Tactics For Non-Military

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12-16-20, 19:18
Whalstib

Tactics For Non-Military

Howdy,

I just finished listening to the audiobook "Lonestar Odyssey" It's a so-so story that works as a half-arsed SHTF manual. I won't spoil it but it's pretty ridiculous even as SHTF novels go.

One premise is a USMC SF character to have to guide some non-military types in a SHTF situation.

Got me to thinking IF YOU were the SF character and thrown into a situation with some folks who maybe had some firearm and Boy Scout type skills what books would you recommend to get them up to speed tactics wise?

I'll state up front tactics and SF training is not book learning BUT there may be some simple foundations that could get some otherwise competent types more in line if you ended up in a situation where tactics are needed.

Even say setting up a prepper community with some neighbors or friends and you're the expert. What knowledge would you like them to have as a base to build upon.

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12-16-20, 19:31
GTF425

Ranger Handbook.
12-16-20, 20:54
Wake27

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Originally Posted by GTF425

Ranger Handbook.

Yeah, 100%.

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12-16-20, 21:28
ChrisM516

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTF425

Ranger Handbook.

Thirded.
12-16-20, 22:54
The_War_Wagon

Downloadable here, and possibly other places.

https://www.atu.edu/rotc/docs/3_21-76_ranger_hb.pdf
12-17-20, 06:44
1168

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Originally Posted by GTF425

Ranger Handbook.

I endorse this message.

There’s also this youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/Tacticalincentive . I have not checked out all the videos, but the two SUT ones I watched yesterday were useful.
12-17-20, 07:04
William B.

John Mosby from Mountain Guerrilla Blog has some military manual-style books written for this type of scenario.

http://warhammersixpress-com.3dcarts...illa_p_13.html

http://warhammersixpress-com.3dcarts...ound_p_14.html
12-17-20, 07:15
Lowdown3

https://maxvelocitytactical.com/events/

In a 4 day Heat 1 class you will get up speed on weapons manipulation and Day 3 and 4 you will be on the tactical ranges running drills with a buddy and later with a fire team shooting pop up Ivan targets.

As a civilian serious about learning these skills, this would be the #1 choice to consider.
12-17-20, 08:46
GTF425

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Originally Posted by The_War_Wagon

Downloadable here, and possibly other places.

https://www.atu.edu/rotc/docs/3_21-76_ranger_hb.pdf

RAAAAAAANGER

Most current version, straight from the source and anointed with the waters of Hollis Creek.
12-17-20, 12:27
Lowdown3

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What knowledge would you like them to have as a base to build upon.

They would need at a minimum to be able to do basic manipulations safely, work around and move around others safely, pay attention to simple instructions like getting in a line, etc.

Sounds simple but anyone that has instructed firearms classes will tell how half the guys that come with tricked out rifles can't do the "simple" tasks above.
12-17-20, 15:26
tanksoldier

FM 7-8

https://www.shu.edu/offices/rotc/upload/FM-7-8.pdf
12-24-20, 05:48
gaijin

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lowdown3

They would need at a minimum to be able to do basic manipulations safely, work around and move around others safely, pay attention to simple instructions like getting in a line, etc.

Sounds simple but anyone that has instructed firearms classes will tell how half the guys that come with tricked out rifles can't do the "simple" tasks above.

This most certainly.
12-24-20, 12:14
Dr. Bullseye

SHTF can be many things on many levels. It is more than military training. You may be alone or with your family out in a rural area without power, water, food, etc. I have a copy of The Illustrated Doom Survival Guide by Matt "Doomsday" Victor which tells you, situation by situation, how do survive. I think it is valuable. There are some videos on youtube showing how to make fire without that fire being observed, Dakota Pit Fires. There are also videos on all night fires, and strange fire set ups for other situations.

Having gotten that off my chest, thanks, guys, for the link and recommendation of the Ranger book. This looks great.
08-02-21, 09:42
LBB

I second MVT's classes. They are designed for the citizen warrior.
08-05-21, 13:29
kerplode

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Originally Posted by GTF425

RAAAAAAANGER

Most current version, straight from the source and anointed with the waters of Hollis Creek.

Thanks! Downloaded and queued for reading.

Is there any better way to know a book is bad ass than to have a warning right on the cover that says "Not for the weak or fainthearted" plus a quote from Maj Rogers instructing you to let the enemy get close then finish him with your hatchet? Probably not...

Edited to add:

It's been a few years of mostly sitting on ass and running my mouth instead of my rifle...I definitely need to do more training!
08-06-21, 03:07
Bruce in WV

Current edition of Ranger Handbook in Army Pubs:

https://armypubs.army.mil/epubs/DR_p...INAL%20WEB.pdf
08-07-21, 08:14
BrigandTwoFour

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Originally Posted by LBB

I second MVT's classes. They are designed for the citizen warrior.

Another +1 for MVT's classes. I would love to go back soon, but life got in the way.
08-07-21, 16:23
Kadelic

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Originally Posted by LBB

I second MVT's classes. They are designed for the citizen warrior.

You can get MVT's "Tactical Manual" on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/15...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Obviously not going to be as useful as taking a class, but more suited for the average citizen than the Ranger Handbook might be.
10-23-22, 13:27
voiceofreason

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Originally Posted by Lowdown3

They would need at a minimum to be able to do basic manipulations safely, work around and move around others safely, pay attention to simple instructions like getting in a line, etc.

Sounds simple but anyone that has instructed firearms classes will tell how half the guys that come with tricked out rifles can't do the "simple" tasks above.

HAHAHAHAHA!!!! So true.
10-27-22, 12:42
MegademiC

What about a DARC TUSC?