Strategies for civilian or small-unit disruption of critical infrastructure, including transportation (rail, automotive), communications, and electrical power. Historical Context & Related Reports
Guidelines for creating and using incendiary devices, ranging from gasoline-filled "incendiary bottles" (similar to Molotov cocktails) to complex incendiary formulas for disrupting facilities.
The document is a notable historical military field training manual, primarily associated with the United States Marine Corps (USMC) Fleet Marine Force. Originally published during the World War II era (specifically referenced as a 1943 manual), it was later reprinted and popularized for civilian/historian audiences by Paladin Press . Key Components of the Manual Destruction by Demolition, Incendiaries and Sab...
While the manual itself is a primary resource, several related historical reports and manuals provide a broader picture of these tactics:
Lists this specific manual (Item 55 HAF 805) alongside other critical WWII tactical documents like reports on British Commandos and the Battle of Midway. Strategies for civilian or small-unit disruption of critical
Detailed instructions on the history, use, and handling of various explosives like black powder, dynamite, and PE2. It covers the effectiveness of explosives against different materials such as stone, iron, and walls.
A declassified CIA document that describes "non-violent" or simple ways for civilians to disrupt productivity through everyday mistakes and procedural delays. Originally published during the World War II era
The manual provides a technical and tactical overview of methods used to disrupt enemy infrastructure and operations.