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by U S Marine Corps (Author)
Marines must have the versatility, flexibility, and skills to deal with any situation at anylevel of intensity across the entire range of military operations. Whenever the situationwarrants the application of deadly force, a Marine must be able to deliver well-aimedshots to eliminate the threat. A Marine who is proficient in pistol marksmanship handlesthis challenge without escalating the level of violence or causing unnecessary collateraldamage. It is not enough to simply provide Marines with the best available firearms; wemust also ensure that their training prepares them to deliver accurate fire against the enemyunder the most adverse conditions without hesitancy, fear, or uncertainty of action. Awell-trained Marine is confident that he can protect himself, accomplish the mission, andprotect his fellow Marines. To be combat ready, a Marine must be skilled in the tactics, techniques, and procedures of pistol marksmanship and diligent in the proper care andmaintenance of the M9, 9-mm service pistol.Marine Corps Reference Publication (MCRP) 3-0 lB. Pistol Marksmanship, is the MarineCorps' source document for pistol marksmanship and provides the doctrinal basis forMarine Corps pistol marksmanship training. This publication provides all Marines armedwith a pistol with the tactics, techniques, and procedures for range and field firing theM9, 9-mm service pistol