Individuals Guide To Understanding And Surviving Terrorism

At a glance..

This manual provides guidance to individual Marines (private through general officer) and their dependents on terrorism and its effects. This reference publication gives an overview of terrorism, explains antiterrorism individual protective measures, and what to do if taken hostage.

The details..

"The Individual's Guide for Understanding and Surviving Terrorism" is a reference publication by the U.S. Marine Corps that aims to provide guidance on terrorism and its effects to individuals ranging from privates through general officers as well as their dependents. This book supersedes previous publications such as FMFRP 7-14A dated October 1989, providing updated information in light of current threats.

This guide covers various topics related to surviving terrorist incidents including bombings, kidnappings, hijackings or skyjackings among others. It also highlights different types of targets such as soft targets like public places with little security or hard targets like military bases with high levels of security.

Furthermore, this book emphasizes the importance of situational awareness when it comes to detecting surveillance activities which could lead up to potential attacks. The third chapter delves into how one can survive being held hostage by discussing personal contingency planning strategies along with coping mechanisms during captivity.

Overall "The Individual's Guide for Understanding and Surviving Terrorism" serves not only as an informative resource but also equips readers with practical tools necessary in case they find themselves caught in a dangerous situation.