Individual's Guide for Understanding and Surviving Terrorism - Softcover

U.S. Marine Corps

 
9781581604498: Individual's Guide for Understanding and Surviving Terrorism

Synopsis

As the most elite section of the United States military, the U.S. Marine Corps takes on the vital job of guarding American embassies around the planet, including those in the world's hotspots. In this concise guide, distributed to all Marines serving overseas, discover how this highly trained force deals with the constant threat of terrorism. Discover: . the types of attacks Marines can expect, from bombings and kidnappings to hijackings and cyberterrorism . who terrorists are and how they operate . tips for protecting oneself and reducing the likelihood of being targeted by terrorists . special precautions for children . how to harden your home and vehicles against attack . what to do when traveling to protect oneself . how to survive as a hostage . and much, much more. Military buffs, wargamers, readers of espionage thrillers, those seeking to protect themselves from terrorism, and anyone looking to understand how American armed services operate in the ever-changing arena of modern warfare will find this a fascinating and informative document.

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Synopsis

As guards for all U.S. embassies abroad, including in the world's most volatile hot spots, U.S. Marines are among the foremost authorities on how to prepare for and preven terrorist activity. This reprint of the manual distributed to all Marines serving overseas reflects their expert practical knowledge. It contains dozens of simple tips to lower your profile and make you and your family less of a target for terrorists, as well as courses of action you can take should you ever find yourself in the midst of a terrorist incident. If you want to maximize your own and your family's safety in the face of today's terrorist threat, make this U.S. Marine Corps manual a part of your home-protection library.

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