Author: William Henry Waldron
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Military topography
Languages : en
Pages : 16
Book Description
Military Topography and Map Reading
Author: William Henry Waldron
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Military topography
Languages : en
Pages : 16
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Military topography
Languages : en
Pages : 16
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Practical Military Topography
Author: James Alfred Moss
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Maps, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 160
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Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Maps, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 160
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Military Topography
Author: United States Military Academy
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Military geography
Languages : en
Pages : 344
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Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Military geography
Languages : en
Pages : 344
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The Official U.S. Army Map Reading and Land Navigation Handbook
Author: Department of the Army
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493069373
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 193
Book Description
The U.S. Army’s official guide to map reading, determining location, and navigating For a soldier, knowing where you are is a matter of life and death, and so it comes as no surprise that the Army has produced the most complete, clear, and thorough guide to map reading and navigation available. The book starts with a comprehensive explanation of the meaning and uses of maps, whether photographic, planimetric (standard-style), or topographic, then proceeds to the use of those maps, discussing compass techniques, celestial navigation, and determination of distance. There is a detailed section on interpreting topographic maps, with notes on tactical considerations for differing terrain, as well as determining the ease of movement through an area. The book’s crucial, well-illustrated chapters have invaluable information on: Training Strategy Maps Marginal Information and Symbols Grids Scale and Distance Direction Overlays Aerial Photographs Navigation Equipment and Methods Elevation Relief Terrain Association Mounted Land Navigation Navigation in Different Types of Terrain Unit Sustainment There is also information on field sketching, the tricky art of map folding, units of measure and conversion factors, map symbols, orienteering, and the global positioning system (GPS).
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493069373
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 193
Book Description
The U.S. Army’s official guide to map reading, determining location, and navigating For a soldier, knowing where you are is a matter of life and death, and so it comes as no surprise that the Army has produced the most complete, clear, and thorough guide to map reading and navigation available. The book starts with a comprehensive explanation of the meaning and uses of maps, whether photographic, planimetric (standard-style), or topographic, then proceeds to the use of those maps, discussing compass techniques, celestial navigation, and determination of distance. There is a detailed section on interpreting topographic maps, with notes on tactical considerations for differing terrain, as well as determining the ease of movement through an area. The book’s crucial, well-illustrated chapters have invaluable information on: Training Strategy Maps Marginal Information and Symbols Grids Scale and Distance Direction Overlays Aerial Photographs Navigation Equipment and Methods Elevation Relief Terrain Association Mounted Land Navigation Navigation in Different Types of Terrain Unit Sustainment There is also information on field sketching, the tricky art of map folding, units of measure and conversion factors, map symbols, orienteering, and the global positioning system (GPS).
U.S. Army Guide to Map Reading and Navigation
Author: Department of the Army
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1628730242
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
It requires no prior knowledge of these subjects. Sections include map care, comprehension of map symbols, military symbols, grid reference systems, and interpretation of aerial photographs. After the basics are covered, the second half moves to land navigation – varying terrains, elevations, day-night variations. Map and compass work is thoroughly explained. Finally, extreme scenarios – desert, mountain, jungle, arctic, and urban terrains – are all explored.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1628730242
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
It requires no prior knowledge of these subjects. Sections include map care, comprehension of map symbols, military symbols, grid reference systems, and interpretation of aerial photographs. After the basics are covered, the second half moves to land navigation – varying terrains, elevations, day-night variations. Map and compass work is thoroughly explained. Finally, extreme scenarios – desert, mountain, jungle, arctic, and urban terrains – are all explored.
Fundamentals of Military Map Reading
Author: United States. War Department
Publisher:
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Category : Military maps
Languages : en
Pages : 24
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Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Military maps
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Military Geology and Topography, a Presentation of Certain Phases of Geology, Geography and Topography for Military Purposes
Author: Herbert E. Gregory
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781016045865
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781016045865
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Military Topography for the Mobile Forces
Author: Clarence Osborne Sherrill
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Military topography
Languages : en
Pages : 390
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Military topography
Languages : en
Pages : 390
Book Description
MILITARY TOPOGRAPHY & MAP READ
Author: William Henry 1877 Waldron
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781374480988
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 18
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781374480988
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 18
Book Description
Military Topography for the Mobile Forces, Including Map Reading, Surveying and Sketching
Author: Clarence Osborne Sherrill
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Maps, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 394
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Maps, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 394
Book Description