass 2. Locate, mark your position on map 3. Determine magnetic azimuth to unknown position using compass 4. Convert to grid 5. Draw line on map from your position on azimuth 6. Move to a second known point, repeat 7. Location is where the lines cross. Determine coordinates

Resection: Map and Compass Method

1. Orient map with compass 2. ID 2-3 known distant locations on ground, mark on map 3. Measure magnetic azimuth to one of known positions with compass 4. Convert to grid 5. Convert to back azimuth. W protractor, draw line for back azimuth from known spot back toward your unknown position 6. Repeat for second and third positions 7. Intersection is your location. Determine coordinates

Skin Camouflage

1. Paint shiny areas of skin (forehead, cheekbones, nose, chin) with dark color 2. Paint shadow areas (around eyes, under nose, under chin) with light color 3. Use both light and dark colors to pain exposed skin on neck, throat, ears, backs of hands Notes: work with another Marine. Apply 2 color combo in irregular pattern. Do not camouflage palms if using hand or arm signals

MEU CE Tasks: MOOTW

1. Peace ops (peacekeeping, peace enforcement) 2. Security ops 3. Non combatant evac ops, single and multiple site 4. reinforcement ops 5. joint/combined training/instruction team 6. humanitarian assistance, disaster relief

G/S-1 Responsibilities

1. Personnel strength management 2. Personnel replacement management 3. Discipline, law, and order 4. Prisoners of war 5. HQ management 6. Casualty management 7. Personnel management 8. Morale and Personal services 9. Operation plan, operation order

IMTV Assembly

1. Place cummerbund face down w all 3 tabs facing each other, place 3 hole adapter over. Weave cable thru holes 2. Thread quick release table through grommets. Can terminate on R or L side and top or bottom, your choice. Lace bungee cord through cummerbund and adapter 3. Insert hard armor plates into pockets, soft side in. Plates go in outside pockets. Close all cummerbund tabs. Attach hip pads if desired. 4. Place soft armor inserts in inner pockets. Connect shoulder buckles. Insert front and back ESAPI plates into upper exterior pocket. Put on, have someone adjust shoulder Velco straps 5. Connect cummerbund to straps. Ensure right side up. Close flaps. Adjust bungee to ensure fit, cut off all but 4-6in of cord 6. Place collar assembly over head, centered/flat. Attach to IMTV via upper tabs, then attach throat protector. Inspect fit- check for gaps. Adjust. 7. Attach MOLLE as needed

Orienting a Map: Shadow Tip

1. Place stick or branch in ground at level spot where distinctive shadow will be cast. Mark tip of shadow w stone, twig, etc. This mark is west. 2. Wait 10-15min until tip moves a few inches. Mark new position 3. Draw straight line through marks: approx E-W line 4. Standing w first mark to your left: north is front, E is R, S is back

Types of eye protection

1. Plain or rx safety glasses w side protection 2. Goggles (splash resistant, impact resistant, etc) 3. Face shields 4. Welding goggles, hoods, shields

Recon Battalion: Tasks

1. Plan/coordinate/conduct amphib/ground recon and surveillance to observe, ID, report enemy activity and collect other info 2. Conduct specialized terrain recon 3. When properly supplemented, assist in specialized engineer, radio, mobile, other unique recon missions 4. Infiltrate mission areas by necessary means (surface, subsurface, airborne, etc) 5. Counter recon 6. Initial terminal guidance (ITG) for helicopters, landing craft, parachutists, air delivery, resupply 7. Designate/engage selected targets w organic weapons and force fires for battlespace shaping (inc precision guided munitions) 8. Post-strike recon, BDA 9. Limited scale raids and ambushes 10. Other tasks as directed

J/G-8/Comptroller Responsibilities: Budgeting

1. Prep guidance, instructions, directives for budget 2. Review resource needs and justifications for programs 3. Compile annual budget 4. Recommend allocation of funds, provide fund ceilings 5. Initiate action for financial adjustments 6. Improve financial management efficiency

Service Rifle: Main Group Disassembly: Lower Receiver

1. Press in buffer, depress buffer retainer (may need to use edge of charging handle) 2. Press hammer down, ease buffer and action spring forward and out of receiver. Separate parts Note: if not in combat, disassemble in this order. Upper-bolt-lower

Rear Area Security Objectives

1. Prevent/minimize disruption of support ops 2. Protect personnel, supplies, equipment, facilities 3. Protect lines of communication 4. Prevent/minimize disruption of command/control 5. Defeat, contain, neutralize any rear area threat

Trauma Kit Components

1. Primed compressed gauze rolls (2) 2. Pressure dressing H bandage (2) 3. Combat Application Tourniquet 4. Dry Sterile Burn Dressing and Super Combat Cravat 5. Chest Wound Kit (1 chest weak, 1 wound seal kit) 6. QuikClot Combat Gauze

Maintenance Battalion: Tasks

1. Provide 3rd echelon maintenance (replacement or repair) 2. 4th echelon maintenance in support of secondary repairable program 3. Tracked-vehicle evac capability 4. Calibration services for electronic and mechanical TMDE 5. Organizational and intermediate maintenance 6. Technical assistance, overflow organizational maintenance for supported units as directed 7. Intermediate and modification on in stock equipment 8. Technical inspection services as needed

BOG Functions

1. Provide beach area C2 for MPE/S throughput 2. Organize/develop beach area to support MPE/S throughput, inc designating and establishing overflow areas 3. Coordinate bulk liquids transfer. Offload lighterage at beach 4. Direction for drivers to move vehicles from lighterage off the beach 5. Surge vehicle operators 6. Prepare for follow up operations

MWHS: Tasks

1. Provide camp facilities and services (inc food) for all elements of wing HQ and for MTACS and MWCS of MACG 2. Capability to deploy as integral unit when augmented with maintenance support 3. Detachments for supported units as needed 4. Internal security of MAW HQ

MLG Tasks

1. Provide decentralized ground supply support 2. Provide authorized overflow organizational and intermediate maintenance 3. Coordinate transportation 4. Provide general engineering support 5. Provide health service (medical and dental) support 6. Coordinate service support

Roles and Functions of USMC

1. Provide fleet marine forces with combined arms and supporting air components for service with Navy fleet in seizure or defense of navy bases, and land ops in conjunction w navy campaign 2. Provide detachments and organizations for service on armed vessels of the Navy (and security detachments for protection of Navy property) 3. Develop (in coordination with Army, Navy, AF) the doctrine, tactics, techniques, equipment for landing forces in amphibious operations 4. Provide marine forces for airborne ops in coordination w A,N,AF, according to doctrine by joint chiefs 5. Expand peacetime components to meet wartime needs according to joint mobilization plans 6. Perform other duties President may direct

MALS: Tasks

1. Provide intermediate-level maintenance for aircraft/aeronautical equipment, perform first degree repair on specific engines 2. Provide supply support for aircraft and Navy funded equipment 3. Provide class V(A) ammo support, inc requisition, storage, handling, assembly, transport, and inventory 4. Be capable of planning for/operating an airfield ammo issue point at expeditionary airfields 5. Interpret, implement, audit, inspect, provide oversight for MAG CO for admin/mgmt of ops, maintenance, Navy funds, aviation supply, aircraft maintenance, aircraft ordnance, avionics, cryogenics 6. Coordinate w MWSG, MACG, MAW calibration, etc in planning for Marine Aviation Logistic Support Program 7. Screen/inspect nonserviceable aeronautic material for testing, repair, shipment, or disposal 8. Maintain capability to deploy 9. Conduct training 10. Provide data processing

HA and Peace Operations

1. Providing food, water, shelter, transport, and engineer support to residents 2. Assisting delivery of humanitarian aid, especially to isolated communities 3. Providing medical treatment and assistance 4. Providing evac of sick, injured, and wounded

Rights of EPWs

1. Receive sanitary, protective housing and clothing 2. Sufficient amount of food to sustain good health 3. Adequate medical care 4. Necessary facilities for proper hygiene 5. Religious faith 6. Keep possessions (except weapons, military equipment and documents) 7. Send and receive mail 8. Receive packages w non-contraband items 9. Select representations (fellow POWs) 10. Receive humane treatment 11. Request copy of rights and responsibilities 12. Request standards of conduct and posted rules (11 and 12 should be translated)

VMU: Tasks

1. Recon, surveillance, and target acquisition (RSTA)- inc airborne surveillance of targets, MAGTF areas of interest, etc, including for search and rescue and TRAP, as well as recon of helicopter approach and retirement lanes 2. Real-time target info to DASC and fire support coordination center (FSCC) for adjustment of missions 3. Info to assist adjusting indirect fire weapons and to support DAS and air interdiction 4. Collect battle damage assessments (BDA) 5. Support rear area security 6. Provide remove receive capability and liaison 7. Conduct training

Transition: Inputs

1. Refined intelligence 2. Planning support tools 3. Outlined FRAGOs 4. Info on possible future missions 5. Any outstanding issues

M9 Disassembly

1. Remove magazine 2. Clear/unload pistol 3. Allow slide to return fully forward 4. Hold pistol in R hand, muzzle slightly elevated. W finger, press disassembly lever release button end. W thumb, rotate disassembly lever down until it stops 5. Pull slide end barrel assembly forward, remove (careful, spring is under tension) 6. Slightly compress recoil spring end guide, and lift and remove it. Allow recoil spring to slowly stretch 7. Separate spring from guide 8. Push on locking block plunger, push barrel forward slightly. Lift/remove locking block and barrel assembly

Service Rifle Reassembly: Beginning-Insert CAM Pin

1. Return cleaning gear 2. Connect buffer and action spring, insert into buffer tube/stock 3. Place extractor and spring back on bolt. Depress extractor to align holes, reinsert extractor pin 4. Insert bolt into bolt carrier. Do not switch bolts between rifles (catastrophic failure could happen) 5. Hold bolt carrier with bolt carrier key at 12:00. Insert bolt into carrier with extractor at 12:00 6. Rotate bolt CCW until cam pinhole aligns with cam pin slot in carrier. 7. Insert cam pin through bolt carrier and into bolt. Rotate cam pin 1/4 turn to R or L. Pull bolt forward until it stops. Ensure pin is installed in bolt group or rifle could explode when firing

Service Rifle Weapons Conditions

1. Safety on, magazine inserted, round in chamber, bolt forward, ejection port cover closed 2. N/A 3. Safety on, magazine inserted, chamber EMPTY, bolt forward, ejection port cover closed 4. Safety on, magazine REMOVED, chamber empty, bolt forward, ejection port cover closed

FILBE: Ensure serviceability

1. Scrub any soiled spots lightly with brush, or use white or colorfast cloth 2. Dry in shade or indoors Do not dry in direct sun bc it will discolor them Do not dry in dryer- creates excessive wear, may damage dryer

Supply Battalion: Tasks

1. Supply Support management for MLG/MEF a. Mgmt of special allowance training pool b. mgmt of secondary repairables 2. Technical management, customer service for supply 3. Supply status management reports 4. Interface for financial/maint management systems 5. Contract support and cross servicing services 6. Warehousing capability 7. Account for class I, II, IV, VII, VIII, IX supplies 8. Subsistence support 9. Receipt, forwarding, storage of class III 10. Receipt, storage, issue for class V 11. Technical assistance for receipt, storage of nuclear 12. Receipt, storage, maintenance for VIII 13. Intermediate level shop store issue pts 14. Procurement services 15. Packing, preservation, and packaging (PP&P)

CLB Provides MEU With:

1. Supply support 2. Maintenance support 3. Transportation support 4. Deliberate engineering support 5. Medical and dental support 6. Automated information processing support 7. Utilities support 8. Landing (port and airfield) support 9. Disbursing services 10. Legal 11. Postal 12. Accompanying supply (I, II, III(B), IV, V(W), IX) to support for 15 days

CLR Provides MEB with:

1. Supply support 2. Maintenance support 3. Transportation support 4. Deliberate engineering support 5. Medical and dental support 6. Automated information processing support 7. Utilities support 8. Landing (port and airfield) support 9. Disbursing services 10. Legal 11. Postal 12. Accompanying supply (I, II, III(B), IV, V(W), IX) to support for 30 days

COA Wargame: Useful Inputs

1. Synchronization matrix and other support tools to relate forces and actions to one another and achieve decision. Note do not use to overly script action- must be free flowing to address inherent uncertainty in conflict 2. Estimates of supportability and additional requirements from subordinate commanders 3. Staff estimates, additional requirements from staff and warfighting reps, inc updated intelligence estimate with event template and adversary COAs 4. Updated facts and assumptions

VHF: Common Nets

1. Tactical (TAC) 2. Combat logistics request 3. Convoy Control 4. Artillery Conduct of Fire (Arty COF) 5. Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Local 6. Fire Support Coordination (FSC) 7. Landing Force Shore Party (LFSP) 8. Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC)

VMGR: Tasks

1. Tactical aerial refueling 2. Long range aerial refueling when other means not available 3. Assault air transport for air-landed/delivered troops, supplies, and equipment when other means not available 4. Aircraft platform for airborne DASC 5. Ground refueling when other means not available 6. Air transport for evac of casualties and noncombatants when other means not available 7. Maintain capability to operate day, night, and all weather, from air head, advance base, expeditionary airfield, or tactical landing zone 8. Operate with or without assistance of airborne, surface, or ground controllers

MEB CE: Tasks

1. Tactical direction over units assigned 2. Coordinate and conduct battles 3. Determine composition of force 4. Develop overall tactical plans 5. Develop all source intel and CI 6. Civil affairs, civic action, diplomatic relations 7. CIS 8. Provide nucleus of AAOG 9. Requirements for submission and receipt of resources 10. Function as joint HQ if augmented

MEF CE Tasks

1. Tactical direction over units assigned 2. Coordinate conduct battles 3. Determine detailed composition of force 4. Develop overall tactical plans 5. All source intel and CI 6. Civil affairs, civic action, diplomatic relations 7. Comms and info ops with other forces 8. Provide nucleus of AAOG for MPF 9. Submit requirements for material resources for logistic support 10. Function as joint HQ when needed and appropriately augmented

Service Rifle Safety Rules

1. Treat every weapon as if it were loaded 2. Never point a weapon at anything you do not intend to shoot 3. Keep your finger straight and off the trigger until you are ready to fire 4. Keep the weapon on SAFE until you intend to fire

M9 Disassembly: Magazine

1. Unload magazine 2. Grasp magazine firmly with floorplate up and back of magazine tube against palm 3. Remove floorplate: use tip of round or barrel locking block plunger (press block, plunger will protrude) 4. Release floorplate by pushing down on retainer stud in center. Slide floorplate forward for short distance w thumb 5. Maintain spring pressure w thumb and remove floorplate (careful, spring under tension) 6. Remove floorplate retainer and magazine spring and follower from tube. Remove floorplate retainer from magazine spring

COA Comparison and Decision: Useful inputs

1. Updated intelligence preparation of battlespace products 2. Planning support tools 3. COA war game worksheet 4. Synchronization matrix 5. War game results 6. Initial task organization 7. Resources, shortfalls 8. Updated CCIRs 9. List of critical events and decision points 10. Staff estimates 11. Subordinate commander's estimates of supportability 12. Branches and sequels identified for further planning

Knife Fighting: Angles of Attack

1. Vertical strike coming straight down 2. Forward diagonal: 45 deg to opponent 3. Reverse diagonal (45deg) 4. Forward horizontal (parallel to ground) 5. Reverse horizontal 6. Forward thrust (straight line to opponent)

MOUT: Categories of Built Up Areas

1. Village- population 3,000 or less 2. Strip areas- industrial zones built along roads connecting towns or cities 3. Towns/small cities- up to 100k, not part of major urban complex 4. Large cities w associated urban sprawl (populations can be in millions, covering hundreds of sqkm

Inspecting and Cleaning Flak Jacket

1. Visually inspect for: - bunching from lumps/distortion in fiber - tears, punctures, damages to outer cover - inc weight (filler likely wet) - Damaged or dirty Velcro (clean w warm soapy water or brush) - broken or missing laces 2. Clean: brush off mud and loose dirt. Wash front back and inside. Air dry.

Maintaining Canteens and Canteen Cup

1. Wash canteens and cup w warm, soapy water 2. Rinse thoroughly 3. Keep cup clean/dry when not using 4. Check for holes and rust

Ground Pyrotechnic Signals: Hand-Held Operation

1. Withdraw firing cap from upper end 2. Point ejection end away from body, slowly push firing cap onto signal until open end is aligned w red band 3. Grasp center of signal w left hand. Hold elbow tight against body and signal at desired angle, firing cap at bottom. Turn head down and away. 4. Strike sharp blow to bottom of cap w palm of hand (or hard surface). Keep arm rigid 5. If misfire, keep signal aimed. Pull cap back into red band, rotate 90deg. Make 2 more attempts. If still doesn't fire, wait 30s in position and return cap to other end. take to ammo supply point

MDDOC: Roles and Responsibilities 2

10. Monitor/oversee cargo routing matrix, manage cargo routing information file and defense automated address system 11. MAGTF level air clearance authority (ACA) validator 12. MAGTF reception, staging, onward movement and integration coordinator 13. Establish/conduct movement control board (MCB) 14. Coordinate movement plans w MAGTF material readiness officer 15. Coordinate/supervise deployment, material movement, retrograde, redeployment 16. Coordinate/monitor use of inter and intraheater air, ground, sealift 17. Coordinate w supporting establishment, adjacent, and higher HQ for distribution support 18. Manage all distribution related to AIT/AISs

USMC Birthday

10NOV1775 Continual existence since 1798, when Pres John Adams signed law reestablishing USMC Traditional founding day is above, when continental congress in Philly authorized raising 2 battalions of marines for service with new naval forces Started at Tun Tavern in Philadelphia- birthplace of the Corps

Ultrahigh Frequency

116-150mHz upper VHF req range, and 225-400mHz UHF spectrum MAGTF UHF radios (like AN/PRC-113) capable of data comms at 16kbps in optimal conditions Incorporate HAVE QUICK electronic counter-counter measure capability, can operate in single and frequency hopping modes Remote operation capable (AN/GRA-39B, HYX-57)

Service Rifle Reassembly: After sling attached-End

14. Place weapon in condition 4. Pull charging handle to rear and release. Ensure lever on SAFE, pull trigger. Hammer should not fall 15. Place selector level on SEMI. Pull trigger, hold to rear. Hammer should fall. Pull charging handle to rear, release. Release trigger, pull again. Hammer should fall 16. Pull charging handle to rear and release. Place lever to BURST. Pull trigger, hold. Hammer should fall. Pull charging hammer to rear 3x, release. Release trigger. Pull again. Hammer should fall 17. Pull charging handle to rear and release. Place lever to SAFE.

1901

1901-1934, USMC used increasingly to quell disturbances worldwide: put down insurrections, guarded/protected american lives/property, restored order Called 'banana wars' due to extensive use in Caribbean

Montford Point Marines

1942-1949: 20,000 Black men came to Montford Point in Jacksonville NC to enlist. They were segregated in training and denied rightful place in USMC despite valor in battle Their perseverance despite adversity led to a more equal and just Marine Corps Many went on to successful careers outside USMC

OMFTS Example: Seoul

1950 Focused operation under single commander Flowed from San Diego, Sasebo, Pusan; to amphibious assault at Incheon, to objectives inland Focused on specific North Korean vulnerability: lines of support and withdrawal through Han River Valley Kept that focus, and was very successful- destruction of NK army, liberation of SK If lost focus, would have taken Incheon only and been a "victory" but insignficant

Lt Gen Carol Mutter

1996, becomes first female 3 star officer in US armed forces when she became deputy chief of staff for manpower and reserve affairs at HQMC

Battle of Iwo Jima

19FEB1945 Largest all USMC battle in history, and bloodiest Over 23300 USMC casualties Capture increased air support/bombing ops against japan Adm Nimitz: 'among americans who served on Iwo island, uncommon valor was a common virtue'

MAW Locations

1st MAW- HQ Camp Foster, Okinawa, units in Futenma Okinawa, Iwakuni Japan, Kaneohe Bay HI 2d MAW- HQ Cherry Point, units in New River NC and Beaufort SC 3rd MAW- HQ Miramar CA, units in Yuma AZ and Pendleton 4th MAW- HQ New Orleans, units in Fort Worth, Willow Grove PA, Selfridge Air Base MI, Fort Sheridan IL

Standing MEB CEs

1st: MARFORPAC, habitual relationship with ESG 3 for amphib ops 2d: MARFORCOM, ESG 2 3rd: MARFORPAC, ESG 7 4th: embedded in staff for commander of USMC Forces Africa 5th: Under commander USMC Forces Central, established in theater to provide readily employable HQ for exercises and operations

Presley Neville O'Bannon

1stLt, hero of battle for harbor fortress of Derna in Tripoli His were first forces to hoist flag over territory in Old World Mameluke sword carried by officers today presented to him in 1805

Chief Warrant Officer 3

2 red, 1 silver (red-silver-red)

Orders Development: Orders Crosswalk

External process Staff compares order with orders of higher, adjacent, and subordinate commanders to ensure unity of effort and make sure superior commanders intent is met Similar to confirmation briefs and ROC drills

MAW: Composition, Mission, Purpose

3 AD MAWs and 1 reserve MAW, each with unique structure, but each can accomplish all 6 functions of MC aviation Provides personnel/equipment for MAGTF ACE Usually ACE supports MEF with 1+ MAW(s); MEU or SPMAGTF with squadron (usually mixed based on mission- rotary, short take off/landing, fixed wing, control, logistics) MAWs include aircraft, air control, and support MAWs and groups are not organized according to tables of organization, but task organized

MARDIV: Regiments and Battalions

3 infantry regiments Tank battalion Assault amphibious battalion Combat engineer battalion Artillery regiment HQ Battalion Recon battalion Light Armored Recon Battalion (Forms GCE of the MEF)

Chief Warrant Officer 2

3 red, 2 gold (red-gold-red-gold-red)

Chief Warrant Officer 4

3 red, 2 silver (red-silver-red-silver-red)

Service Rifle Ammunition: MK-262

5.56mm centerfire cartridge 77-grain open tipped match bullet No color coding

Service Rifle Reassembly: Insert CAM Pin-Attach Sling

8. Drop in firing pin retaining pin. Ensure head of FPRP is recessed inside bolt carrier. Firing pin should not fall out when bolt carrier group turned upside down 9. Place charging handle in upper receiver by lining it up w grooves in receiver. Push partially in 10. With bolt unlocked, place bolt carrier key in groove of charging handle. Push handle and group into upper receiver until handle locks. Join upper and lower receivers, engage receiver pivot pin 11. Ensure selector level is on SAFE. close upper and lower receiver groups. Push in takedown pin 12. Install rail covers 13. Attach sling

COMSEC: Physical Security

All physical measures taken to safeguard equipment, material, and documents Tightly control access to classified cryptographic material Formally authorize if person is eligible AND has need-to-know Authorization includes introduction to cryptographic info, its sensitivity, and special security regulations as well as penalties for disclosure

Field Expedient Litter

Allows you to carry casualty longer distances Secure poles inside things like blanket, poncho, shelter half, tarp, mattress cover, jacket, shirt, etc Poles can be made from branches, tent supports, skis pipe, etc If no poles available, can roll edges of of blanket so they can be grasped Most flat surface objects can also be used- doors, boards, ladders. Pad if possible

Riot Control Grenades

ABC-M7A2, ABC-M7A3 Contain only CS as a filler, differ in amount and form of CS Sheet metal bodies, four emission holes at top and one at bottom Fuze: M201A1 Wt: 15.5oz No safety clips Average soldier can throw 40m. produce irritant cloud for 15-35sec Gray bodies with red bands

Measure Delta 11

AIRFIELD SPECIFIC As appropriate, airfields should prepare to accept aircraft diverted from other stations

Measure Bravo 20

AIRFIELD SPECIFIC Coordinate plans to safeguard aircraft departure and approach flightpaths with local authorities Be prepared to activate contingency plans and issue detailed ATC procedures Take actions to mitigate threat of surface-to-air missiles or standoff weapons as appropriate

Measure Bravo 19

AIRFIELD SPECIFIC Erect barriers and man and establish checkpoints at entrances to airfields as appropriate ID everyone entering airfield, no exceptions Randomly inspect vehicles, briefcases, packages

Measure Charlie 15

AIRFIELD SPECIFIC Reduce flying to essential operational flights only Implement appropriate countermeasures as directed by wing commander or TSA Consider relief landing ground actions to take for aircraft diversions into and out of attacked airfield Consider augmenting firefighting details

Operational Pauses

AKA safety stand downs Provide a break from ops to conduct safety training, review procedures, and assess safety posture Should be planned well in advance and integrated into training plans

Loading OFFSET Frequencies

Allows you to change SC frequency by +/- 5 or 10kHz 1. Set FCTN to SQ ON 2. Set CHAN to MAN, CUE, or desired channel 3. Press FREQ, OFST, and CHG 4. Continue to press CHG until the offset you want is displayed

Phonetic Alphabet

Alpha Bravo Charlie Delta Echo Foxtrot Golf Hotel India Juliet Kilo Lima Mike November Oscar Papa Quebec Romeo Sierra Tango Uniform Victor Whiskey X-ray Yankee Zulu

MAGTF Deployment and Distribution Operation Center (MDDOC)

In MAGTF CE Assumes responsibilities of Force Movement Control Center FMCC Conducts integrated planning, provides guidance and direction, and coordinates/monitors transportation and inventory resources related to MAGTF distribution process

Cover

Anything that gives protection from bullets, fragments of exploding rounds, flame, nuclear effects, biological and chemical agents Can also conceal you from enemy observation Natural or manmade

Concealment

Anything that hides you from enemy observation Does not protect you from fire

Camouflage

Anything you can use to keep yourself, your equipment, and your position from looking like what they really are Can use natural and manmade materials

Grid Reference Box

Appears in marginal info of each map sheet Contains step by step instructions for using grid and US Army military grid reference system- allows others to fully understand grid zone. Divided in two parts.

Foot Protection

Appropriate safety footwear provided at no expense if exposed to foot hazardous ops

Battle of Okinawa

APR1945 USMC and soldiers secured Okinawa- last lg action of WWII MajGen Roy Geiger assumed command of 10th Army after commanders death- only USMC officer ever to command field army

Air Reconnaissance

Acquisition of intel by employing visual observation and/or sensors in air vehicles Includes visual, multisensor imagery, and electronic recon

Antiair Warfare

Action required to destroy or reduce to an acceptable level the enemy air and missile threat Includes interceptors, bombers, antiaircraft guns, surface- and air-to-air missiles, electronic attack, and destruction of air/missile throat before and after it is launched Purpose is to gain and maintain some degree of air superiority Includes offensive and defensive means

M203 Grenade Launcher: Operational Characteristics

Action: single shot Sights: front sight post, rear leaf Chamber pressure: 206,325 kilopascals (35k psi) Maximum range: 400m (1312ft) Max effective range: fire-team sized area target 350m, vehicle or weapon point target 150m Minimum safe firing range: training 165m, Combat 31m Minimum arming range: 14-38m Rate of fire: 5-7 rounds/min Minimum combat load: 36 HE rounds

Command Master Chief Duties

Advise CG, staff, and commanders regarding Navy policy for Navy enlisted 1. Interface and maintain comms w CMCs and Navy personnel of major subordinate commands (MSC) and give assistance and guidance 2. Advise CG, Surgeon, Chaplain, Dentist on enlisted matters 3. Accompanies CG, MEF, MEF surgeon on official visits

RQ11B Raven

Aerial recon system supports tactical SI to commanders Electro-optical or infrared optics for surveillance, preraid recon, harassment, deception, target acquisition, battle damage assessment Combat radius: 15km Max gross weight and use payload: 4.2lb Backpack weight: 17lb Speed 17-44kts Front and side look high res EO camera w electronic pan tilt zoom and digital stabilization, or 320x240 thermal imager

M9 Lanyard

Aids in retention, issued in 3 sizes, adjustable Fabric cord, two cylindrical slip rings, and metal clip

OAS: Deep Air Support

Air action against enemy targets at such distance from friendly forces that detailed integration of each mission with fire and movement of forces is not required Can be flown on either side of fire support coordination line Includes strike coordination, air interdiction, and armed recon

OAS: Close Air Support

Air action by fixed and rotary wing aircraft against hostile targets which are in close proximity to friendly forces Requires detailed integration of each air mission with fire and movement of those forces

Service Rifle: Carbine Barrel Assembly

Air cooled Contains compensator and front sight assembly Holds rail system and sling swivel

Offensive Air Support

Air operations conducted against enemy installations, facilities, and personnel to directly assist attainment of MAGTF objectives by destruction of enemy resources or isolation of their military force Includes close and deep air support

MK-19 Machine Gun

Air-cooled, blowback-operated, fully automatic Ammo fed by disintegrating metallic link belt Barrel prevents cookoff even after prolonged fire Flash suppressor on muzzle Slotted configuration suppresses vibration during firing, dissipates flash and smoke Employed from tripod or vehicles

M240G Machine Gun

Air-cooled, bolt-fed, gas-operated automatic weapon Provides heavy, controlled volume of accurate long range fire beyond small arms (attack and defense) Fires from open bolt, fed by disintegrating belt of metal links Gas from firing one round provides energy for next- will fire automatically as long as trigger held and ammo there Can use attached bipod or mount on tripod (most stable) Traversing and Elevating (T&E) mechanism allows manipulation in direction and elevation, can engage predetermined targets in low visibility

AEGIS

Airborne early warning ground environment integration segment, weapons system on CG (guided missile cruisers) and DDG (destroyers), primary sources of naval surface fire support as well as surface strike Includes 1. Tomahawk land attack missiles (TLAM) 2. 5 inch 54/62 caliber Mk 45 lightweight gun 3. Standard missile system in surface-to-surface mode Tomahawk and standard are in vertical launch systems

Aerial Port of Debarkation (APOD)

Airfield for sustained air movement at which personnel and material are discharged from aircraft Normally serve as ports of embarkation for return passengers and retrograde cargo shipments

Aerial Port of Embarkation (APOE)

Airfield for sustained air movement at which personnel and material board or are loaded on aircraft to initiate aerial movement May serve as ports of debarkation for return passengers and retrograde cargo shipments

M996/996A1/997/997A1/1035/1035A1

Ambulance HMMWV Basic armor Transport casualties from battlefield to aid stations 996s are mini-ambulances: 2 litters, 6 ambulatory, or a combo 997s: maxi-ambulances: 4 litters, 8 ambulatory, combo 1035s: soft tops, 2 litters No recovery winches A1 with latest modifications

Code of Conduct: Article 2 Interpretation

American tradition dating back to Revolutionary War Individuals may never voluntarily surrender If isolated and unable to fight, obligated to evade capture and rejoin friendly forces ASAP

H Hour

Amphibious ops The time the first assault elements are scheduled to touch down on the beach, or landing zone Sometimes refers to commencement of countermine breaching ops

Hill

Area of high ground From hilltop, ground slopes down in all directions Hill is shown on map by contour lines forming concentric circles Inside of smallest circle is hilltop

Air Recon: Visual

Any airborne platform can conduct Observer or pilot can visually search a route, point, or area Frequently related to offensive action (artillery, naval surface fires, air support)

Hazardous Waste

Any discarded or abandoned hazardous substance Can be liquid, semisolid, solid, gaseous Does not include expired EHM unless specially determined as such

AAW: Passive Air Defense

Any measure other than active defense to minimize effects of hostile air action Includes cover, concealment, camouflage, deception, dispersion, electronic protection, and protective construction A command responsibility of every unit commander

Electronic Warfare

Any military action involving the use of electromagnetic and directed energy to control the electromagnetic spectrum or attack the enemy Includes electronic attack, protection, and warfare support

Combined Operations

Any multinational operation (2 or more nations) If in a formal arrangement, called an allied or alliance operation If it is a temporary or informal arrangement, coalition operation Multinational always applies, but you can call them allied, combined, alliance, or coalition as well as appropriate

Rights of EPWs: Humane Treatment

Any unlawful act by detaining power causing death or endangering health is prohibited No POW may be subjected to physical mutilation or to medical or scientific experiments of any kind

Field Latrine Locations

As far from food operations as possible, >100m Downwind and downslope, if possible Downslope from wells, springs, streams, and other water sources (30m or more)

PPE Program Requirements

Assess all workplaces to see if PPE is necessary. If so: 1. Select, have everyone use, types of PPE needed 2. Communicate selection decisions to employees 3. Document that hazard assessment is done with written cert (workplace, evaluator, and dates), and retain this document

Special Staff

Assist CO in particular military specialty Numbers vary at levels, types of unit Usually assigned to a specific principal staff under their cognizance Some will often coordinate with several sections

Operational Planning Team: Makeup

At lower levels (MEUs) planners and executors usually the same, so often 6-10 people Larger commands can be 30 or more people If this large, can be helpful to have OPT Core (usually FOPS) and breakout groups Core must be able to think outside their specialty and incorporate all aspects Breakout will work on specific aspect and backbrief whole OPT

Measure Alpha 2

At regular intervals, tell personnel and family of general situation Ensure those arriving for duty are briefed on the threat Remind all to be alert for and report suspicious activities like unfamiliar personnel and vehicles, suspicious packages, and surveillance attempts

Methods of Aviation Control: Air Control

Authority to direct physical maneuver of aircraft in flight or to direct aircraft or surface-to-air weapons unit to engage a specific target Includes airspace management and airspace control

Womens Armed Services Integration Act of 1948

Authorized 100 regular Women Marine officers, 1000 enlisted in gradual buildup over 2 years Regular candidates came from reserves on active duty or those with prior service not on active duty

Naval Aviation Safety Program

Based on necessitarianism- mishaps are inevitable result of causes which occurred earlier (nothing just happens) Goal is to prevent damage and injury, and enhance operational readiness by preserving lives and enhancing well being of its members Supports every aspect of Naval aviation, and knowledge can be used elsewhere

Knife Fighting: Stance

Basic warrior stance L hand is vertical shield protecting ribs or head/neck R elbow bent with blade pointing forward toward opponents head L foot and hip forward This is an index point, all techniques start here

Tactical Level of War

Battles and engagements are planned and executed to achieve military objectives assigned to tactical units or task forces Activities focus on ordered arrangement and maneuver of combat elements in relation to each other and the enemy

Amphibious Op Phases: Embarkation

Begins when landing forces embark in assigned shipping Organization should be flexible to support changes Landing plan based on conditions and enemy capabilities before embarkation, which can change plan without the time to reconfigure the force

MV-22

Bell Boeing Amphibious assault transport of troops, equipment, supplies from assault ships and land bases- VMM Multi engine, dual piloted, self deployable, medium lift, vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) tilt rotor aircraft Designed for combat, combat support, combat service support, and special ops worldwide Replacing CH46E and 53D

Load Has Not Been Released

Bend L arm horizontally across chest with fist clenched, palm down Open R hand pointed up vertically to center of fist

PPE Policy

Best means of protection is eliminating hazard. Second best is engineering controls to minimize risk. If this is not possible, then you use PPE PPE will be provided, used, maintained by Navy when necessary PPE procurement and enforcement is responsibility of activity

M18 Colored Smoke Hand Grenade

Body: sheet steel cylinder, 4 emission holes at top and 1 at bottom (allowing smoke to escape) Filler: 11.5oz colored smoke mix (red, yellow, green, violet) Fuze: M201A1 Weight: 19oz Safety Clip: None Capabilities: avg soldier can throw 35m. Produces colored smoke cloud 50-90sec Color: Olive drab body, top indicates smoke color Note: killing radius is 5m, casualty producing radius 15m, but fragments can disperse up to 230m

MK-19: Use

Both offense and defense, highly responsive Protects motor movements, assembly areas, supply trains Defends against hovering rotary craft Destroy lightly armed vehicles Fire on suspected enemy positions Provide high volumes of fire into engagement area Cover obstacles Provide indirect fires from defilade positions Fragmentation producing effects devastating to infantry

Water Purification: Boiling

Bring to rolling boil for 5 minutes In an emergency, 15 seconds will help Boiled water must be protected from recontamination

M2 .50cal Machine Gun

Browning M2HB Belt-fed, recoil-operated, air-cooled, crew-served Can do single shot and automatic fire Capable of alternate feed if you reposition parts Ammo can be fed from R or L, but generally L used Disintegrating metallic link belt Force for recoil furnished by expanding power gases Max barrel surface exposed to permit air cooling, has perforations for better cooling. Heavy barrel used to slow early overheating

Water Purification: Emergency Water Treatment Kit

CHLOR-FLOC 1. Tear off top of water treatment bag at perforation 2. Fill bag 1/2 full with water, add 1 tablet 3. Fold bag tightly 3 times, fold tabs in 4. Shake until tablet dissolves. Swirl 10sec. Let bag sit for 4 minutes. Swirl 10sec 5. Let bag sit additional 15min 6. Insert filter pouch in neck of canteen. Pour water from pouch through filter into canteen. Do not pour sediment 7. Rinse filter with treated water after use. Always filter in same direction 8. Rinse sediment from treatment bag. Save bag only for water treatment

COA Comparison and Decision: Process

CO or rep leads discussion of merits of each COA Staff takes pros and cons of each, providing input Then one is selected. Can be one without modification, one modified, several combined, or can reject them all and start over Once COA is selected, it is reviewed with staff and detailed planning can now begin for CONOPS (concept of operations)

Annie L Grimes

CWO, 3rd black woman to become a Marine First black woman officer to retire after full 20

HMMWV Equipment Specifications

Cab: Crew seating 2-4 man Seat Design: Fore/Aft adjustable Steering Type: Power assist Engine: GM Diesel 8cyl 6.5L, naturally aspirated Rating: 150hp @ 3600 rpm, EPA certified Fuel: Diesel, DF-2, JP-4, JP-8, VV-F-800 Cooling: Water, radiator Fan: engine driven clutch type Transmission: Allison manufacturer, fully automatic Speeds: 3 forward, 1 reverse Transfer: Full time all wheel drive, integral transfer case

M203 Grenade Launcher: Ammunition

Caliber: 40mm Wt: 227g (8oz)

M9 Characteristics

Caliber: 9x19mm (9mm NATO) System of Operation: Short recoil, semiautomatic Locking System: oscillating block Rifling: RH 6 groove (pitch 250mm or 10in) Max effective range: 50m Max range: 1800m Front sight: blade, integral with slide Rear sight: notched bar, dovetailed to slide

Operational Level of War

Campaigns and major operations planned, conducted, and sustained here; to achieve strategic objectives within theaters Activities link tactics and strategy by establishing operational objectives needed to achieve strategic objectives, sequencing events to achieve them, initiating actions, and applying resources to bring about these events

UH-1N Weapons

Can carry two 7.62mm GAU-17 or M-60 machine guns and defensive armament system Allows Huey to use 2.75 inch rockets, crew-served .50 cal machine guns, and fixed forward and crew served 7.62mm machine guns

Rights of EPWs: Packages

Can contain food, clothing, medical supplies, religious educational or recreational articles, anything non contraband Can only be restricted by protecting power, red cross or protecting organization, prisoners themselves, or because of exceptional strain in transport or comms Does not free detaining power from its obligations (to feed, eg)

Transition

Can involve wide range of briefs, drills, or rehearsals to ensure shift from planning to execution Minimum: must include CONOPS brief, handover, and explanation of any tools developed (matrices, etc) Can include ROC drills and confirmation briefs Continuous process, requires free flowing information. Can be formal or informal, usually formal if planning and execution teams are separate

Expeditionary Maneuver Warfare

Capstone concept behind "total force in readiness" to meet challenges of rapidly changing world Focuses on USMC core competencies, evolving capabilities, and innovative concepts Ensures MC provides forces optimized for forward presence, engagement, crisis response, and warfighting

Joseph L Foss

Capt, pilot, instrumental in taking Japanese airfield at Guadalcanal Received MOH By end of WWII, second ranking USMC ace, with 26 kills (victories)

Class II Supply

Clothing, individual equipment, tentage, organizational tool sets and tool kits, hand tools, and administrative and housekeeping supplies and equipment

Increase Speed/Double Time

Carry hand to shoulder, fist closed Rapidly thrust fist upward vertically to full extent of arm and back to shoulder several times

Halt

Carry hand to shoulder, palm to front Thrust hand upward vertically to full extent of arm Hold in that position until signal is understood

Service Rifle Ammunition: Blank (M200)

Case mouth closed with seven-petal rosette crimp No projectile Violet tip Training purposes

Orders Development: Orders

CoS/XO directs orders development by dictating format setting and enforcing time limits and sequence, and assigning annexes to specific staff sections Order can be detailed written docs or simple verbals If basic order published, can issue fragmentary order (FRAGO) to subordinates No matter format, must be: clear, concise, timely, useful Final action in this step is commander signing the order- does not have to sign every appendix, but should review at least basic order

LCE for MEU

Combat logistics battalion MLG provides CLB with all necessary personnel and equipment for their missions

LCE For MEB

Combat logistics regiment

Class D Fire

Combustible metals (Mg, Ti, etc) and any other fires that require special handling

Class B Fire

Combustible/flammable liquids: oil, gasoline Small fire in confined space: CO2 and purple K powder work If larger, aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) Spaces subjected to major fuel or lube-oil spills (fire room, engine room) are equipped with HALON 1301 fluorocarbon gas flooding systems to be activated as last resort

M9 Inspection: Recoil Spring and Recoil Spring Guide

Check recoil spring for damage Check that it is not bent Check guide for straightness and smoothness Check to be sure it is free of cracks and burrs

CATF/CLF Relationship

Chosen by common superior commander or establishing authority depending on mission Full range of options available, but normally commanders retain OPCON over parent service forces and TACON over others attached Usually a support relationship is established

HQMC

Commandant and agencies that advise/assist him in discharging responsibilities explained in title 10: Function: assist secretary of Navy in his responsibilities Composition: 1. CMC 2. Assistant CMC 3. Deputy commandants 4. other members of USN/USMC assigned to HQMC 5. Civilian DoN employees assigned to HQMC Organized and tasked as the secretary of navy prescribes unless prohibited by law

EPW Procedures: Screening

Commander ensures steps taken when handling detainees Units (below battalion) should be trained on how to conduct TQ and make recommendations Detention facility commanders (DFC) establish policy and procedure for detention and interrogation, must be consistent with law and policy

Top Down Planning

Commander must not just participate in planning, must drive the process Personal involvement and guidance of CO are keys to planning CO uses planning to increase understanding of environment and problem to support decision making

Problem Framing: Commander's Intent

Commander's personal expression of purpose of operation Must be clear, concise, easily understood Helps subordinates understand context of action, guides them in absence of orders, allowing them to use judgment and initiative

Commander Intent

Commander's personal expression of the purpose of the operation Must be clear, concise, easily understood Helps subordinates understand context and guide action without explicit orders Must align with superior commanders intent Can be developed early, and constantly refined No specific format

Combatant Commanders

Commanders directly responsible to National Command Authority for performance of missions and preparedness Prescribe CoC within commands, designate appropriate authority to be exercised by subordinates Geographic commanders assigned geographic AOR Functional commanders support geographic ones, conduct ops in support of NCA, and can be assigned by NCA as supported combatant commander for an op

MWSS: Tasks

Conducts airfield ops, except ATC, for supported ACE units, including: 1. Internal airfield comms (within and between fields) 2. Weather services 3. Expeditionary airfield services (maintaining equipment) 4. Aircraft and ground refueling 5. Essential engineer services (construction, power, water, roads, drainage, mine detection, etc) 6. Internal motor transport 7. Mess facilities 8. Medical 9. Training 10. Organic NBC defense 11. Security and law enforcement 12. Air base commandant functions

MAGTF: Ground Combat Element

Conducts ground operations in support of mission Forms around an infantry organization Reinforced w artillery, recon, light armored recon, assault amphibian, tank, engineers Can be highly variable in size Only element that can seize and occupy terrain

1798

Congress recreates USMC as separate military service

COA Development: Questions

Consider many factors (METT-T, capabilities, cultural considerations, etc), but two fundamental questions: 1. What needs to be accomplished? 2. How should it be done?

LPSG: Ship's Platoon

Consists of LF personnel responsible for loading, stowing, offloading LF equipment and supplies Generally sourced from the ships embarked troops Can be reassigned to shore party labor pools as needed If possible, should be used again for backload ops

SMEAC: Execution: Coordinating Instructions: Locations of Tactical Control Measures

Consists of different requirements for night and day attack Day: Assembly area, attack position, line of departure, tentative assault position, final coordination line, limits of advance Night: Assembly area, attack position, line of departure, Release points, probably line of deployment

Amphibious Force

Consists of: Landing Force- MC (or Army) org to conduct amphibious ops Amphibious Task Force- Navy org for same purpose Together form AF which trains, organizes, equips for amphibious ops JP-302 says that terms commander of ATF and commander LF do NOT confer titles or command relationships In practice, refer by command titles or task force designators

Measure Charlie 1

Continue or introduce all measures in previous

Measure Delta 1

Continue or introduce all measures in previous FPCON

Measure Bravo 1

Continue or introduce all measures in previous FPCONs

Problem Framing: Understanding the Problem

Continued critical thinking and open, frank dialogue Helps reveal underlying nature of problem When you understand problem, you can point to possible solutions

Contour Interval Note

Contour lines are most common way to show relief and elevation on standard map All points on contour line are at same elevation Elevation represented by a line is vertical distance above or below sea level 3 types of contour lines used on standard map: index, intermediate, supplementary

G9 Integration: G2

Contributes to IPB process by providing pertinent civil considerations IDs civil considerations as PIR or CCIR Creates threat assessments of enemy actions or reactions to planned CMO Creates overlays of items impacting maneuverability

Hazardous Material Spill Response: Containment and Damage Control

Control immediate spread, minimize impact. 1. Fight fire (use correct materials) 2. Shut off/stem spill at its source: replace leaking containers, plug leaks, empty tanks, place leaky container into larger one, move leaky containers 3. Predict movement, try to prevent spill from entering other areas (close drains, ducts, doors, etc) 4. Contain liquid using barriers (sand, upholstery, etc)

LFSP Headquarters

Control landing ops within landing area Is afloat in initial stages, with decentralized ops to shore and beach party (first waves ashore) Command usually with shore party team commander, then BP group commander, then shore party group commander as they come ashore LFSP HQ is then established ashore, and commander takes OPCON of shore party, BPG, and all others

Navy Control Organization (NCO)

Controls ship to shore movement of waterborne and helicopterborne (via TACC) forces TACLOG is Marine agency for advising and assisting NCO Waterborne: via central and primary control officers Helicopterborne: TACC,HDC

Intel Bn: Company HQ

Coordinate administrative, operational, training, and logistic support for all subordinate company units in garrison or during tactical ops During ops, will assist G2 with establishing and operating surveillance and recon center

Arrival and Assembly Operations Group (AAOG)

Coordinate and control arrival and assembly ops Personnel from all MAGTF elements plus liaison from CNSE, FH, and NMCB

Hazardous Material Spill Response: Initiation of Action

Coordination by senior person (OOD, fire chief, damage control leader, etc) 1. Evacuate personnel from exposed areas 2. Cordon off area 3. Arrange for first aid for the injured 4. Do NOT enter area until proper PPE known/worn 5. Establish command post, comms network 6. Prevent spread without exposing personnel (close drains, vents, etc) 7. Disperse gases/vapors by fans or opening doors (only explosion-proof fans if concerns for explosion) 8. Eliminate fire/explosion hazards (flames, etc)

EPW Procedures: Transport

Coordination for detainee transport is responsibility of detaining power, must be performed by military personnel No single instruction can outline procedures because of the wide variety of transportation methods Commanders must use best judgment when selecting COA

FPCON Bravo

Increased or more predictable threat of terrorist activity Sustaining procedures for long period can affect operational capability, and relationships with local authorities

Ira H Hayes

Cpl, Pima Indian, part of 5th amphibious corps of marines commanded by MGen Harry Schmidt One of Marines in picture of second flag raising on Mt Suribachi shortly after it was taken on 23FEB1945

Departure Airfield Control Group (DACG)

DACG/AACG exercise for landing support companies supporting establishment personnel associated with unit air movement exercises

Destroyer

DDG Usually in gunfire support role Normal role is direct support of a battalion

Contour Lines: Supplementary

Dashed lines Show changes in elevation of at least 1/2 contour level Usually found where there is very little change in elevation- level terrain

Landing Zone Diameters

Day zones should be 100 ft larger than rotor blades, night zones 150 1. UH-1: 150/200 2. CH-46: 185/235 3. CH-53: 200/250

1982

Deployed to Lebanon as part of multinational peacekeeping force to restore peace and order Displayed 'force in readiness' Oct- suicide truck bomb attack on HQ killed 241 americans, wounded 70 Withdrew JUL1984

5th Echelon Maintenance

Depot End item overhaul and rebuilding performed by industrial-type activities using production line techniques, programs, and schedules

Maintenance Levels

Depot level Intermediate level Organizational level

Marine Corps Combat Development Command

Deputy Commandant, Command Development and Integration (CD&I) is CG of MCCDC He develops fully integrated MC warfighting capabilities: doctrine, organization, training/education, material, leadership, personnel, facilities (DOTMILPF) Enables MC to field combat ready forces In MCB Quantico

SALUTE: Equipment

Describe small arms, automatic weapons, indirect support weapons, direct support weapons, armored vehicles, personnel carriers, NBC equipment

Staff Cognizance

Describes broad coordinating responsibilities over special staff sections assigned to General/Executive staff officer in the area of primary interest

LCC Amphibious Command Ship: General

Designed to fulfill command and control requirements for surface, subsurface, and air units in amphib assaults USS Blue Ridge is distinctive: can communicate in high to super high frequencies, has two satellite systems Internal command areas highly automated for information processing Only class designed from hull up to support command and control of CATF, CLF, and TACC

Force Protection

Designed to protect service members, civilian employees, family members, facilities, info, and equipment in all locations and situations Via planned and integrated application of combating terrorism, physical security, opsec, personal protective services. Supported by intel, CI, and security

Hand Grenade Gripping

Difficult to arm if not held properly 1. Hold grenade in throwing hand, safety lever between 1st and 2nd joints of thumb 2. R handed: hold grenade upright, pull ring away from palm of throwing hand so it can be easily removed w a finger of free hand 3. L handed: invert grenade, fingers/thumb of throwing hand in the same manner as R handed

Surgeon

Directly responsible to CG and functions under cognizance of G-4 with respect to medical matters

Hazardous Material Spill Response: Dispersion of Gas/Vapor

Do not let enter other compartments. If needed, contain and dilute below lower explosive limit (LEL) Gas Free Engineer checks area for LEL/toxicity Disburse gas by: 1. normal exhaust (explosion-proof only) 2. blow out vents (more powerful, explosion-proof only) 3. open doors and hatches 4. portable fans (explosion-proof only)

Force Protection Condition (FPCON)

DoD approved system standardizing ID, actions, and responses to terrorist threats Principal means for CO to apply operational decision on how to protect against terrorism, facilitates inter-service coordination Allows military/civilian commanders flexibility to implement more stringent AT measures than those mandated under FPCON- each CON represents a minimum- can always add but never subtract

M9: Double/Single Action

Double: pulling trigger cocks hammer and immediately releases it, discharging first chambered round Single (first round): Hammer must first be manually locked to rear before pulling trigger. All shots after the first will automatically be single because slide automatically recocks hammer after each shot

Battle of Hue City

During Vietnamese holiday of Tet (JAN1968) Surprise offensive by NVA, infiltrated many troops into major population center of Hue City, South Vietnam Near-division size unit of NVA troops occupied Hue City and the Citadel USMC fought in built up areas for 1st time since Korean War No heavy arms to minimize civilian casualties Fought house to house, measured progress in yards Secured city on 25FEB1968

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps

E9, 3 chevrons, 4 rockers, USMC emblem

Master Gunnery Sergenat

E9, 3 chevrons, 4 rockers, exploding bomb

Sergeant Major

E9, 3 chevrons, 4 rockers, star

OPP Tasks

Each detachment prepares ship offload systems, lighterage, and embarked MPE/S for offload, including: 1. Cranes, winches, fuel/water discharge systems, slings, container handlers, container loading system 2. Lighterage 3. NSE equipment for instream and beach offload (TAMCNs that start with X) 4. MHE and vehicles needed to support offload (TAMCNs B and D) 5. All other equipment

Arrival and Assembly Operations Element (AAOE)

Each element within MAGTF and NSE establishes an AAOE. Tasks: 1. Initial C2 activities within assembly area until arrival of element commander 2. Obtain receipts for MPE/S and verify items w AAOG 3. Distribute MPE/S to unit equipment reception pts (ERPs) 4. Liaise with AAOG 5. Coordinate security in UAAs 6. Oversee preparations for combat 7. Provide throughput reports to AAOG as directed in arrival and assembly plan

1868

Eagle, Globe, Anchor adopted by BGen Jacob Zeilian (7th commandant) Modified British Marine emblem Depicts marines as American and maritime Globe and Anchor: worldwide service, sea traditions Eagle: symbol of America

Deadly Force

Efforts of an individual against another to cause death or substantial risk of death, or serious bodily injury

Amphibious Op Phases: Movement

Elements move from points of embarkation or from forward-deployed position to operational area Can start from rehearsal, staging, or rendezvous areas Ends when everyone arrives at their assigned spots

MEU (SOC) Concept of Employment

Embarked upon Navy Amphibious Ready Group Quick, sea based reaction force, often first force at a crisis and can conduct enabling actions for forces to follow Visible and credible presence in trouble spots Represents US willingness to protect interests overseas Organized, trained, equipped as self-sustaining, gen-purpose expeditionary MAGTF w capability to conduct ops across spectrum of conflict

Hazardous Material Spill Response: Cleanup and Decontamination

Employ methods on MSDS Clean all surfaces, then thoroughly ventilate Clean reusable PPE Wear appropriate respiratory protection

Measure Bravo 2

Enforce control of entry onto US infrastructure critical to mission accomplishment, lucrative targets, and high profile locations and randomly search vehicles entering Special scrutiny to vehicles that could conceal large IED

Measure Charlie 5

Ensure or verify ID of all people entering food and water storage and distribution centers Use sign in/out logs at access control points Limit or inspect all personal items

LFSP Structure

Established by LCE commander, operates as subordinate element of LF, OPCON of CLF Task organized based on mission Shore party and beach party elements provide support to waterborne elements Those carried in LCACs are supported by LCAC control teams Helicopterborne units supported by Helicopter support elements

Amphibious Assault

Establishment of LF on hostile/potentially hostile shore Capabilities allow to gain access to crisis area by forcible entry (amphib, airborne, air assault etc) If using more than one, use METT-T to decide to do them concurrent (simultaneous but different areas and objectives) or integrated (same areas and objectives)

Intel Bn: Force Imagery Interpretation Unit

FIIU Provide imagery analysis and imagery intelligence (IMINT) support

Contour Lines: Intermediate

Fall between index lines Finer, without elevation given Usually 4 intermediate lines between index lines

1776

First Marine landing during revolutionary war Invaded New Providence Island, Bahamas; seized guns and supplies

WRM Procurement

First USMC uses peacetime operating stocks owned by USMC or DoD Then relies on US industrial base and host nation support Finally, USMC stocks assets to meet WRM requirements only when other less resource-intensive sources are infeasible Deploys with WRM stocks, which may not exactly equal requirement due to funding

Women Marines: 1948

First eight enlisted Marines sworn in as active duty regular marines

Problem Framing: Commander's Orientation

First of many venues where CO, staff, and subordinates collaborate through exchange of info and sharing of ideas/perspectives Initial step in design effort to begin to frame problem

MAG VF/VA

Fixed wing MAG, conducts AAW and OAS ops from advance bases, FOBs, and aircraft carriers Can consist of any combination of fixed wing squadrons: VMA, VMFA, VMFA(AW), VMGR, VMU, VMAQ. Always has a fixed wing MALS

PPE Examples: Foot

Flight decks, hangars, machine/pipe shops, heavy parts stowage, etc have foot hazards Leather shoes for all personnel on ships for daily wear CORFAM only when immediately departing or returning or if specifically authorized (ceremonies, etc) Never in firerooms, machinery spaces, hot work areas Several types of safety shoes available

Clearing OFFSET Frequencies

Follow same procedures for setting offset, but keep pressing CHG until 00 is displayed

Less than Lethal Force

Force with weapons or equipment other than firearms, which have a nonlethal intended purpose but could still cause death or serious injury. Ex: 1. Handcuffs 2. Batons 3. Military Working Dogs 4. Show of Force

EA-6

Four place (1 pilot, 3 electronic countermeasure officer), twin engine subsonic electronic warfare aircraft VMAQ Suppresses enemy electronic activity, gains tactical electronic intelligence Can carry up to 5 integrally powered pods for jamming early warning, acquisition, and fire control radars Detects, analyzes, and records signals for post mission eval

LCC Amphibious Command Ship: Mission

Function as command ship for JTF as command, control, communications, computers, and intel (C4I) platform or for: naval component commander, numbered fleet commander, commander amphibious task force, MEF

Fire Support Tasks

Functions are performed in relation to: - Supporting forces in contact - Supporting commanders concept of operation - Integrating fire support with scheme of maneuver - Sustaining fire support

HCA: Nation Assistance

Furthers establishment of local government via crisis prevention Includes actions that assist and support legitimate governments and counter destabilizing attempts

Intelligence Battalion Commander/Intel Support Coordinator

G2 Planning, directing, collecting, processing, producing, disseminating intel and providing CI support to MEF 1. Garrison: organize, train, and equip detachments that support MAGTFs for collection, analysis, production, and dissemination of intel products 2. Ops: Dual hatted as ISC under G-2, responsible for panning and execution of allsource intelligence ops

Collection Management and Dissemination Officer

G2 Sourced from intel battalion S-3 Makes detailed intelligence collection requirements, tasks and coordinates ops to satisfy these Receives PIRs and IRs from ISC, manages best methods to employ them Forwards intelligence collection requests for national and theater intelligence Works in support cell during operations

Naval Gunfire Officer

G3 Coordinating, planning, integrating, monitoring naval gunfire support

Air Officer

G3 Coordination of air support Member of force fires coordination center FFCC or force support coordination center FSCC

Future Operations Officer

G3 Detailed planning for commands next mission

Visual Information Officer

G3 Duties w respect to photography to record ops, training, etc for use in future training, planning, documentation, or public info

Air Control/Antiair Warfare Officer

G3 Duties w respect to tactical air control and antiair warfare

Artillery Officer

G3 General duties w respect to artillery

Assault Amphibian Officer

G3 General duties w respect to assault amphibian matters

Fires Officer, Fires Support Coordinator

G3 Planning, coordination, integration, direction, and monitoring of organic and supporting lethal and non lethal fires All ground combat maneuver units (div thru battalion) have an FSC Assigned to Rear Area Operations Center

Civil Affairs Officer

G3 Enhance relationship between military forces and civilian population to ensure success Usually CO of civil affairs groups, commander of CA detachment, or team leader of CA team Currently, all CA units in reserve detachment, but trained personnel in AD can provide limited capabilities when needed

Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Defense Officer

G3 NBC Defense Plans and coordinates all activities related to NBC defense

Target Intelligence Officer

G3, TIO Head of target information section of division FSCC Must work closely with G2 section TIO No TIOs at regiment and battalion FSCCs, responsibilities handled or delegated by FSC

Engineer

G4 All engineering matters Force/division engineer is usually the senior engineer, advises commander on employment of engineer forces

Transportation Officer

G4 All transportation matters

Maintenance Management Officer

G4 Primary point of contact for maintenance management Responsibilities for all commodities of marine corps ground equipment

Avionics Officer

G4 Aviation Maintenance of aircraft electrical and electronic systems and their associated special support equipment

Aviation Ordnance Officer

G4 Aviation Performs general duties of special staff officer with respect to aviation munitions and ordnance

AV-8B Weapons

GAU-12 25mm gun system Can carry 9200lbs external ordnance Angle rate bombing system (ARBS) allows accurate first pass attacks and high kill probability using laser spot or TV tracking

Commandant of the Marine Corps

Gen David Berger Highest ranking officer of USMC, member of Joint Chiefs of Staff Reports to SECNAV, parallel to CNO Responsible for ensuring organization and readiness of his branch and for advising the President No operational command authority

Inspector General

General duties of special staff officer w respect to inspections of activities and units to ensure compliance with regulations, directives, and orders

FPCON Normal

General global threat of possible terrorist activity exists, warranting routine security posture Minimally, access control conducted at all DoD installations and facilities

MOOTW Details

Generally more politically sensitive because of the objective to limit potential hostilities In HA missions, neutrality is important. Many will not see US military as neutral but may become more receptive to working together when they see US military in action Example: Desert Shield was MOOTW, Desert Storm War

Power Amplifier

Increases LOS range to about 40k (10-40k) Variable output power level allows you to use minimum power needed, so you can lessen your electromagnetic signature- esp important at major command posts, which have multiple networks

Rights of EPWs: Copy of Geneva Conventions

Geneva conventions and annexes must be written in proper language and readily available Every POW camp must be under authority of officer of detaining power, who must have a copy as well In every camp, post geneva conventions in proper language and post where any POW could read them, with copies provided if they do not have access

Snakebite first aid

Get casualty to MTF with minimal movement Do not elevate bitten limb- immobilize below heart If on extremity, place constricting band above and below but do not cut off circulation. If extremity swells, move bands to outside swelling Clean with soap and water, no ointments Remove jewelry

Archibald Henderson

Grand Old Man of the Marine Corps BGen, became Commandant in 1820-1859 (his death) Led USMC thru indian wars, war w Mexico, 'opening' of China, and disorders in Central America Introduced higher standards of personal appearance, training, discipline Strived to have USMC known as professional military force, capable of more than sea and guard duties

SALUTE: Location

Grid coordinates at least 6 digits Refer to location from known point Include distance and direction (or azimuth) from known point

Control of Aircraft and Missiles

Integrates other 5 functions of MC Aviation Involves coordination of facilities, equipment, comms, procedures, and personnel Contributes to command and control, allows ACE commander to support MAGTF Executed through Marine Air Command and Control System (MACCS) ACE commander maintains centralized command, control is decentralized and executed via MACCS

PPE Examples: Hand

Hazards include sharp objects, chemicals, electrical equipment, hot work

M60 Mortar: Ammunition

High explosive (HE): against personnel and light material targets White Phosphorus (WP): used as screening, signaling, casualty producing, or incendiary target Illumination (ILLUM): Used in night missions requiring illumination for observation Training Practice (TP): used for training in limited areas

Field Sanitation: Cat-Hole

Highly mobile Cover with dirt after use

LSD Dock Landing Ship: General

Helicopter platform, super deck, mezzanine deck, well deck for carrying vehicles/cargo Mezzanine, super, and helicopter are constructed so they can be removed and stored shore if needed Mezzanine decks often removed, others rarely Vehicles can be loaded by landing craft into well deck, or lifted by crane to super deck for transit via ramps to stowage Vehicles in well deck must be 50ft from landing craft to minimize salt water immersion during ballasting

PPE Examples: Head

Helmets/hard hats for falling objects, low overheads, somewhat from electric shock Do not wear if cracked, has a Hole (not from manufacturer) or is painted Do not drill holes or modify (except for decals)

Service Rifle: Magazine

Holds cartridges ready for feeding Provides a guide for positioning cartridges for stripping, and provides quick reload capability for sustained fire

Azimuth

Horizontal angle measured clockwise from north base line (true, magnetic, or grid) Most common military method to express direction Point from which azimuth originates is center of imaginary circle (divided into 360dec or 6400mil)

Heat Stroke

Hot, dry skin. Weakness, dizziness, confusion, HA, seizures, rapid weak pulse, unconsciousness, collapse Move to shade, loosen clothing, spray or pour water and fan, massage extremities, elevate legs, drink one canteen slowly

Map Features: Blue

Hydrography or water features- lakes, swamps, rivers, drainage

Standing MEFs

I MEF- based in Southern California and Arizona, under MARFORPAC: 1st MARDIV, 3d MAW, 1st MLG II MEF- based in NC/SC, under MARFORCOM: 2d MARDIV, 2d MAW, 2d MLG III MEF- based in Okinawa, Japan, HI, Guam, under MARFORPAC: 3d MARDIV, 1st MAW, 3d MLG When deployed, MEF can have units from other MEFs, services, or nations. Usually deploys w 60 day sustainment

MEF Locations

I MEF: Southern California and Arizona II MEF: North and South Carolina II MEF: Japan and Hawaii Each has permanent CE, one division, MAW, and FSSG Constitute primary reservoir of combat capabilities from which MAGTFs are sourced

Measure Bravo 3

ID critical and high occupancy buildings Keep cars and objects away to reduce vulnerability to bomb attacks Apply this to all inhabited structures as possible Standoff distance determined by structure, assets, IED threat, available security Consider centralized parking

Map Features: Green

Identifies vegetation with military significance: woods, orchards, vineyards

Rights of EPWs: Mail

If must limit, cannot be less than 2 letters and 4 cards per month (capture cards do not count) If limiting further, only if it would benefit POW due to difficulties with translation If must limit, must come from power on which POWs depend Cannot delay mail as a punishment, must seal and label sacks of POW mail If no word for long time, or urgent need, send telegram in native language (charge against their account)

Deadly Force: Apprehension or Arrest

If necessary to arrest or prevent escape of person who has committed offense involving violence and serious harm

PPE Examples: Flotation Device

If people other than aircrew members and flight deck personnel need to wear life jackets, must be inherently buoyant Used in exposed battle stations, working over the side, topside in heavy weather, during replenishment at sea, and in small boats

Measure Delta 12

If permitted, close public and military roads and facilities If applicable, close military roads to airfield

Insect Bites/Stings: First Aid

If stinger remains, remove by scraping skin surface with fingernail or knife. Do not squeeze Wash with soap and water, remove jewelry Mild: ice, meat tenderizer, calamine Serious: treat like a snakebite

Staff Judge Advocate

If they have court martial authority, if not is "senior" JA Assists commander in admin of military justice and legal processing Legal officer if no SJA (under G1) Cognizance of C/S

M18 Smoke Grenade: Field Expedient

If you need to use it without fuze (combat only) 1. Remove tape from bottom to expose filler 2. Remove fuze by unscrewing 3. Ignite starter mixture w open flame 4. Throw immediately to avoid burn

Service Rifle Weapons Condition Determination

If you take charge of a weapon, must determine its condition. Includes discovering unmanned rifle, taking charge of your weapon after it has been unmanned (in a vehicle, etc), or taking another Marine's weapon 1. Determine if magazine is present 2. Ensure weapon is on safe 3. Conduct Chamber Check

Measure Bravo 6

Implement mail-screening procedures to ID suspicious letters and parcels

Measure Bravo 10

Implement plans to enhance off installation security of DoD facilities If threat level is moderate, significant, or high, this includes facilities (schools, daycare) and transportation services (bus routes) used by DoD employees and families

FILBE: IMTV

Improved Modular Tactical Vest (Flak) Cummerbund style main vest with protection for groin, low back, neck/throat Allows you to scale up or down as required 2-pt cutaway system, fully integrated side protection, communication routing channels, increased modular lightweight load carrying equipment (MOLLE) attachment pts More efficient weight distribution and inc protection to lateral torso (less exposure on side, under arms) Removable collar is 1/2 bulk of older Optional throat protection, removable side plate pockets, removable rifle bolster

L Hour

In amphibious ops, the time at which the first helicopter of helicopter borne assault wave touches down in landing zone

FPCON Delta

In immediate areas where terrorist attack HAS occurred, or when intel has been received that terrorist action against a SPECIFIC location or person is IMMINENT Normally a localized condition Not intended to be sustained for substantial periods

Mortar Team: Squad leader

In position to best control the squad Positioned to R of mortar, facing barrel Also FDC

Irregular Warfare: Counterterrorism

Include offensive action taken to prevent, deter, pre-empt, and respond to terrorism Example: Task force 58 during OEF demonstrated flexibility of forward deployed amphibious forces in CT

SMEAC: Administration and Logistics

Info or instructions pertaining to rations and ammunition, location of distribution point/corpsman/aid station, handling of POWs, etc

OPCON: Relationship

Inherent in COCOM Authority to organize and employ commands/forces Includes authoritative direction over all aspects of military ops and joint training necessary Usually gives full authority as commander sees necessary to accomplish mission Does not inherently include authoritative direction for admin or logistics, discipline, training, etc (ADCON) Example: MEF assigned OPCON to Navy Fleet commander

Measure Charlie 6

Initiate contingency monitoring for biological and chemical agents as needed Suspend contractors or off-facility user from tapping into facility water system as possible

Measure Alpha 5

Initiate food and water ORM procedures Brief personnel on food and water security Report unusual activities

M9 Inspection: Barrel Assembly

Inspect bore and chamber for pitting or obstructions Check locking block plunger for free movement of locking block Inspect locking lugs and barrel lugs for cracks and burrs

Demonstration

Intended to confuse enemy as to time, place, strength of main op Can be in same area or different area as intended assault Can cause enemy to empty reserves, disclose weapons positions, distract attention, harass, etc Demonstration in different area could be performed by different force

4th Echelon Maintenance

Intermediate Component and end item overhaul and rebuilding performed by CSS units at semi-permanent or fixed sites

UAV: Pioneer

Introduced in 1985, interim UAV capability to provide imagery intelligence (IMINT) for tactical commanders at land and sea 14,000 flight hours in 10 years, supported every major US contingency op to date 300+ combat recon missions during Persian Gulf ops 90-91 Since SEP1994, has flown contingency ops over Bosnia, Haiti, Somalia; most recently in Task Force Eagle and IFOR over Bosnia

Irregular Warfare: Foreign Internal Defense

Involves participation by civilian and military agencies of government in any action programs taken by another government (or designated organization) to free and protect its society from subversion, lawlessness, and insurgency Common task of MEUs and SPMAGTFs

Second Battle of Khe Sanh

JAN1968 USMC Defends firebase at Khe Sanh from two North Vietnamese Army divisions Held out under heavy bombardment for >2months, forced enemy to withdraw

Time Phased Force and Deployment Data

JOPES database portion of OPLAN contains time phased force data, non unit related cargo and personnel data, and movement data, including: 1. In place units 2. Units to be deployed (including order of priority) 3. Routing of forces to be deployed 4. Movement data associated w deploying forces 5. Estimates of non unit related cargo and personnel movements (concurrent with deployment) 6. Estimate of transportation requirements, both for those that can be completed by assigned units and those that must be done by common-user resources

GS Example: Task Organized Units

LCE commander assigns GS mission to CLB or landing force support party Task-organized GS units must have sufficient assets to perform functions of the mission Especially must establish and maintain comms and liaison with supported units and parent organization

LSD Dock Landing Ship: Whidbey Island Class

LSD 41 USS Whidbey Island Little Creek VA LSD 42 USS Germantown Sasebo Japan LSD 43 USS Fort McHenry Little Creek VA LSD 44 USS Gunston Hall Little Creek VA LSD 45 USS Comstock San Diego CA LSD 46 USS Tortuga Sasebo Japan LSD 47 USS Rushmore San Diego CA LSD 48 USS Ashland Little Creek VA

LSD Dock Landing Ship: Harpers Ferry Class

LSD 49 USS Harpers Ferry San Diego CA LSD 50 USS Carter Hall Little Creek VA LSD 51 USS Oak Hill Little Creek VA LSD 52 USS Pearl Harbor San Diego CA

1917

Landed as part of US Force in France, 8 distinct operations Awarded many decorations including French Fourragere (still worn by 5th and 6th Marines)

1965

Landed in south Vietnam- longest war in USMC history Many large offensive ops, and participated in pacification program to win support of locals Landed in DR to evacuate and protect US citizens in response to local coup, quickly restored peace

M1A1: Fire Control System

Laser rangefinder can range on targets 200-7990m from tank with accuracy of +/- 10m Equipped with thermal imaging system (TIS) which provides fire control system with night vision capability by presenting a thermal scene in gunner's primary sight eyepiece TIS picture can be viewed at 3x or 10x magnification

LCAC: General

Latest generation of amphibious assault landing craft Combines heavy lift of surface assault with speed of helicopter via air cushion technology Can travel over land and water, over-the-horizon distance 12-100 nautical miles Can operate independent of tides and hydrography Can be affected by weather, but less so than others

Determining Distance: Straight Line

Lay straight edge piece of paper on map so it touches both points (and extends past) Make tick mark for each point Move paper to graphic scale, determine ground distance

MEF Forward

Lead echelon of MEF or sometimes a standalone MAGTF capable of sustained expeditionary ops Usually smaller than MEF, larger than MEB

Course of Action Development

Leads to options for how mission and intent might be accomplished Informs commander's intent and guidance, provides options while continuing to redefine understanding Each COA should employ different means/methods to address task, but still employ commanders intent

Move Right

Left arm extend horizontally sideways in direction of movement Other arm swung overhead in same direction Repeat movement

M16A4 Characteristics

Length (in): 39.63, 44.88 with bayonet knife Barrel rifling right hand 1 twist: 7in Muzzle velocity: 3100 f/s Cyclic rate of fire: 800 rounds/min Maximum effective rate of fire (rounds/min): semiautomatic 45, burst (3-round) 90, sustained 12-15 Range (m): Max 3,600; Max effective: point 550, area 600

M203 Grenade Launcher: Weapon

Length of rifle with grenade launcher: 99cm (39in) Length of barrel: 30.5cm (12in) Length of rifling: 25.4cm (10in) Weight of launcher unloaded: 1.4kg (3lb) Weight of launcher loaded: 1.6kg (3.5lb) Weight of rifle and grenade launcher with both fully loaded: 5.0kg (11lb) Number of lands: 6

M9 Dimensions

Length: 217mm (8.54in) Width: 38mm (1.5in) Height: 140mm (5.51in) Weight (empty magazine): 960g (33.86oz) Weight (15 rd magazine): 1145g (40.89oz) Barrel Length: 125mm (4.92in)

HIMARS Characteristics

Length: 7m (23ft) Weight: 10,900kg (24,000lb) Height: 3.2m (10.5ft) Width: 2.4m (7.87ft) Operational Range: 480km (298mi) Speed: 85km/h (52.8mph) Armament: 6 M270 Multiple launch rocket system series rockers or 1 MGM 140 ATACMS missile Crew: 3

Draw

Less developed stream course than a valley Essentially no level ground, no maneuver room If standing in a draw, ground slopes up in 3 directions, down in 1 Initial formation of a valley Contour lines, like a valley, U or V shaped w closed end toward high ground (but narrower)

M203 Grenade Launcher

Lightweight, single-shot, breech-loaded, pump action (sliding barrel), shoulder fired weapon Attached to M16A1(or A2) rifle Uses several fixed-type, low velocity 40mm rounds Fires high-explosive, illuminating, signaling, CS, and training ammo

Tactical Control

Limited to the detailed and usually local direction of movements or maneuvers necessary to accomplish assigned missions or tasks Same defn for USMC and joint, not used within MAGTF Can be used at any echelon at or below COCOM Inherent in, but more limited than, OPCON - no organizational authority Ex: MEF has TACON over allied infantry reg, assigned it to MARDIV commander

SALUTE Example

Line alpha - platoon minus Line bravo - moving south, on road, in column line charlie - 947859 line delta - red patches line echo - 150930Z MAR21 line fox - 25 rifles, 3L including weapons. Antiarmor rockets, 2 lt machine guns

True North

Line from any point on earth to the north pole All lines of longitude are true north lines Usually represented by a star

Ridgeline

Line of high ground, usually with changes in elevation along top and low ground on all sides Total of 10 natural or manmade terrain features are classified from ridgelines alone All features derived from mountain or ridgeline

Family of Improved Load Bearing Equipment (FILBE)

Load carrying systems and components, designed to provide stable platform for carrying equipment and supplies across individual or unit ops Includes load carriage system for pack, pistol holster, corpsman assault system, individual water purification system, sub belt, body armor pouch suite, and chest rig

Legend

Lower left margin of map Illustrates and identifies symbols used to depict more prominent features Not the same on every map, so must refer to legend before reading

Service Rifle

M16 or M4 with RCO Lightweight, 5.56mm, magazine-fed, gas-operated, air-cooled, shoulder-fired rifle Fires semiautomatic single shot, or 3 round burst using selector lever

60mm Mortar

M224: muzzle loaded, smooth bore, high-angle-of-fire Can be drop fired or trigger fired Major components: Cannon, bipod, sight unit, base plate (M8 or M7 Same goals and objectives as 81 (timely, immediate, surprise fire)

ADCON: Examples

MAGTF commanders usually have ADCON over all organic, assigned, attached MC forces but not from other services Subject to command authority of combatant commanders Authority necessary to fulfill military dept statutory responsibilities for admin and support ADCON indicates one unit is conditionally under control of another commander for admin matters: "tank co attached to infantry less adcon" (aka except personnel and logistics, etc)

MAGTF: Command Element

MAGTF headquarters; task-organizes to provide command/control capabilities for planning, execution, and assessment Can also be command/control within joint force Can include additional command/control and intel capabilities from other assets (national, theater, recon, etc) Can employ other major subordinate commands

OPP Personnel and Headquarters

MAGTF, NSE, naval embarked advisory team (NEAT), and designated force protection units OPP on MPSRON by O-4 (offload day -4) OPP HQ: key personnel from Navy (OIC, NSE/NEAT OICs) and USMC (asst OIC) OPP OIC becomes OCU OIC on O-1 (Navy day) Asst OPP OIC becomes MAGTF offload liaison officer OPP HQ usually on flagship if room available OIC publishes daily SITREP Remaining personnel assigned to specific ships, called "OPP detachment", led by senior MC officer aboard who reports to OPP OIC

Marine Corps Systems Command

MARCORSYSCOM Commandant's principal agent for equipping forces to accomplish warfighting mission In Quantico

LPSG: Special Attachments

Made for defense, liaison, special tasks. E.g.: - air defense units - tactical units to counter threats - LFSP could take OPCON for area defense - If army or allied units attached, reps are attached to LFSP for liaison/coordination - NCR for construction tasks (seabees)

M1A1 Tank

Main battle tank, turbine engine High speed, maneuverability, variety of weapons to attack and destroy tanks, equipment, and forces Provides protection from enemy weapons Consists of hull and turret assemblies Turret can rotate 360degrees Engine burns a variety of fuels: DF-1, DF-2, JP8, DF-A preferred but JP4 ok in emergency

Depot-Level Maintenance

Maintenance done on material requiring major rework or complete rebuild including manufacture, modification, testing, and reclamation of parts Supports lower levels of maintenance beyond O/I levels Provides stocks of serviceable equipment by using more extensive facilities that are available in other levels

Class VII Supply

Major end items- a final combination of end items that is ready for intended use

Freeze

Make the signal for HALT, make a fist with your hand

Mameluke Sword

Mamelukes were elite Muslim military force of E and N Africa, and used sword with gold hilt, ivory handle, and curved blade Prince Hamet Bey gave one to Lt OBannon after heroics in Tripoli, and has been associated with USMC since early 19th century

Voice Transmission Range: High (HI) Power

Manpack or vehicular 5k-10k

MACG

Marine Air Control Group HQ coordinates all aspects of air command/control and defense within MAW Provides command and staff fxns for MACG commander when deployed as part of MAGTF ACE

Control of Aircraft and Missiles: Agencies

Marine Air Control Group (MACG) provides, staffs, operates, and maintains principal MACCS agencies: TACC, TAOC (tactical air command/ops centers) (with early warning/control EW/C center), Marine Air Traffic Control Detachment (MATCD), direct air support center (DASC) and DASC(Airborne) All MC aircraft can provide some coordination and control during support missions HMLAs, VMFA(AW)s can provide FAC(A) (Forward air control) or tactical air coordination (airborne) (TAC(A)) services to support MACCS

MACS

Marine Air Control Squadron Provides air surveillance and control of aircraft and surface-to-air weapons for AAW Continuous all weather radar/nonradar ATC services and airspace management in support of MAGTF Squadron HQ, TAOC detachment, two ATC detachments One MACS organization includes four TMD

MAGTF

Marine Air Ground Task Force MC component commanders usually task/organize for ops by forming MAGTFs Balanced air-ground, combined arms formations under one commander Principal organization for all MC missions due to flexibility Expeditionary, can vary in size and capability according to mission, equipped for rapid deployment

MASS

Marine Air Support Squadron Provides DASC capabilities for control and coordination of fixed and rotary operating in direct support of MAGTF Organic to MACG If supporting MAGTF, task organized as part of ACE

VMA

Marine Attack Squadron Attacks and destroys surface targets under day and night visual meteorological conditions, provides helicopter escort Usually functions as integral unit, or as squadron(-) w deployed aircraft detachment This facilitates dual-site ops, provides for support of simultaneous contingencies, allows for fulfillment of continuous deployment program requirements Has 16 AV-8B (10 in squad, 6 in detachment)

MALS

Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron Provides aviation-logistic support, guidance, and direction to MAG squadrons on behalf of CO Also logistics support for Navy funded equipment in supporting MWSS, MACS, and Marine wing mobile calibration complex Organized as a core unit, supplemented by aircraft specific, MWSS and MACS augmentees: allows squadron to provide support to MAG's aircraft squadrons, MWSS, and MACS in garrison or ACE

FMF Pin: Eagle, Globe, and Anchor

Marine Corps Emblem Center of pin, making clear wearer is a member of USN/USMC team

VMFA

Marine Fighter/Attack Squadron Intercepts and destroys enemy aircraft under all weather conditions, attacks and destroys surface targets Usually functions as integral unit Structured to operate as subordinate of MAG Each squadron has 12 FA-18 A/C

HMLA

Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron Provides combat utility helicopter support, attack helicopter fire support, and fire support coordination during amphib ops and subsequent ops ashore Integral unit or squadron(-) with detachments, facilitating dual-site, multiple contingencies, and continuous deployment 18 AH-1W and 9 UH-1N

VMM

Marine Medium Tilt-Rotor Squadron Provides assault transport of combat troops in initial assault waves and follow on stages of amphib ops and subsequent ops ashore Usually functions as integral unit, structured to operate as subordinate unit of MAG Utilizes MV-22, which operates from capable ships, main bases, and austere forward locations Capable of in flight refueling, has 2100 nautical mile deployment range, can carry 24 combat equipped troops or 10000 pound external load Mission/tasks similar to CH-46E

VMAQ

Marine Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron Conducts airborne EW Organized to function independently, with own logistic and admin support Structured to operate as subordinate unit of MAG or carrier air wing Each squadron has 5 EA-6B aircraft

VMU

Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron Operates and maintains UAV system to provide unmanned aerial recon support to MAGTF Organic to MAW, structured to operate as subordinate unit of a MAG Various sections give it capability to operate/maintain one UAV system and associated support equipment MALS augment section provides intermediate level maintenance and supply support Has one Pioneer system, 5 UAVs

MWCS

Marine Wing Communication Squadron Provides expeditionary comms for ACE, including phased deployment of task-organized elements Consists of HQ and 1-2 MWCS detachments

MWHS

Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron Provides command, admin, and supply support for MAW HQ and parts of MACG Usually integral unit, subordinate of MAW

MWSS

Marine Wing Support Squadron Provides all essential aviation ground support to a designated fixed or rotary component of an ACE and all supporting or attached elements of MACG

Combatant Commands

Marine forces assigned to regional unified combatant commands at discretion of secdef, approval of president

Mission of the Marine Corps

Marines are trained, organized, and equipped for offensive amphibious employment and as a force of readiness

1900

Marines defend American Legation in Peking China during Boxer Rebellion Part of multinational defense force , held out against Boxers until relief force arrived to end rebellion

First To Fight

Marines have been on forefront of every american war since founded Entered Revolution in 1775 >300 landings on foreign shores Served worldwide Record of readiness reflects pride, responsibility, challenge

1861

Marines saw limited action in Civil War Resignations, aging officer corps, inadequate personnel lead to hindered effectiveness Mostly on naval detachments at sea (manning ship guns)

1805

Marines storm Barbary Pirates stronghold at Derna on 'shores of Tripoli' Raised stars and stripes for first time in Eastern Hemisphere

Landing Zone Considerations

Mark or identify obstacles that cannot be removed Ground must be firm enough to avoid bogging down Free of heavy dust, loose snow, logs, rocks, dry grass Entry/exit routes chosen so landings/takeoffs occur over lowest obstacles, and so direction is into wind with minimum crosswinds of 10kts and tailwinds of max 5kts Also consider wind bc of its effects on dust Must be able to ascend/descend vertically when fully loaded Landing point should be at a distance 10x as far from an obstacle as obstacle is high

LZ Marking: Obstacles

Marked with red light 1. If on approach route, both near and far sides marked 2. If on departure route, near side marked 3. If protrudes into PZ or LZ but is not on flight route, near side marked 4. Large obstacles on approach route are marked by encircling with red lights

HMMWV Performance

Max speed: 55mph at gross weight Range: 275-337 miles Maximum grade: 60% Side slope: 40 degrees Fording: Without kit 30", with kit 60"

M249 Fire

Maximum rate of fire of 850 rounds/min Ammo primarily fed from 200 round ammo box containing disintegrating metallic split-link belt Can use 20-30 round M16 magazine in an emergency but this increases chance of stoppage Greater effective range and higher rate of fire than any other weapon in rifle squad

Class VIII Supply

Medical material, including medical unique repair parts

Modified Resection

Method of locating your position on map when you are located on linear feature on ground (road, canal, stream) 1. Orient map (compass or terrain) 2. Find distant point on ground and map 3. Determine magnetic azimuth from your location to that point 4. Convert to grid, then to back 5. Using protractor, draw line for back azimuth from known spot toward your location 6. Location is where line intersects the linear feature. Determine coordinates

MOOTW Types

Military Operations Other Than War Wide range of combat and noncombat ops, including: 1. Noncombatant evacuation ops (NEO) 2. Strikes and raids 3. Arms control, enforcement of exclusion zones, peacekeeping, peace enforcement 4. Nation Assistance 5. Protection of shipping 6. Humanitarian assistance

War Reserve Material

Mission essential principal end items, secondary items, and munitions required to attain operational objectives in scenarios authorized for sustainability planning, and other stockage objectives Inventory acquired during peacetime Inventories are flexible and provide expansion capability that can respond to contingencies while minimizing investment in resources

Insect Bites/Stings

Most are not serious, pain and local swelling Watch for anaphylaxis Black widow is neurotoxic (cramps, rigid abdomen, breathing issues, N/V) Brown recluse can cause local gangrene

Assault Amphibian Battalion: AAVs

Mostly used to transport personnel in tactical ops If assets permit, can also be used as cargo carriers forward of forward edge of battle area (FEBA)

Shadow Tip Clock

Move stick to intersection of EW and NS lines drawn W is 0600, E is 1800, NS is noon line (shadow may move CW or CCW depending on location and season) Can use shadow to estimate time of day Not a true clock: every day is 12 unequal hours with sunrise at 0600 and sunset at 1800 Does not work well in polar regions (above 60deg)

MEB ACE

Much like SPMAGTF: Usually task-organized group, mix of rotary, short take off/landing craft, MACG detachment, fixed wing MALS, and rotary MALS Actual composition depends on mission

Load Bearing Equipment Drag

Multiple variations, drag unconscious casualty (or one who cannot stand) by ILBE

Authorized User List

Must include stock number and item name (if purchased via stock system) or product and manufacturer name if not Must identify processes for which each hazmat is allowed to be used Must maintain AUL for all hazmat allowed for use in activity

Orienting a Map: Terrain Association

Must know your approximate location Requires careful observation of ground Useful when compass unavailable

MOUT: Rules of Engagement

Nature of operation may restrict use of weapons 1. Minimize civilian casualties or collateral destruction in order to: a. avoid alienation of local population b. reduce risk of adverse world or domestic opinion c. preserve facilities for future use d. preserve cultural facilities and grounds 2. limit use of specific ground or air weapons

OPP OIC

Navy officer designated by CNSE Marine OPP under cognizance of senior Marine officer (assistant OPP OIC) OPP commander reports to COMPSRON for directions OPP is dependent on COMPSRON while aboard but answers to MAGTF commander Relationship of OPP OIC to ship master is like an embarked unit commander and ship CO OIC conveys the MAGTF priorities to define objectives for offload

AH-1Z Viper

Network Systems: Link-16, VMF, SATCOM Combat Radius: 137nm Weapons Stations: 6 Empty Weight: 11,700 Max Gross: 18,500 Useful Payload (HOGE): 5,558 Cruise Speed: 137knts Offensive Systems: 20mm cannon, 2.75 rockets, Hellfire w multiple warhead configurations, AIM-9 sidewinder Defensive: AAR47 B(v)2, ALE47, APR39

EPW Procedures: Initial Detention

Normally held at detainee collection point pending immediate evac Transport from DCP to detainee holding area ASAP At DHA, human intelligence collectors should screen all arriving to determine those suspected of having info of immediate tactical value

Grid North

North established by using vertical grid lines on a map Usually symbolized by GN or y Often parallel to true north

SALUTE: Size

Number of personnel Number of vehicles

Second Lieutenant

O1, One gold bar

Hazardous Material

One or more of: 1. Flashpoint below 200F closed cup, or subject to spontaneous heating, or will polymerize with large amounts of energy released when handled/stored/shipped 2. Threshold limit value below 1000ppm (gas/vapor), 500ppm/m3 (fumes), 30mppcf (dusts( 3. 1 oral dose causes 50% fatalities to test animals w less than 500mg/kg 4. Strong oxidizing or reducing agent 5. Causes first deg burns to skin in short time exposure or systematically toxic by skin contact 6. Normal use produces dusts/gases/fumes/vapors/mists/smokes with above characteristics 7. Sensitizing or irritating effects 8. Radioactive 9. Other reason it could cause harm if stored improperly

1990

Operation Desert Shield following invasion of Kuwait by Iraq Designed to hold advance of Iraqi forces, position multinational forces for potential offensive ops to expel invaders Validated Maritime Propositioning Force (MPF) concept Enacted plan of units to accomplish mission as part of MAGTF (Marine Air Ground Task Force)

OMFTS Doctrine

Operational Maneuver From the Sea Naval forces enable the US to exert its influence on littoral regions Deals explicitly with full spectrum of challenges of adapting tradition of maneuver warfare to all aspects of war in/around coastal waters Heart is maneuver of naval forces at operational level- aims to exploit enemy weaknesses to deal decisive blows Movement alone is not an operational maneuver Operational maneuver should be directed against an enemy center of gravity- something essential to enemys ability to continue the fight

Single Battle Concept

Operations/events in one part of battlespace can have profound effects on others, so CO must view battlespace as one indivisible entity Prepare for a single battle effort in order to provide larger context

VHF: Considerations

Operator maintenance as well as planning and selection are important for reliable comms Frequency separation, antenna separation, remote rekeying (w COMSEC), and power output also important SINCGARS can be limited to single-channel on some ships In frequency hopping, must take into account hopset, net sync time/mission date, antenna placement (esp cosite interference), power setting If same numbered net but different hopset, will not communicate

Back Azimuth

Opposite direction of azimuth- kind of like an about face To get back azimuth from azimuth: add 180deg if original was 180deg or less, subtract if 180 or more Back azimuth of 180 is zero or 360 For mils, same policy but with 3200 Ex: 18=198, 247=67

1st Echelon Maintenance

Organizational Limited action performed by crew or operator as prescribed by applicable manuals

Intelligence Battalion

Organizes, trains, and equips task organized intel detachments for service with MAGTFs or other commanders as directed Includes company HQ, topographic platoon, SCAMP, FIIU, Direct Support Teams

LHD Amphibious Assault Ship (Multipurpose): General

Original design features of LHA Can embark large part of landing force with its equipment and supplies, flag spaces for Navy and Marine corps units Expanded data display uses latest tech to enhance commanders ability to control assets Aviation facilities can support combo helicopter squadron, AV-8B VSTOL, or combination In secondary mission, can accommodate 20 AV8B and 4-6 SH60B LAMPS III

Production and Analysis Cell Officer In Charge

P&A OIC, G2 Third principal subordinate to integrated staff cell (ISC) (CMDO, SARC, P&A) Manage all source intelligence processing and production efforts

PPE Examples: Falls

Parachute type full body safety harnesses with DynaBrake safety lanyards at all times when climbing, working aloft, or over the side

Purpose of MC Aviation

Participate as an air component of MAGTF in seizure and defense of advance Naval bases To conduct land ops as may be essential for prosecution of naval campaign Collateral mission: to participate as component of naval aviation in the execution of other navy functions

Handcuffs

Person who poses immediate threat of serious injury, death, destruction of evidence, or escape should be handcuffed securely, but not so tight to cause injury or pain Double lock, check periodically to ensure not causing injuries Never handcuff to objects, including vehicles (includes leg irons too)

Depot Maintenance

Performed on material requiring major overhaul or complete rebuild of parts, assemblies, subassemblies, and end items Includes manufacture of parts, modifications, testing, reclamation as required Supports lower categories by providing technical assistance and performing maintenance beyond their responsibility Provides stocks of serviceable equipment, uses more extensive facilities for repair than are otherwise available

Navy Beach Group (NBG)

Permanently organized naval command within amphibious force Commander and staff, beachmasters unit, amphib construction battalion, and assault craft unit Provides administrative grp from which naval tactical components are made available to attack force commander and amphibious landing commander to support the landing of one reinforced division Task-organizes beach party teams for specific tasks Can make limited beach improvements to help landing and evac of casualties and EPWs

Class III Supply

Petroleum, oils, lubricants

Hazardous Material Spill Response: Spill Discovery and Notification

Phase 1 Verbally report discovery immediately to supervisor and OOD. Crewmembers leave area, but discoverer report info when possible: 1. Time 2. Location 3. ID material spilled 4. Behavior of material (reactions seen) 5. Source of spill (tank, container, etc) 6. Personnel in vicinity (name and department) 7. Volume of spill 8. Anticipated movement of spill (eg leak to lower deck) 9. Labeling info (copy data from container after spill eliminated)

CH46

Phased out, no logner active Dual pilot, twin engine, tandem rotor assault support HMMs, provides assault transport of troops Cabin can hold 25 personnel, normal configuration for 15 combat equipped troops Can transport supplies and medevac for 15 litters Can mount 2 7.62mm M60 machine guns OR 2 .50cal XM-218 machine guns. Crash attenuating pilot seats, exhaust infrared suppressors, crashworthy fuel system in 46E

Air Recon: Multisensor Imagery

Photographic, side-looking airborne radar, and infrared techniques When imagery processed, provides intel to all interested commands

Locating a Coordinate: With a Coordinate Scale

Place appropriate scale with 0-0 point at lower LEFT corner of grid square Slide horizontally until your vertical line intersects point, and read intersection of grid line. May need to estimate in between lines. Read RIGHT, then UP Scale used when precision of more than 100m is needed. 8 digit coordinate is accurate to 10m

Fire Support Coordination

Planning and executing of fires so that targets are adequately covered by a suitable weapon or group of weapons

J/G-9/Civil Affairs

Planning and integration of CAO and CMO Ensure integration of civil considerations, focused on operational area, but must also focus on logistics Proactive during MDMP to integrate CAO and CMO planning considerations

Shift (L, R, Forward, Back)

Point to individuals or units concerned Beat on chest simultaneously with both fists Point to location you desire them to move to

Tactical Optical Wire-Guided Weapon System

Portable, vehicle mounted, heavy antiarmor weapon system Launcher plus one of five versions of TOW missile Designed to defeat armored vehicles and other targets (field fortifications, etc) up to 3,750m After firing, gunner must keep cross hairs of sight centered on target to ensure hit Operates in all weather conditions in which gunner can see target throughout flight (day or night sight)

Field Waste Disposal

Preferred in bivouac is chemical toilet. Individual collection bags when on march Type of improvised waste disposal depends on mission, length of stay, terrain, weather. If no chemical toilets, burn-out latrine preferred Always check local regulation

Table of Equipment

Prescribes basic allowances of organizational equipment, provides control to develop, revise, or change equipment authorization inventory data

Table of Organization

Prescribes normal wartime mission, organizational structure, and personnel and equipment requirements for a military unit Also called table of organization and equipment TOE Basis for MTOE (authorization document) (TOE not an authorization document)

USMC Hearing Conservation Program: Goal

Prevent MC personnel from suffering occupational hearing loss due to noise exposure Ensure auditory fitness for duty in MC and civilian workforce HL is slow and incremental, and may not be noticed until it is too late The ear does not block out noise, so must reduce noise produced, limit exposure time, or stopping noise from reaching ear

Very High Frequency

Primarily Single-Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS)- lightweight combat radios, primary comms for C&C and fire support on battlefield High security against electronic warfare via frequency hopping and integrated COMSEC Voice and data (up to 16kbps) transmission Range: 30-87.975MHz

RQ7B Shadow

Primarily aerial recon system supporting target acquisition, command and control, and ISR support Combat radius: 75nm Empty weight 186lb Max gross and use payload: 350 Top speed 105kts Cruise speed w payload 65kts Offensive system: POP300D Laser Communications relay (VHF/FM), EO/IR Sensor, Laser pointer, Laser designator

ORM

Process of dealing with risk associated with military operations, which includes risk assessment, risk decision making and implementation of effective risk controls

ORM: Risk Assessment

Process of detecting hazards and assessing associated risks

Service Rifle Ammunition: Ball (M855)

Primary ammunition for service rifle Identified by green tip 62 grain gilded metal-jacket bullet Rear 2/3 of core is lead alloy, and front 1/3 is solid steel penetrator Primer and case are waterproofed

5 Inch 54/62 caliber Mk 45 lightweight gun

Primary battery for NSFS Maximum effective range 23,127 m

Departure Airfield Control Group (DACG)

Primary interface w AMC TALCE at APOEs Responsible for receiving deploying equipment and personnel from the units at APOE Coordinates with TALCE to ensure cargo and personnel are properly prepared for air shipment Delivers cargo to ready line

Arrival Airfield Control Group (AACG)

Primary interface with AMC TALCE at APODs Responsible for receiving and moving personnel, equipment, and supplies from aircraft flight line to initial staging areas

Grid Coordinate Scale

Primary tool for plotting grid coordinates Divides square more accurately, for more consistency and fewer errors Square has 1 triangle for 1:25,000 and 1:250,000, and additional triangles for 1:50k and 1:100k maps 25k, 50k, and 100k have 1000m grid blocks being divided, 250k has a 10000m grid block

LFSP: Missions

Primary: to provide initial combat support and combat logistics for the LF during ship-to-shore movement Secondary: 1. Facilitate landing and movement of troops, equipment, and supplies across beaches and into LZs, ports, airfields 2. Assist in efforts to evacuate casualties and POWs 3. Assist in beaching and retraction of ships, craft, piers, amphibious vehicles 4. Direct landing craft and AAV salvage ops in surf zone 5. Facilitate establishment of LCE, ACE, NBG ashore

Marine Expeditionary Force

Principal MC warfighting organization, capable of missions across range of military ops- amphibious assault, sustained ops ashore MEF CE can function as JTF HQ with right augments Each of 3 MEFs has DIV, MAW, FSSG, and they form reservoir from which MAGTFs are sourced

Measure Charlie 9

Protect all designated infrastructure critical to mission accomplishment Give special attention for infrastructure outside military establishment and coordinate as needed

Communications Security (COMSEC)

Protection from all measures designed to deny unauthorized persons information of value that might be derived from the possession and study of telecommunications, or to mislead unauthorized persons in their interpretation of the results of such possession and study Goal: to protect friendly communication from enemy exploitation while ensuring unimpeded use of assigned electromagnetic spectrum Must be inherent part of comms and EW protection: safety without losing own comm ability Features help (Freq hopping, encryption) but relies on individual responsibility and proper use, managed by G-6

Lensatic Compass: Cover

Protects floating dial Contains sighting wire (front sight) and two luminous sighting slots or dots used for night navigation

Head Protection

Protects workers heads against bumps, cuts, impact, penetration, and electric shock

MEF HQ Group: Tasks

Provide administrative and service support to MEF CE and MHG subordinate units Provide HQ commandant support to MEF CE

Communications Battalion

Provide communications and information system support

Intel Bn: Direct Support Teams

Provide enhanced intelligence analytical, production, and dissemination capabilities

MLG Concept of Employment

Provide sustained combat logistics to each element of MEF beyond organic capabilities Provides LCEs to smaller MAGTFs If task-organized force is larger than 1 division and 1 wing, may require augmentation Establishes beach support areas, landing zone support areas, LCE areas, force LCEA (FLCEA), and other installations as needed for responsive, timely support

Radio Battalion

Provide tactical signal intelligence (SIGINT), ground based electronic attack, communications security (COMSEC) monitoring, and special intelligence communication support

Maintenance Battalion: Mission

Provides GS and intermediate (3-4 echelon) maintenance support for MC furnished tactical ordnance, engineering, motor T, communications electronics, and general support equipment for the MEF

ANGLICO

Provides a liaison capability with foreign area expertise to plan, coordinate, employ, and conduct terminal control of fires in support of joint, allied, and coalition forces Each echelon capable of providing same support that TACP provides to Marine units but with more robust fire support

MEF Headquarter Group: Mission

Provides admin and service support to MEF CE and to intel ,CI, ground recon, CIS, and liaison organizations

MEF Command Element Mission

Provides command and control of MEF Responsible for command, control, direction, planning, and coordination of corps-level air, ground, and logistical operations of assigned forces

Geneva Convention Relative to Treatment of Prisoners of War

Provides for humane treatment of enemy POWs (EPWs) Regulates the following as it relates to EPWs: - treatment: care, food, clothing, medical care, housing - discipline/punishment - labor and pay - external relations - representation - international exchange of information - termination of captivity

MLG: Function

Provides general and direct support and sustained combat logistics above organic capabilities of supported elements Sustains MAGTF in combat logistics during deployment and employment of the MEF and smaller, geographically separated MAGTFs in all levels of conflict Formerly called FSSG

War Material Procurement Capability

Quantity of an item that can be ordered on D-day or after the day an operation begins Sources can include industry or other available sources (host nations) (Option 2)

Move Left

R arm extended horizontally sideways in direction of movement Other arm swung overhead in same direction Repeat movement

Skirmishers (R/L)

Raise both arms lateral until horizontal, arms and hands extended, palms down If need to indicate direction, move in desired direction at the same time If signaling for fire team skirmishers, indicate R or L by moving appropriate hand up and down Hand does not depend on direction you are facing: L hand always means L

Alternate Fireman's Carry

Raise casualty by putting hands on back, under their underarms with them facing you Be careful to avoid head snapping back

Form Column

Raise either arm to vertical Drop arm to rear, describing complete circles in vertical plane parallel to body Works for troop or vehicle column

Hasty Ambush (L/R)

Raise fist to shoulder level Thrust several times in desired direction

Change Direction

Raise hand on the side toward the new direction across body, palm to front Swing arm in horizontal arc, extending arm and hand to point in new direction

VHF: Limitations

Range and frequency availability Reliable up to 10 miles (depending on equipment), so consider unit locations Most circuits limited to line of sight (four thirds earth curvature)- follow curvature of earth to a distance about 1/3 greater than the distance to horizon Foliage interferes and can reduce range significantly

Maritime Propositioning Force (MPF)

Rapid response to regional contingencies Consists of maritime prepositioning ships squadron (MPSRON), Navy support element, MAGTF fly-in echelon Provide proven, flexible force to quickly respond across full range of military ops (combat to humanitarian) Interoperable w joint forces, rapid introduction of combat forces into austere environments

Rights of EPWs: Food

Rations must be sufficient in quantity, quality, variety to keep POWs in good health and prevent weight loss or nutrition deficiencies Attention to working (may need extra) and habitual diet Provide sufficient water Tobacco use is permitted Working POWs can help in kitchen. Allow them to prepare additional food in their possession No food-related punishments

Measure Charlie 2

Recall additional required personnel Ensure armed augmentation security are aware of current rules of engagement and SOFAs Review weapons and ammunition issued to augmentation security personnel- inc threats may require new weapons

Locating a Coordinate: Without a Scale

Refer to N-S grid lines numbered at bottom margin Read RIGHT to the line that precedes desired point (first two numbers) Then Refer to E-W grid lines, move UP to line that precedes desired point. (next two numbers) Then estimate third and sixth number by dividing square in tenths in both directions. End up with "304507"

Unified Combatant Commands: Regional

Regional: 1. Central - USCENTCOM 2. European - USEUCOM 3. African - USAFRICOM 4. Pacific - USPACOM 5. Northern - USNORTHCOM 6. Southern - USSOUTHCOM

Orders Development: Inputs

Required: initial task organization, mission statement, commanders intent, CONOPS, specified and implied tasks Others: updated intelligence, support tools, CCIRs, staff estimates, COs identification of further planning needs, warning order, existing plans. CoS or XO orders development guidance

Hemostatic Gauze

Requires about 3 minutes of direct pressure, then place pressure draining

PPE Examples: Respiratory

Respiratory protection program must be maintained if respiratory PPE is required Provide equipment to employees and visitors, wear regardless of stay time Must fit test, issue, and train personnel (except for escape-only respirators- only briefing required) RPP manager maintains list of employees requiring protection, and authorize them to wear it

Chaplain

Responsibility for moral, spiritual, religious well being of command Operates under cognizance of C/S

Intermediate Maintenance

Responsibility of and performed by designated maintenance activities for DS of using organizations Phases: 1. Calibration, repair, or replacement of damaged or unserviceable parts, components, or assemblies 2. Emergency manufacture of nonavailable parts 3. Providing technical assistance to organization

Intermediate Level Maintenance

Responsibility of, and performed by, designated maintenance activities for direct support of using organizations Usually: 1. calibration, repair, or replacement of unserviceable parts, components, or assemblies 2. Emergency manufacture of nonavailable parts 3. Provision of technical assistance to using organizations

Organizational Maintenance

Responsibility of, and performed by, using organization on its own assigned equipment Phases usually are inspecting, servicing, lubricating, and adjusting Also replacing of parts, minor assemblies, and subassemblies

Organizational Level Maintenance

Responsibility of/performed by using organization on its assigned equipment. Usually: Inspecting, servicing, lubricating, adjusting, replacing parts as well as minor assemblies and subassemblies

Comptroller

Responsible for financial management Under staff cognizance of C/S, only at major commands If none: responsibilities to G-4 except disbursing (G-1)

G2 Plans Officer

Responsible for intelligence support to future plans cell

Measure Delta 9

Restrict all non essential movement

COMSEC: Cryptosecurity

Results from providing technically-sound cryptosystems and properly using them SINCGARS has built in encryption, easily available for others- can cover all communications Requires detailed planning to determine requirements and equipment needed, units must act immediately when receive message to obtain proper material Manual for Employing Joint Tactical Communications-Joint Communications Security is key planning referance Joint Key Management (in development) will enable electronic key distribution throughout JTF

Measure Charlie 16

Review all FPCON Delta measures

Measure Alpha 12

Review all higher FPCON measures

Measure Alpha 10

Review intel, CI, and ops dissemination procedures

Measure Charlie 12

Review personnel policy procedures to determine course of action for families

Measure Alpha 7

Review plans, ID resource requirements, be prepared for imminent higher FPCONs

CATF/CLF Relationship: Planning phase

The commanders are always coequal in planning, so decisions are reached based on common understanding and free exchange of information Once planning complete, relationship based on order of common superior commander

MAG VH

Rotary MAG Provides assault support Usually 1 HMLA, 3 HMMs, 2 HMHs, and a MALS

FMF Pin: Scroll

Says 'fleet marine force' These programs are a part of Navy culture and are titled after the role in which Marine Forces are tied to the Navy

AN-M83 HC White Smoke Hand Grenade

Screens activities of small units, ground-air signaling Body: cylinder of thin sheet metal, 2.5in diameter Filler: 11oz terephthalic acid Fuze: M201A1 Weight: 16oz Length: 5.7in Safety clip: No Capabilities: White smoke cloud 25-70sec Color: Forest green body w light green markings, blue band, white top

LPD Amphibious Transport Dock: Mission

Transport and land troops and essential equipment and supplies in amphibious assault by means of embarked landing craft or amphibious vehicles augmented by helicopter lift

Measure Normal 1

Secure and randomly inspect buildings, rooms, storage areas not in regular use

Helicopter Landing Zones

Selected during planning between unit commander and assault flight leader along w intel officer, then approved by MAGTF or mission commander Can be LZ or pickup zone PZ, but always: 1. Ground must be safe for helicopters 2. Should be identifiable from air 3. Enemy situation must be such that site can be secured Preferred to be on level ground. If slope is >7 degrees, need additional consideration by leadership

Ground Pyrotechnic Signals: Ground Smoke

Self-contained units used by ground soldiers to signal aircraft or convey info via a signal Cylindrical smoke pellet, fuse, igniter cap, internal retaining ring, and striker ring all in aluminum photocan container Smoke cloud lasts 13-30 seconds Replace rifle projected smoke signals

M9 Pistol

Semiautomatic, magazine fed, recoil operated, double/single action pistol, chambered for NATO 9mm round Magazine: 15 round capacity

French Fourragere

Senior unit award, and first collective award, won by US marines 5th and 6th Mar Reg awarded fourragere for having earned the Crois de Guerre with palm leaf 3x during WWI

Sergeant Major Duties

Specifically assigned by CO on discipline, welfare, conduct, morale, and leadership of enlisted 1. Advise CO and staff about enlisted, inc appraisals of morale and discipline 2. Implement policies and standards on enlisted 3. Maintain comms with unit SNCOs 4. Provide guidance and counsel to SNCOs and others 5. Participate and reception and orientation of newly assigned enlisted

John H Quick

SgtMaj known for Cuzco Well (Guantanamo) - operation to seize advanced base for Atlantic Fleet battalopn Won MOH for semaphoring for emergency lift of naval bombardment while under spanish and american fire Landing demonstrated usefulness of USMC as assault troops When with fleet, USMC gave added strength for capture and defense of advanced bases- became primary mission of USMC (1898)

Hypothermia

Shivering early sign Body temp below 85 can lead to heart arrhythmia and death Protect from further loss of body heat, evenly and without delay Hot water bottle or another members body heat Place in dry clothing or sleeping bag, move to warm place Warm (not hot) liquids, slowly Transport on litter

Field Sanitation: Handwashing Devices

Short bivouac, extended bivouac Dig shallow soakage pit Collocate with latrines and food facilities

Field Sanitation: Showers

Short bivouac, extended bivouac Dig soakage pit

Field Sanitation: Mess Kit Laundry/Sanitation Center

Short bivouac, extended bivouac Dig soakage pit to provide good drainage

Show of Force

Shout - verbal warning to stop Show - your weapon, demonstrate intent Shove - or use other non deadly means to command compliance Shoot - to eliminate threat

M777 155mm Howitzer

Smaller and 42% lighter than M198 it replaced (more titanium) Allows to be transported by MV-22 Osprey, CH-47, or truck; moved in and out of battlefield more quickly Transport and storage easier. Gun crew of 5 (M198: 9) Uses digital fire control system for navigation, pointing, self-location- can be put into action faster

Marine Aircraft Group: Function, Mission, Composition

Smallest aviation unit designed to conduct ops without assistance (except supply access) Either fixed or rotary to streamline logistic support, but can be task-organized to any combination, inc support Can be t-o to an ACE in order to provide functions for a MAGTF (then MAG HQ becomes tactical CE for ACE) Two types: fixed wing (MAG VF/VA) and rotary (MAG VH)

LAV: Weapons

Stabilized 25mm cannon, pintle mounted 7.62mm machine gun, coaxially mounted 7.62mm capable of engaging mechanized targets and personnel Uses LAV-25 day/night sight for enhanced night or battlefield smoke fighting and thermal imaging and target acquisition This Fire control sighting system capable of attaining high percentage of first round, destructive target hits Competent crew brings accurate, high volume firepower to bear against enemy

Open Up

Start with arms extended in front of body, palms together Bring arms to horizontal position at sides, palms forward If repetition needed, arms returned along front of body to starting position

Scarlet Trouser Stripe

Started in 1798, reappeared in 1840 and 1859 due to military fashions of the time Commemorates blood shed by USMC at Chapultepec in 1846 (popular story, cannot be confirmed)

Contour Lines: Index

Starting at 0 elevation or sea level, every 5th line is bold. These are index lines Usually each index line is numbered somewhere, this is the elevation

Amphibious Op Phases: Action/Assault

Starts when force arrives in operational area Ends with accomplishment of mission, termination of operation

Secretary of Defense

Statutory office - Lloyd Austin Authority, direction, and control over DoD Principal assistant to the President in all matters relating to DoD In CoC, and exercises command and control over all DoD forces (USA, USN, USAF, USMC, USSF) for operational and administrative purposes Subject only to the president

5 Steps of ORM: Identify Hazards

Step 1 Begin w outline or chart of major steps (operational analysis) Then conduct preliminary hazard analysis by listing all hazards associated with each step, along with possible causes for the hazards

5 Steps of ORM: Make risk decisions

Step 3 Develop risk control options- start with most serious risk, choose controls that will reduce risk to minimum and allow for mission accomplishment With controls in place, decide if risk is acceptable, and if benefit outweighs risk If risk>benefit, or if need assistance to implement controls, communicate up CoC

5 Steps of ORM: Implement Controls

Step 4 Use following measures to eliminate hazards or reduce risk, in order of preference: 1. Engineering controls- use engineering methods to reduce risk by design, material selection, or substitution 2. Admin Controls- reduce risk thru admin action, like warnings (signs, notices), policies (instructions/SOPs), training, limiting exposure 3. PPE- last choice

5 Steps of ORM: Supervise

Step 5 Conduct follow up evals to ensure controls remain in place and are working Monitor for changes and take corrective action when needed

Valley

Stretched out groove in land, usually formed by streams or rivers Begins w high ground on 3 sides, usually water running through If standing in valley, 3 directions have high ground, 4th low ground Depending on the size, may not be obvious that there is high ground in 3rd direction, but water flows high to low Contour lines forming a valley are U or V shaped- closed end points upstream

Code of Conduct: Article 4 Interpretation

Strong leadership is essential to discipline, which is needed for organization, resistance, and survival Continue your responsibilities as an officer if captured, including personal hygiene, sanitation, and care of the sick Senior officer assumes command, without regard to branch- must exercise this responsibility If incapacitated, next senior takes over

Hazardous Material Spill Response: Follow Up Reports

Submit to Hazmat coordinator for all spills, safety officer will file a copy. Contains: 1. Date 2. Location 3. Material spilled 4. Cause 5. Damage/injuries resulted 6. Response/cleanup measures taken 7. Any problems 8. Method of disposal 9. Action taken to prevent reoccurrence

Subordinate TACLOGs

Subordinate TACLOGs (to landing force TACLOG) can be established by subordinate landing force commanders Can also have one on helicopter transport group Coordinate duties between Navy control organizations, landing force, and landing force TACLOG

MEU Deployments

Subordinate elements usually train and certify for months, then deploy for 6-7 (deployed ARG/MEU slightly shorter cycle) Supplied to go ashore for 15 days, if longer sustained through integrated navy logistics Conduct multiple, simultaneous missions in wide area Can aggregate with others for larger ops

MAGTF Movement Control Center (MMCC)

Subordinate of MDDOC Allocates, schedules, coordinates ground transport At MEF level, replaces Logistics and Movement Control Center (LMCC), may need augmentation Supports planning and execution of movements, reports to MDDOC Coordinates all MAGTF ground movement scheduling, equipment augmentation, transport requirements, material handling equipment Also coordinates with installation, support, and Unit Movement Control Centers, and directs Terminal Operations Organizations (TOO)

Class I Supply

Subsistence: food, water, gratuitous health and welfare items

LPD Amphibious Transport Dock: General

Substantial lift capabilities for troops, vehicles, landing craft, cargo, bulk fuel Can ballast for loading and launching of landing craft and AAVs, which can move about the decks by power operated ramps Well deck can accommodate all landing craft in inventory Flight deck can take a limited amount of helicopters - can serve as landing point or refueling station Some are configured for MEU/PHIBRON size staff

HF: Considerations

Success depends on equipment siting, proper grounding, types of antennas, frequency planning, path assessment If using commercial data terminal equipment, must be aware of interference and shock hazards- should remote from DTE if possible If used properly, over-the-horizon comms possible

Arrival and Assembly Area

Sufficient size and facilities to perform complex tasks of arrival, offload, MPE/S distribution, assembly, and preparing MAGTF for employment Can be most crucial part of MPF operation

Supporting and Supported Relationship

Support relationships occur when one MAGTF unit provides a required capability to another The unit providing the main objective is 'supported', and the one supplementing is 'supported', but this can change when mission objectives change Commander of supported is not in charge of commander of supporting Not related to 'organic' or 'attached' - those do not change

FMF Pin: Background

Surf wave crashing on sandy beach- littoral (coastal) zone Where sailors and Marines have served in the past and will exert US influence in the future Forward From the Sea was USN/USMC vision for the future

FMF Pin: Crossed Rifles

Symbolize rifleman ethic this program is designed to install All Marines must have skill of rifleman to be essential in combat, much like shipboard sailors need firefighting and damage control skills Goal of program is to instill warrior ethos in sailors and enhance mission effectiveness

LSD Dock Landing Ship: Mission

Transport and launch loaded amphibious craft and vehicles with their crews and embarked personnel in amphibious assaults by landing craft and amphibious vehicles Limited docking repair service for small ships and craft

Special Purpose MAGTF

Tailored capabilities for specific mission, usually if MEU is inappropriate or not available Any size but usually smaller than MEU Can come from non deployed, or from a deployed MAGTF Usually regimental level HQ become CE Often do sea-based security, or sea-based foreign humanitarian assistance or military support

Head Count

Tap back of helmet repeatedly with open hand

Pace Count

Tap heel of boot repeatedly with open hand

LHA Amphibious Assault Ship (General Purpose): Examples

Tarawa Class LHA 5 USS Peleliu San Diego CA America Class LHA 6 PCU America (both under contruction) LHA 7 PCU Tripoli

Port Operations Group (POG)

Task-organized from TSBs beach and terminal ops company and Navy Cargo Handling Force (NCHF) Can be retained after arrival and assembly for offload of follow up or sustainment shipping and for retrograde of damaged equipment Prepares port before MPS arrives and throughput of MPE/S as they are offloaded Operates under direction of LFSP and in coordination with ships debarkation officer

Beach Operations Group (BOG)

Task-organized from TSBs landing support co and NSE Operates under direction of LFSP and in coordination with OCU Can be retained after arrival and assembly for offload of follow up or sustainment shipping

Operational Planning Team

Task-organized planning element, supports commander and staff's decision making process Diversely composed, promotes integrated planning effort bringing together commander, subordinates, staff officers, and SMEs needed Helps to consider all relevant factors, reduce errors, and share info Doesn't replace staff action/coordination, it is an extension and a supplement: harnesses the talents of staff toward action

Fire Support Employment

Tasks give commander and fire support reps a frame of reference to evaluate overall effectiveness of fires Serve as unifying factors for supporting arms Tasks do not change or replace traditional missions, roles, ops; but provide common point of departure for all supporting arms Example: a team in general support of a regiment does not consciously perform the 4 tasks- they furnish gunfire, supporting forces, and the tasks happen organically. The team will integrate its support with the scheme of maneuver via liaison officers who plan Fire Support Areas (FSAs) to support

MEU CE Tasks

Tasks in four broad operational categories 1. Amphibious Operations 2. Direct Action Operations 3. Military Operations Other than War 4. Supporting Operations

Landing Force Support Party

Temporary landing force organization w Navy and LF Facilitates ship-to-shore movement, provides initial combat support and combat logistics support Facilitates execution of LF landing plan Task organized from NBG and others by CATF Concept is to unify responsibility for support/logistics normally provided by LCE, ACE, and Navy under single organization during initial stages of assault

Landing Force Support Party (LFSP)

Temporary landing force organization w Navy and landing force elements Provides initial combat support/CSS to landing force during ship-to-shore movement Mission: support landing and movement of troops, equipment, and supplies across beaches and into HLZs Facilitates smooth execution of landing plan Specifically task organized for rapid buildup of combat power ashore: organized, uniform flow of personnel and supplies over the beach

Off Load Preparation Party (OPP)

Temporary task organization under OPCON Maintenance, embarkation personnel, and equipment operators from all MAGTF MSEs and the NSE Task: to prepare MSE/S for offload at AAA Deploys to join MPS before sailing, during transit, or on arrival at AAA Ideally should deploy at least 96h before AAA closure Disestablishes upon arrival of MPS and on completion of offload prep. Members will stay to form nucleus of debarkation team (augmented prn)

Assault Support: Aerial Delivery Ops

Transports equipment and supplies to FOBs or remote areas either by landing at desired location or through air drop

COA Development: Process

The number of COAs and level of detail depend on time, problem, and commander Should not judge or eliminate rough cut COAs, consider all in order to present CO with variety of options

Rear Area Security

The responsibility of commanders to their assigned area Both active and passive measures, often require detailed planning and aggressive execution Must be integrated with all other operations

Center of Gravity

The source of power that provides moral/physical strength, freedom of action, or will to act COG analysis is done to determine which COGs could become critical vulnerabilities, and how to protect them

Burn Care

Under fire: stop burning (water, smother, drop/roll) Field Care: Cover w dry sterile dressing, place in burn blanket. If >20% TBSA (2-3deg only), fluid resuscitate

Service Pistol Stoppage: Immediate action

Unhesitating response without investigating cause TAP: slap bottom of magazine RACK: pull slide to rear, release BANG: sight and fire

SALUTE: Time

Time of sighting Can be local or zulu, but specify Include date as well

Mortar Team: Ammunition Bearer

To R rear of mortar Preps ammo and assists gunner in shifting and loading Swabs barrel every 10 rounds and after mission 60mm (M224) can be fired in conventional or handheld

Tank battalion Mission/Function

To close with and destroy the enemy by using armor-protected firepower, shock effect, and maneuver and to provide anti-mechanized fire in support of MARDIV Best as maneuver force without detaching units But t-o by commander based on METT-T which may involve cross-attachment with infantry Must take advantage of speed, mobility, firepower

CG/DDG: Mission

To conduct prompt, sustained combat ops at sea CG designed to defend against coordinated attacks (ships, subs, aircraft, missiles) Both able to engage in offensive actions via land attack missiles and naval gunfire

Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion: Mission/Function

To conduct recon, security, and economy-of-force ops and, within capabilities, conduct limited offensive or delaying ops that exploit unit's mobility and firepower Can be employed separately or part of GCE Speed, firepower, maneuver used to exploit offense in all types of combat ops Emphasize mobility and firepower characteristic of light armored vehicles (LAV)

LHD Amphibious Assault Ship (Multipurpose): Mission

To embark, deploy, and land elements of a Marine landing force in an amphibious assault by helicopters, landing craft, amphibious vehicles and combos Secondary: sea control and power projection- deploys additional VSTOL aircraft and helicopters

LHA Amphibious Assault Ship (General Purpose): Mission

To embark, deploy, and land elements of a Marine landing force in an amphibious assault by helicopters, landing craft, amphibious vehicles, and combinations

Combat Engineer Battalion Mission/Function

To enhance mobility, counter mobility, and survivability of MARDIV through close combat engineer support To provide the limited general engineering support required for functioning of marine division Does this via task organized elements for GCE units Generally decentralized operation of those elements supporting forward units, and requirements to the rear performed under centralized battalion control Provides augmentation in the form of personnel and specialized equipment to combat engineer companies

MARDIV: Mission

To execute amphibious assault operations and such other operations as may be directed Must be able to provide ground amphibious forced entry capability to an amphibious task force and conduct subsequent land ops in any environment Fights using combined arms tactics, tailors force to mission demands

MARDIV HQ Battalion Mission/Function

To exercise command, control, and admin of MARDIV

Assault Amphibian Battalion Mission/Function

To land surface assault elements of landing force and equipment in a single lift from assault shipping during amphib ops to inland objectives, to conduct mechanized ops and related combat support in subsequent ops ashore Assigned to/support of MAGTF for ship-to-shore lift capability during amphib assault Ashore, provide mobility equal to that of tanks

Infantry battalion Mission/Function

To locate, close with, and destroy the enemy by fire and maneuver, or to repel assault by fire and close combat Basic tactical unit of ground combat power Balanced firepower and maneuver team - attacks/destroys all targets in assigned area W detachments, can do independent sustained ops for a few days Can conduct a coordinated, deliberate defense

Infantry Regiment Mission/Function

To locate, close with, and destroy the enemy by fire and maneuver, or to repel assault by fire and close contact Major element of close combat power in MARDIV Capable of independent sustained ops with appropriate attachments

Converting Azimuth: Examples

To plot magnetic azimuth on map, convert to grid To use map azimuth on compass, convert to magnetic If azimuth will be negative, add 360 to original number -- Ex: grid azimuth 2deg, angle 16deg. conversion: 362-16=346deg magnetic You should draw the diagram every time

Deadly Force: Serious Offenses Against Persons

To prevent or interrupt serious offense involving violence which threatens death or serious harm (murder, arson, armed robbery, aggravated assault, rape)

Foreign Humanitarian Assistance/Disaster Relief: Military Role

To provide a secure environment to allow humanitarian relief efforts to progress Broad range, specific tasks will be mission dependent HA is very broad, can encompass reactive (disaster relief) and proactive (civic support, humanitarian and civil assistance)

Mission of your Unit, Relationship to MAGTF

To provide combat service support, security, and administrative service to II MEF CE or MEB CE and MIG HQ in order to sustain command and control of MAGTF operations

Engineer Support Battalion: Mission

To provide general engineering support of an expeditionary nature to MEF Includes survivability, counter mobility and mobility enhancements, EOD, and GS supply support for handling, storage, and dispensing of bulk class I (water) and class III/III(A) items

MEU (SOC) Mission

To provide the NCA and combatant commanders with a forward deployed, sea-based, rapid crisis response capability to execute a full range of military operations

Sight Conservation Program

To safeguard personnel from eyestrain or injury due to defective vision and protect them from eye injury by providing protective eyewear

Navajo Code Talkers

Took part in every assault USMC conducted in Pacific 1942-45 (all 6 USMC divisions, Raider battalions, parachute units) Transmitted messages by phone and radio in their Native language- a code Japanese never broke Extremely complex language, no written alphabet Recommended by Philip Johnston, WWI vet and son of missionaries who grew up on reservations 1942, met w MGen Clayton Vogel, who recommended idea to Commandant MAY1942, first Navajo recruits came to boot camp almost 500/50k Navajos served in USMC Iwo Jima: 6 code talkers sent 800messages, no errors Could encode, read, decode message in 20sec

MK-19: Characteristics

Total system weight (gun+cradle+tripod): 140.6lb Weight (gun): 75.6lb Weight (cradle- MK64 MODS): 21lb Weight (M3 tripod): 44lb Length: 43.1in Range: Max 2,212m Ammunition: 40mm

Rally Point

Touch belt buckle with one hand Point to ground

J/G/S-3

Training, plans, operations, and organization MEF and MARFOR levels share planning responsibilities with G5 Every unit staff has an ops officer

Orders Development

Translate decision into direct communication sufficient to guide implementation and promote initiative Plan or order becomes primary means by which CO expresses decision, intent, guidance- can be understood by anyone who needs to execute order Can be written or verbal, should contain only critical or new info, not routine info found in SOPs: good order judged on usefulness, not size Contains two quality control techniques: Orders reconciliation, and orders crosswalk

HF Modes of Propagation: Ground Wave

Transmission of signal along surface of the ground Max range about 20-30k (12-22 miles) for manpack 80-100km for high power vehicle and van equipment Range decreased by heavy vegetation, mountains, or dry desert soil Ground wave circuit usually free of fading, can last 24 hours without the need to change frequencies

War Reserve Material Stocks

Two Portions: field and inventory control Field: portion of WRM stocks held by operating forces IC: Portion of stocks held at wholesale level at MC logistics bases (option 3)

AH-1W

Two place, tandem seat, twin engine helicopter capable of land and sea based ops; HMLA Fire support and fire support coordination to landing force during amphib assaults and shore ops More powerful T700 GE 401 engines and advanced electronic weapons capability Being outfitted with Night Targeting System and FLIR for laser range finding/designating and camera capabilities

F/A 18D

Two seat variant, VMFA(AW) FLIR system, NVG compatible cockpit lighting, and digital moving map display enable to perform ground attacks at night under weather Some carry advanced tactical airborne recon system (ATARS)

NCO Sword

USMC NCOs are only NCOs in any branch who carry a commissioned officers weapon One of oldest US weapons still in use (2nd to Mameluke) Limited to 'when in charge of troops on ceremonial occasions', but still integral part of esprit de corps

1933

USMC reorganized into fleet marine force Established command and administrative relations between fleet and USMC Marine Corps Equipment Board established at Quantico Devote long hours to testing and developing materials for landing operations and expeditionary service

LPD Amphibious Transport Dock: Examples

USS Austin Class LPD 9 USS Denver San Diego CA USS San Antonio Class LPD 17 USS San Antonio Norfolk VA LPD 18 USS New Orleans San Diego CA LPD 19 USS Mesa Verde Norfolk VA LPD 20 USS Green Bay San Diego VA LPD 21 USS New York Norfolk VA LPD 22 USS San Diego San Diego CA LPD 23 USS Anchorage San Diego CA LPD 24 USS Arlington Norfolk VA LPD 25 PCU Somerset (trials) LPD 26 PCU John P Murtha (consruction) LPD 27 PCU Portland (construction) LPD 28 PCU Fort Lauderdale (construction)

Intel Bn Concept of Employment

Under OPCON of MEF commander thru G2 Units employed either GS or DS during ops GS: company elements tasked to satisfy requirements of the entire force DS: task-organized detachments can be placed under a subordinate commander to focus intel support for an op When smaller MAGTFs deploy, detachments usually attached to CE

Fiscal Officer

Under cognizance of accounting officer, comptroller, or G40 Allotments of appropriated funds Assumes comptroller duties if they do not have one SupO sometimes becomes fiscal officer as well

D Day

Unnamed day on which an ops commences or is to commence

Water Purification: Household bleach

Unscented bleach only 1. Fill canteen 2. Read label on bottle to determine chlorine %. Double below numbers if water is cold or cloudy 3. 1% 10 drops, 4-6% 2 drops, 7-10% 1 drop 4. Place cap, shake. Loosen and wet treads. Wait 30 minutes 5. Drink

M1109/1114

Up armored armament carrier HMMWVs Additional armor on sides and underneath to protect from small arms ammo and mines Weapons mount on roof rotates 360 degrees; M60 7.62mm, M2 .50cal, or MK19 grenade launcher Has self recovery winch

EW: Electronic Attack

Use of electromagnetic, directed energy, or antiradiation weapons to attack personnel, facilities, or equipment with intent to degrade, neutralize, or destroy enemy combat capability

COA Development: Tools

Use products carried forward from problem framing 1. Restraints/constraints 2. Assumptions 3. Resource Shortfalls 4. COG analysis (friendly, enemy) 5. Commander critical info requirements (CCIR) 6. Request for Information 7. Initial staff estimates, estimates of supportability

AAV: Employment

Used by USMC amphibious assault battalion to land surface assault elements of landing force and equipment in single lift from assault shipping during amphibious ops to inland objectives Conducts mechanized operations and related combat support in subsequent mechanized operations ashore

UHF Considerations

Used for forward air control ground-to-air comms Line of sight needed for reliable comms Large range differences between ground-to-air and ground-to-ground: g-a has greater range because of inc line of sight When frequency hopping, must take into account hopset, time of day, antenna placement, power settings

Cat-Hole Latrine Construction

Used only on the march and if individual waste collection bags are not available Should be 12inches wide and 6-12in deep Fill in hole immediately after use

Lensatic Compass: Lens

Used to read dial Contains rear-sight slot used in conjunction with front Rear sight also serves as lock, clamps dial when closed Rear sight must be opened at least 45deg to allow to float freely

Code of Conduct: Article 3 Interpretation

Usefulness does not end when you are captured It is your duty to continue to resist enemy as possible and to escape and help others to do so Cannot accept things like more food, warm clothes, fewer restrictions, etc in exchange for promises not to escape or information

Frostbite

Usually below 32F- frozen tissue Superficial involves only skin Face: cover area with bare hands Hands: place in armpits Feet: remove boots and socks. Place under clothing against another service member Do not rub, massage, use ointments, manipulate Do not thaw if you think it will refreeze

Survey Liaison and Reconnaissance Party (SLRP)

Usually deploys to AAA under OPCON of MAGTF Early deployment assesses conditions, reports ASAP to MAGTF Composition is task organized after warning order is received and concept of deployment developed Must be self sustaining, include as needed representation from: MAGTF, CMPF, NCW, NMCB, UCT, FH, and CNSE staff MAGTF officer designated in coordination with CMPF as SLRP OIC (selected based on knowledge of MPF requirements w consideration for diplomatic skills needed to interact with high level civilian and military reps)

Knife Fighting: Secondary Targets

Usually not immediately fatal, but lots of bleeding Legs (femoral artery) Arms (brachial artery between biceps and triceps, radial and ulnar arteries)

NCO: Waterborne Movement: Central Control Officer

Usually on flagship Directs movement of all scheduled waves After they have landed, continues to coordinate movement to and from beach until unloading is complete Usually seaward of departure line, unlike PCO

MOUT: Characteristics of Urbanized Areas

Usually some combo of city core, commercial ribbon, core periphery, residential sprawl, outlying industrial areas, outlying high rise areas Each urban area will be different

Marine Air Command and Control System (MACCS)

Various air command and control agencies, provide ACE commander w ability to monitor, supervise, and influence application of 6 fxns of aviation 1. Used by commander to plan/direct ACE ops and employ assets in responsive, effective, timely manner 2. Provides facilities to control aircraft/missiles, and establish links with other services 3. Advises MAGTF commander and JFC on application and employment of aviation 4. Allows commander to conduct centralized planning/use limited resources, while allowing subordinates to execute plan in decentralized way - Provides capability to conduct airspace c/c and deconflict aviation assets via centralized planning Exercises air direction and decentralized execution of plan through subordinate agencies

VHF: Handheld Very High Frequency Radios

Various commercial off the shelf VHF radios Open purchased by units, not part of official TOE and do not have TAMCN (table of auth control number) Small, lightweight, battery powered Provide clear and sometimes secure voice comms on up to 100 channels Some have headsets and microphones Mostly used at infantry-squad level or in MPF offloads

Irregular Warfare: Stability Operations

Various missions, tasks, activities conducted outside US to maintain or reestablish safe and secure environment, or provide essential services, infrastructure, or humanitarian relief All throughout phases of conflict and range of military ops Variable in phase and duration

Snake Bites

Venomous snakes dont always inject, but any snake can carry tetanus Fangs can be long (pit vipers) or short (cobras, coral snakes, kraits, mambas, sea snakes). Long fangs more effective, short fanged snakes must chew to inject venom Attempt to identify or kill snake, bring to medical for ID. Treat all snakes as venomous

Measure Bravo 12

Verify ID of visitors and randomly inspect suitcases, parcels, etc

Cliff

Vertical/near vertical, abrupt change of land If slope is so steep that contour lines converge into one, the line has tick marks pointing toward low ground Can also be shown by contour lines very close together and, in some instances, touching

SPOT Report

Vital for scout to accurately and completely report who, where, when, and what was observed- usually will not have a radio 1. Verbal: when writing is impractical, info is not complicated, or enemy likely to intercept message 2. Written: preferred. Recorded in message book blanks issued specifically for this purpose, delivered ASAP. NATO spot report is preferred

MEU (SOC) Example GCE

Weapons company Infantry company x3 Artillery battery LAR platoon Assault amphib platoon Combat engineer platoon Tow section Recon platoon SFCP Tank platoon when required Scout sniper platoon

M249 Characteristics

Weight: 17lb with bipod and tools Wt with 200 round drum: 23.92lb Length: 40.87in Ranges: Max 3600m Max effective: point 800m, area 1000m Grazing fire 600m Ammunition: 5.56mm caliber Weight of full 200 round drum: 6.92lb

M2 .50cal Characteristics

Weight: total system (gun+tripod): 128lb Receiver: 60ln Barrel: 24lb Length of barrel: 45in Ranges: Max (M2 ball): 7,400m Max effective: 1,830m Grazing Fire: 700m Ammunition: 50 caliber

M60 Mortar: Characteristics

Weights: Complete mortar: 46.5lb (18lb) Cannon M225: 18lb (14.4lb) Bipod Assembly M170: 15.2lb Sight unit M64A1: 14.4lb Baseplate M7: 3.6lb Range: 70-3,490m

81mm Mortar: Characteristics

Weights: System: 121.5lb (3 loads) Barrel: 12.8ln Mount: 40lb M3 Baseplate: 25.4lb M23A1 Baseplate: 48lb M53 Sightunit: 5.25lb Range: Min-max 70-4,737m Rate of Fire: Sustained 3 (charge 8) to 5/min for 1 min Max for 2 min: 12 (charge 8) rounds/min Max for 5 min: 12 (charge 6) rounds/min

Lower Wheels

When aircraft approaches w landing gear retracted Give side view of cranking circular motion with hands

FPCON Charlie

When an incident occurs or intelligence is received that some form of terrorist action against personnel and facilities is LIKELY Prolonged implementation can create hardship and affect activities of unit and personnel

M9: Extractor/Loaded Chamber Indicator

When cartridge is in chamber, upper surface of extractor protrudes from R side of slide In dark, can feel this Loaded chamber indicator should be used if visibility is limited

Deadly Force: Lawful order

When directed by a lawful order of a competent authority and meets one of the other criteria Person ordered should have clear description of the person, and a general knowledge of why

Code of Conduct: Article 5

When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am required to give name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will give no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause.

Deadly Force: Self Defense

When reasonably necessary and persons are reasonably believed to be in imminent danger of death or serious harm

Women Marines

Women have served in Marines since 1918 First clerical only MC Womens Reserve est FEB1943 12JUN1948- Womens Armed Services Integration Act makes women a permanent part of USMC 1950, WR mobilized for Korean War (2787 served) 2700 women at height of Vietnam War 1975, women could go to all fields except infantry, artillery, armor, pilot/air crew 1,000 deployed for Desert Shield/Storm 1990-91 2012: women make up 7% of USMC, integrated into almost all specialties except offensive combat (?)

Chief of Staff

directs, coordinates, supervises, and trains staff Frees commander from routine managerial duties Primary conduit for exchange of info/insight between staff and CO Must fully understand commander's intent and share vision, understand personality/style No staff member should be denied access to CO, but C/S must monitor schedule so time is used efficiently Sets operational schedule, conducts briefings Staff must inform of anything they hear/say directly from CO

Molly Marine

monument in NOLA to women who serve and have served as Marines Dedicated on USMC bday in 1943 Fitting location as first statue of woman in uniform is Joan of Arc in Orleans, FR

Artillery Regiment Mission/Function

to furnish close and continuous fire support by neutralizing, destroying, or suppressing targets that threaten success of supported unit Primary source of fire support for MARDIV Closely integrated actions w infantry to respond to rapidly changing situations Provides fire support coordination section to help establish/operate FSCC at division COC