USMC reconnaissance battalions by Orr, Tamra instant download

USMC reconnaissance battalions by Orr, Tamra instant download

64 pages : 23 cm, Marine Corps Reconnaissance Battalions sneak into hostile enemy territory in order to observe close-up what is happening, who is operating where, how many enemy forces there are, and where they may be most vulnerable. This information is used to design combat strategies. Readers of this book get the opportunity to slip behind enemy lines with these courageous Marines who, at enormous personal risk, collect information that may very well determine the outcome of a battle and the course of a war, Includes bibliographical references (pages 59-61) and index, Cover -- Title -- Copyright -- Contents -- Introduction: The Few. The Proud. The Marines. -- 1. A Successful Mission -- 2. A History Lesson -- Into Vietnam -- Today's Global War on Terror -- Meet the \"Highlanders\" -- Meet the \"Iron Horse Marines\" -- 3. Finding the Purpose -- A Tough Job Description -- Accepting the Mission -- Accepting the Creed -- 4. School Days -- Welcome to SERE -- One Shot, One Kill -- School of Stress -- Ready, Set, Dive! -- 5. The Tools and Equipment -- Body Wear -- Weaponry -- For the Terrain -- Going on the Greenside -- Going to the Blackside -- Glossary -- For More Information -- Web Sites -- For Further Reading -- Bibliography -- Index -- About the Author -- Photo Credits