Affectionately known as "The Red Book -- Volume II," this book begins by giving the reader an overview of the U.S. Marine Corps' Competition-In-Arms Program (CIAP), after which the book breaks down the decades from 1960 to 2010 into five chapters which document the journey and accomplishments of some of the world's finest marksmen. The book concludes with a Marine Distinguished Shooter Roster, followed by an accounting of scores achieved and trophies awarded to Marines during the years ranging from 1960 to 2010. Note that this book "...goes well beyond documenting the badges and trophies earned. It also brings to light the underlying philosophy of the Competition-In-Arms Program as a vehicle for the improvement of training and weapons." (Colonel David J. Willis, USMC Retired). As one reads through this volume, it will serve the reader well to remember the words of General David Shoup, the 22nd Commandant of the Marine Corps (1960-1963): "Marines have forged an international reputation for excellence in marksmanship. Our reputation was gained in competitive marksmanship on ranges, which in no small way contributed to our success in battle. The Competition-In-Arms Program has always stimulated interest in marksmanship and thereby increased the standard of performance of small arms use by Marines. As Marines representing the Corps in competitive shooting contributed to our battlefield success in the past, so new shooters will in the future." ...Semper Fi!

From the Publisher: This latest edition of an official U.S. Government military history classic provides an authoritative historical survey of the organization and accomplishments of the United States Army. This scholarly yet readable book is designed to inculcate an awareness of our nation's military past and to demonstrate that the study of military history is an essential ingredient in leadership development. It is also an essential addition to any personal military history library.

In 1950, when he commissioned the first edition of The Armed Forces Officer, Secretary of Defense George C. Marshall told its author, S.L.A. Marshall, that "American military officers, of whatever service, should share common ground ethically and morally." In this new edition, the authors methodically explore that common ground, reflecting on the basics of the Profession of Arms, and the officer's special place and distinctive obligations within that profession and especially to the Constitution.

"Investigating Iwo encourages us to explore the connection between American visual culture and World War II, particularly how the image inspired Marines, servicemembers, and civilians to carry on with the war and to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice to ensure victory over the Axis Powers. Chapters shed light on the processes through which history becomes memory and gains meaning over time. The contributors ask only that we be willing to take a closer look, to remain open to new perspectives that can deepen our understanding of familiar topics related to the flag raising, including Rosenthal's famous picture, that continue to mean so much to us today"--

Acquiring the ability to accurately shoot a pistol is no simple matter. One should not assume that the art of advanced pistol marksmanship is fully realized immediately upon reading a training manual on the fundamentals and techniques of pistol shooting; nor completely understood after having received a few hours of advice and instruction from a qualified coach or expert shooter.To become a top pistol shooter and able to produce consistently high scores, one must learn to perform all the fundamentals of shooting, acquire certain definite habits, achieve flawless coordination - and above all - have a capacity for the intense concentration essential to exercising a high degree of mental control. For this, one must train.It is difficult, if not impossible, to establish a universal system of training in pistol marksmanship which will cover all cases - one that can be adapted to each shooter's technique or special need. Training pistol shooters requires an individual approach. There is no single pattern or system for the organization of training that will entirely meet the individual requirements of all competitors, nor can one ever be expected. This is the reason knowledgeable coaches take the peculiarities of an individual - such as experience, degree of preparation and fitness, and other items - into account. They use these, and by relying on their own experience, devise a training program which allows special consideration for each shooter's capabilities. In spite of the difference in details, technique or method, there is much that is common to the training of advanced marksmen, that - in the opinion of leading coaches and shooters, applies to everyone, without exception. This manualendeavors to present, in a detailed, comprehensive manner, these universal applications.Advanced pistol marksmanship training must of necessity, avoid the involved and exceedingly complex because it is an activity whose participants form a great cross-section of our nation