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The aim of this edition is to present in a comprehensive way the strategy and military operations of the German army in the attack on Russia in World War 2. The narrative starts with Hitler's initial plans for an invasion of Russia and ends at the time of Germany's maximum territorial gains during the battle for Stalingrad. Contents:Strategic PlanningOperational PlanningThe Initial Operations (22 June-31 July 1941)Planning for Future OperationsThe Diversion and ReassemblyThe German Attack on MoscowThe Russian Counteroffensive (December 1941-February 1942)Preliminary Planning for a German Offensive in the Caucasus, 1942Preparations for the German Summer OffensiveInitial Operations and New Plans (July 1942)The Period of Stagnation (August-October 1942)Critical Analysis of the German Summer Offensive in 1942List of German Military Leaders (July 1940-November 1942)Chronology of the Events

Counter Sniper aims to reduce the damage caused by a sniper, which can often be very harmful. The individual who shoots at police, firemen, soldiers or citizens is certainly dangerous. In order to counteract, it is necessary to train individuals whose knowledge and skills fall within the description of a sniper, but who are known as Counter snipers. This handbook provides the crucial information in the selection of the right equipment, preparation, training, and the decisive actions of the counter sniper. Content: - Ammunition - Rifles - Sights - Noise and Muzzle Flash - General Notes - Trajectory of 222 Cartridge - Description of Epoxy Impregnation of Stock - Firing Positions - Typical Countersniper Situations - Suitable Countersniping Equipment

1. Scope The Joint Publication (JP) 1-02, Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms, sets forth standard US military and associated terminology to encompass the joint activity of the Armed Forces of the United States. These military and associated terms, together with their definitions, constitute approved Department of Defense (DOD) terminology for general use by all DOD components. 2. Purpose This publication supplements standard English-language dictionaries and standardizes military and associated terminology to improve communication and mutual understanding within DOD, with other federal agencies, and among the United States and its allies. 3. Application This publication applies to the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Services, the Joint Staff, combatant commands, DOD agencies, and all other DOD components. It is the primary terminology source when preparing correspondence, to include policy, strategy, doctrine, and planning documents.

Here is the official manual from the US military on treating burns, field dressings. Whether you are US Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard or Marines—or just want the best possible advice on field medical care, this book is for you!Military surgeons must assume a leadership role in combat casualty care in circumstances that are far less than ideal. This handbook provides much of the information needed to tackle these issues and features state-of-the-art principles and practices of forward trauma surgery as used by military physicians in far flung locations around the globe. In this volume you’ll learn such integral skills as:Tactical field careField dressingApplying pressure dressingTreating burnsTreating inhalation injuriesAnd more!Tactical Combat Casualty Care and Wound Treatment is the most trusted and up-to-date manual offered by the Department of Defense for military medical personnel in the field.

Initiated in 1950, this 2007 edition is the latest in a classic series of books of the same title. Journalist-historian S. L. A. Marshall wrote the first at the behest of Gen. George C. Marshall, who formed the great citizen army of World War II.

Suitable for both soldiers and civilians, this title features nearly 140 comprehensive illustrations showing the proper techniques for medical care, from basic first-aid and orthopedics to instructions for emergency war surgery and even veterinary medicine.