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  Tactical Manual

  For Post Collapse Survival

  Second Edition

  MAX VELOCITY

  Live Hard, Die Free!

  Website: maxvelocitytactical.com

  Blog: maxvelocitytactical.comblog

  Email: [email protected]

  Copyright © 2012 by Max Velocity

  ISBN-13: 978-1478106692

  ISBN-10: 1478106697

  Cover Art: Tony Mauro

  This book is dedicated to The Fallen:

  They went with songs to the battle, they were young.

  Straight of limb, true of eyes, steady and aglow.

  They were staunch to the end against odds uncounted,

  They fell with their faces to the foe.

  They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:

  Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.

  At the going down of the sun and in the morning,

  We will remember them.

  Lest we Forget.

  The Ode of Remembrance

  CONTENTS

  Dedication

  Contents

  Disclaimers

  INTRODUCTION ………………………………………………. 1

  The Anticipated Situation…………………………………. 1

  Why...…………….……………………………………….. 5

  About the Author………………………………………….. 7

  Blog Article: ‘Max V: Training Qualifications’…………... 8

  Chapter One: Starting Points

  The Threat…..……………………………………………… 13

  A Little More on Threat……………………………………. 22

  The Mission......................................................................... 26

  Family/Group/Team…. ……………………………………. 26

  Mental Preparation & the Use of Force……………..…….. 31

  Blog Article: There Will Be No Theme Music……………... 40

  Blog Article: On Fighting ………………………………… 45

  Physical Preparation for Tactical Operations…………….... 48

  Blog Article: Keep Low, Move Fast – PT for Survival……. 52

  Blog Article: Realistic Rucking…………………………… 56

  Weapons……………………………………………………. 61

  Leadership………………………………………………...... 67

  Chapter Two: To Stay or To Go

  Stay in Place……………………………………………….. 71

  Blog Extract: Long Term Security of Retreat Locations….. 75

  Vs. Bugging Out…………………………………………… 84

  Timing……………………………………………………… 84

  Route Selection…………………………………………...... 85

  Location……………………………………………………. 85

  Access & Concealment…………………………………...... 86

  Numbers……………………………………………………. 87

  Vehicles……………………………………………………. 88

  Equipment………………………………………………….. 89

  Blog Article: Gear, Rucks & Living in the Field…………… 91

  Blog Article: Camping after the SHTF……………………… 102

  Blog Article:

  Rainstorms & Associated Tactical Thoughts………………… 106

  Blog Article: Field Sleeping Options: A Discussion……….. 110

  Surveillance Equipment……………………………………. 114

  Profile………………………………………………………. 116

  Blog Article: Body Armor…………………………………. 120

  Blog Article: Gear Set-Up……………………………………. 123

  Law Enforcement Issues…………………………………… 129

  Situational Awareness………………………….…………... 133

  Mitigation……………………………………….………….. 134

  Blog Article: Canteen vs. Hydration Bladder……………… 137

  Blog Article: Gear Philosophy Update……………………. 141

  CHAPTER Three: Decision Making

  Introduction………………………………………………… 147

  The OODA Loop………………………………………… 149

  The Military Decision Making Process……………….…… 150

  The Combat Estimate……………………………..……….. 155

  Combat Estimate…………………………………………… 156

  Blog Article: The Tactical Use of Terrain/Ground………… 164

  Chapter Four: Training

  Training Processes…………………………………………. 175

  Blog Article: Good Solid Training………………………… 180

  Weapons Safety……………………………………………. 182

  Blog Article: Tactical Tip: Slings & Muzzle Flagging……. 184

  Shooting & Weapons Training………………….…………. 189

  Blog Article: The Fundamentals of Shooting……………… 199

  Blog Article:

  Combat Rifle: Solid Basics to Keep you Alive…………….. 205

  Navigation / Route Selection…...………………………….. 211

  Blog Article: Max on how to Ruck like the SAS…………… 215

  Max Velocity Tactical: Training Services…………………. 224

  Blog Article: The Great Tactical Training Con…………… 227

  Blog Article:

  Rationalizing Training Drills with Combat Reality………… 229

  Blog Article: Reality Check: All the Gear, No Idea……… 237

  Chapter Five: Basic Principles

  Introduction……………………………………….……….. 243

  Basic Fieldcraft…………………………..………………… 244

  Battle Preparation……………………….…………………. 246

  Observation………………………………………………… 246

  Camouflage…………………………………..…………….. 247

  Countering Aerial Thermal Surveillance………………….. 250

  Basic Movement…………………………………………… 254

  Taking Cover………………………………………………. 255

  Blog Post:

  React to Contact - Solid Drills to Keep You Alive………….. 257

  Basic Tactical Principles & Techniques…………………… 267

  Maneuver Techniques……………………………………… 272

  Angles of Fire & Flanking……………………….………… 275

  Tactical Terrain Terms……………………………………. 276

  Momentum…………………………………..…………….. 280

  Operational Tempo………………………………………… 282

  Blog Article:

  If Your Force is Unable to Gain Fire Superiority…………. 283

  Chapter Six: Casualties

  Introduction……………………………..………………….. 289

  Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TC3)…………………….. 292

  Care Under Fire……………………….…………………… 294

  Tactical Field Care………………………..………………..
295

  Casualty Movement……………………….……………….. 299

  Blog Post:

  SHTF Combat Casualty- Considerations & Realities…….. 300

  Chapter Seven: Post Event Vehicle Movement.

  Introduction……………………………………….………... 307

  General Movement Considerations………………………… 309

  Vehicle Movement Basics…………………………………. 315

  Specific Threats & TTPs…………………………………… 322

  Reaction to Contact Drills………………………………….. 328

  Actions on Halts…………………………………………... 337

  Chapter Eight: Dismounted Tactics

  Introduction………………………………………………… 339

  The Squad…………………………………………..……… 342

  Satellite Patrolling……………………………..…………… 344

  Communication & Movement……………….…………….. 348

  Squad Battle Drills & The Hasty Attack………..………… 351

  Blog Article: Using the Flank………………………………… 366

  Casualties & Prisoners………………………….………….. 376

  Grenades…………………………………………………… 377

  Bunker Drills………………………..……………………… 378

  Secondary Positions………………………………………... 381

  Chapter Nine: Defense

  Introduction………………………………………………… 383

  The Principles of Defense……………………………..…… 383

  Static (Point) Defense……………………………………… 396

  Mobile (Area) Defense……………………………….……. 397

  Static/Mobile Combinations……………………………….. 398

  Defensive Operations in Built Up Areas (OBUA)………… 398

  Urban Anti-Armor Ambush……………………………….. 403

  Entry Control Points (ECP)……………………………….. 406

  Traffic Control Points……………………………………… 409

  Platoon Defensive Positions………………………………. 413

  Range Cards……………………………………………….. 416

  Key Point Defense Orders…………………………………. 417

  Blog Post:

  The Ingredients of your Victory – Tactics & Gear………….. 421

  Chapter Ten: Patrols

  Types of Patrol………………………………….…………. 433

  Patrol Planning……………………………….…………….. 434

  Patrol Execution…………………….……………………… 434

  Blog Post: An Unconventional Patrolling Option…………. 444

  Post Patrol Actions………………………………………… 449

  Patrol Equipment…………………………………………... 450

  ‘Actions on’ …………………………………….………… 456

  Actions on Contact………………….……………………… 458

  Offensive Drills……………….……..…………………….. 458

  Break Contact Drills…………………………..…………… 461

  Small Team Break Contact Drills (4 Man)………………... 465

  Patrol Bases………………………………..……………… 476

  Infiltration………………………………………………….. 484

  Patrol Orders…………………………..…………………… 485

  Blog Article: Tactical Considerations for the ‘Lone Wolf… 493

  Chapter Eleven: Tactical Use of Vehicles………………….…… 501

  Blog Article: Tactical Mobility: How it may affect you….. 507

  Blog Article: Tactical Use of ATV ‘Four-Wheelers’……….. 516

  Chapter Twelve: Offensive Operations

  Introduction………………………………………………… 523

  Principles of Offensive Operations………...………………. 525

  Advance to Contact/Hasty Attack…………………………. 526

  Deliberate Attack………………………………………….. 531

  Fratricide…………………………………………………… 533

  Factors……………………………………………………… 534

  Cold Steel………………………………………….………. 537

  Raid………………………………………………………… 538

  Ambush…………………………………….………………. 541

  Fighting in Woods and Forests (FIWAF) …………………. 551

  Offensive Operations in Built Up Areas…………………… 555

  Squad Level OBUA……………………………..…………. 559

  Platoon Level OBUA……………………….……………… 567

  Company Level OBUA: An Introduction………….………. 569

  Chapter Thirteen: Withdrawal

  Introduction……………………………………………..….. 571

  Withdrawal Out of Contact………………………………… 571

  Withdrawal In Contact……………………………….…….. 572

  Exfiltration………………………………...……………….. 573

  Vehicles…………………………….………………………. 574

  Break Out………………………………………………….. 574

  Chapter Fourteen: Conclusion………………………………….. 577

  Glossary of Abbreviations…………………………………………. 579

  Disclaimers

  This is an instructional manual on tactical techniques and procedures; the information contained in this work stems from extensive training and experience, including operations in combat theaters and areas that have experienced a societal collapse. The conduct of some of the techniques described in this book may entail risk to your personal safety; they are intended solely for extreme survival situations. When utilizing weapons or any of the activities described in this book, including vehicle and dismounted movement, utmost care must be taken and safety is paramount. Do not participate in any tactical maneuvers with weapons without receiving instruction on correct operation and safety procedures.

  This manual explains techniques with weapons, explosives, vehicles and other tactical procedures that would not be morally, ethically or legally acceptable to conduct outside of a survival situation and/or a lethal threat to your life. The making or possession of some of the devices mentioned in this book, as well as the conduct of the tactics, techniques and procedures so described, are possibly illegal in some jurisdictions. Even possession may be construed as criminal intent. Consult you state and local laws. The content of this book is for informational purposes only and is intended to allow persons to prepare for a potential collapse of society and the absence of the rule of law. You are responsible for any training you conduct, and actions you may take, based off the information in this book. Safety and abiding by your state and local laws is paramount!

  Nothing in this book constitutes legal advice. Consult an attorney or legal resource if you have any legal questions. The medical component of the book does not constitute medical advice. Consult a doctor or qualified medical person if you have medical questions. The tactics, techniques and procedures component is merely the opinion of the author. The author shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any citizen, person, or entity with respect to loss or damage caused, or alleged to be caused, directly or indirectly by the information contained in this manual.


  INTRODUCTION

  “Utrinque Paratus”

  Ready for Anything

  This manual is the result of a detailed consideration of a societal collapse and the civil shift and aftermath that would impact individuals and families who are intent on survival. The purpose of this manual is to provide information to enhance the security, tactics, and survival skills of law-abiding citizens, who are faced with civil disorder, lawlessness, violence, and physical threat in a post-collapse environment.

  The information in this manual is derived from years of experience gained from service with special operations forces (SOF) followed by years of employment as a security contractor in hostile environments including Iraq and Afghanistan. It is a distillation of military and security training, principles, and tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) adapted to the threat and environment anticipated in this type of scenario in order to provide the knowledge needed to train to survive in a world turned upside down. It is no longer just survival of the fittest but survival of those prepared.

  The Anticipated Situation

  This manual is primarily intended to be used by those who have given consideration to an event that has led to a societal collapse (or post-event) situation. These individuals, groups or families are commonly termed ‘preppers’ or ‘survivalists’. Such people will have given consideration to the need to be prepared for situations where an ‘event’ has caused some form of disaster, or system collapse, which has led to a breakdown in society and the rule of law. This can be regional, countrywide, continental or worldwide. Lawlessness, mobs, looters, gangs and starving desperate individuals, groups, and families will be examples of the challenges to be faced.

  This situation is commonly termed ‘The End Of The World As We Know It’ or TEOTWAWKI and the SHTF (Sh*t Hits The Fan). Preppers will have taken steps to insure themselves against the breakdown in the system of law and the supply system, by stocking up on items such as food, water, weapons and ammunition and other survival goods and equipment. Such preparations vary on a sliding scale from simple short term disaster preparedness, to living full time in a defendable ‘retreat’ in a remote location.