19 October 2009 – older – but good
462 pages.
Preface
This field manual (FM) provides doctrinal guidance on the mission, personnel, organization, equipment, training, skills, and employment of the sniper. It is intended for use by commanders, staffs, trainers, snipers, and Soldiers at training posts, Army schools, and units. This publication applies to the Active Army, the Army National Guard (ARNG)/ the Army National Guard of the United States (ARNGUS), and the US Army Reserve (USAR) unless otherwise stated.
Introduction
The sniper has special abilities, training, and equipment. His mission is to deliver discriminatory, highly accurate rifle fire against enemy targets which cannot be engaged successfully by the rifleman because of range, size, location, visibility, or fleeting nature. Sniping requires the perfection of basic infantry skills.
This book is a “mini” (7 1/4 inches high by 5 1/2 inches wide) size – A popular size to carry anywhere (briefcase, large pocket, purse) but the print is large enough for easy reading. The binding is with coil, allowing easy flipping of pages without jamming.
The color covers are laminated for weather protection with black and white inside printing.
