MCRP 3-30.7 (Formerly MCRP 3-11.1A) Commander's Tactical Handbook 2 May 2016 Introduction Marine Corps Reference Publication (MCRP) 3-11.1A, Commander's Tactical Handbook, contains reference material frequently used to organize, plan, and conduct Marine ground combat operations. Its intent is to assist small unit leaders functioning at the company level and below, but it also serves as a field reference guide for all Marine leaders. Leaders of combat support and combat service support organizations should familiarize themselves with the contents of this publication to understand the operational support requirements discussed. When applying the information contained in this publication, leaders must remember to-- l Make their orders concise, clear, and simple. l Give subordinates a thorough understanding of the intent. l Explain the mission and the immediate commander's concept of operations. l Give subordinates their mission (task[s] and unifying purpose). l Integrate subordinate elements in coordinated action. l Allow subordinates freedom of action consistent with the need for coordination. Do not issue detailed instructions covering every possible contingency. l Conduct a complete estimate of each situation and develop a plan that supports success. Do not narrow the scope to only the information presented in this publication. Remember, the information presented in this publication is only a guide. MCRP 3-11.1A is intended to be a handy compilation of important tactical information presented in loose-leaf format to better facilitate its use. It is based on information contained in numerous Marine Corps doctrinal publications. However, MCRP 3-11.1A does not supersede or replace a doctrinal publication. For detailed explanations on the tactics, techniques, and procedures found in this publication, see Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 3-11.1, Marine Rifle Company (under development), or the appropriate warfighting publication. Notice: This is a Paperback book version of the "MCRP 3-30.7 (Formerly MCRP 3-11.1A) Commander's Tactical Handbook 2 May 2016". Full version, All Chapters included. This publication is available (Electronic version) in the official website of the United states DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY. This document is properly formatted. * The version of this publication is as described above (this article is updated after each new edition). Disclaimer: "The use or appearance of United States Department of Army publications, text, images or logos, Seals on a non-DoD website does not imply or constitute endorsement of the distribution service."

Marine Corps Reference Publication MCRP 3-30.7 (Formerly MCRP 3-11.1A) Commander's Tactical Handbook 2 May 2016 Marine Corps Reference Publication (MCRP) 3-11.1A, Commander's Tactical Handbook, contains reference material frequently used to organize, plan, and conduct Marine ground combat operations. Its intent is to assist small unit leaders functioning at the company level and below, but it also serves as a field reference guide for all Marine leaders. Leaders of combat support and combat service support organizations should familiarize themselves with the contents of this publication to understand the operational sup-port requirements discussed.

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Marine Corps Reference Publication (MCRP) 3-11.1A, Commander's Tactical Handbook, contains reference material frequently used to organize, plan, and conduct Marine ground combat operations. Its intent is to assist small unit leaders functioning at the company level and below, but it also serves as a field reference guide for all Marine leaders. Leaders of combat support and combat service support organizations should familiarize themselves with the contents of this publication to understand the operational support requirements discussed. When applying the information contained in this publication, leaders must remember to - * Make their orders concise, clear, and simple. * Give subordinates a thorough understanding of the intent. * Explain the mission and the immediate commander's concept of operations. * Give subordinates their mission (task[s] and unifying purpose). * Integrate subordinate elements in coordinated action. * Allow subordinates freedom of action consistent with the need for coordination. Do not issue detailed instructions covering every possible contingency. * Conduct a complete estimate of each situation and develop a plan that supports success. Do not narrow the scope to only the information presented in this publication. Remember, the information presented in this publication is only a guide.

Commander's Tactical Handbook contains reference material frequently used to organize, plan, and conduct Marine ground combat operations. Its intent is to assist small unit leaders functioning at the company level and below, but it also serves as a field reference guide for all Marine leaders. Leaders of combat support and combat service support organizations should familiarize themselves with the contents of this publication to understand the operational support requirements discussed.

This manual provides guidance for the organization, planning, and conduct of the full range of military operations on urbanized terrain. This publication was prepared primarily for commanders, staffs, and subordinate leaders down to the squad and fire team level. It is written from a Marine air-ground task force perspective, with emphasis on the ground combat element as the most likely supported element in that environment. It provides the level of detailed information that supports the complexities of planning, preparing for, and executing small-unit combat operations on urbanized terrain. It also provides historical and environmental information that supports planning and training for combat in built-up areas