Marine bayonet training by United States. Marine Corps
"Marine Bayonet Training" by United States Marine Corps is a military training manual published in the mid-20th century. This book serves as a detailed guide on bayonet fighting techniques, addressing methods of individual and group combat as well as training programs for Marine Corps personnel. The topics covered include the history of bayonet use, principles of bayonet fighting, specific attack and defense movements, and an emphasis on the importance of teamwork and
aggressiveness in combat scenarios. The manual begins with a historical overview of the bayonet's evolution, followed by instructional content regarding positions and movements essential for effective bayonet use. It details various attack techniques such as the slash, jab, and butt strokes, alongside defensive maneuvers like blocking and parrying. The training section outlines a program to develop skills through demonstrations, physical conditioning, and simulated combat scenarios using tools like the pugil stick, ensuring that trainees build both proficiency and confidence in their bayonet fighting abilities. Overall, "Marine Bayonet Training" is a comprehensive resource aimed at preparing Marines for close-quarters combat through rigorous practice and strategic application of bayonet techniques. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | United States. Marine Corps |
|---|---|
| Title | Marine bayonet training |
| Original Publication | Washington: USMC, 1965. |
| Note | "FMFM 1-1"--Cover. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Bob Taylor, Brian Coe and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | VE: Naval science: Marines |
| Subject | Bayonets |
| Subject | United States. Marine Corps -- Physical training -- Handbooks, manuals, etc. |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75177 |
| Release Date | Jan 22, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 404 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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