Close Combat

This exclusive new manual contains the most current close combat methods being taught to U.S. Marines for use on today's battlefield. Developed with input from one of the most highly qualified committees of close-combat specialists ever assembled, it outlines the Marine Corps' latest lethal and nonlethal weapons techniques, use of knives and sticks and the full spectrum of unarmed tactics: strikes, throws, chokes, holds and ground fighting. Because a Marine engaged in combat cannot get bogged down with useless techniques, the fighting methods shown here are designed to be fast and aggressive for maximum effect. For academic study only.