Velocity - Contact!: a tactical manual for post collapse survival

CONTACT!

Tactical Manual

For Post Collapse Survival

Second Edition

MAX VELOCITY

Live Hard, Die Free!

Website: maxvelocitytactical.com

Blog: maxvelocitytactical.com\blog

Email: maxvelocitytactical@gmail.com

Copyright 2012 by Max Velocity

ISBN-13: 978-1478106692

ISBN-10: 1478106697

Cover Art: Tony Mauro

This book is dedicated to The Fallen:

They went with songs to the battle, they were young.

Straight of limb, true of eyes, steady and aglow.

They were staunch to the end against odds uncounted,

They fell with their faces to the foe.

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:

Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning,

We will remember them.

Lest we Forget.

The Ode of Remembrance

CONTENTS

Dedication

Contents

Disclaimers

INTRODUCTION . 1

The Anticipated Situation. 1

Why ...... 5

About the Author .. 7

Blog Article: Max V: Training Qualifications ... 8

Chapter One : Starting Points

The Threat.. 13

A Little More on Threat. 22

The Mission......................................................................... 26

Family/Group/Team .. 26

Mental Preparation & the Use of Force.... 31

Blog Article: There Will Be No Theme Music ... 40

Blog Article: On Fighting

Physical Preparation for Tactical Operations.... 48

Blog Article: Keep Low, Move Fast PT for Survival .

Blog Article: Realistic Rucking

Weapons . 61

Leadership ...... 67

Chapter Two : To Stay or To Go

Stay in Place.. 71

Blog Extract: Long Term Security of Retreat Locations .. 75

Vs. Bugging Out 84

Timing 84

Route Selection...... 85

Location. 85

Access & Concealment...... 86

Numbers . 87

Vehicles . 88

Equipment .. 89

Blog Article: Gear, Rucks & Living in the Field

Blog Article: Camping after the SHTF

Blog Article:

Rainstorms & Associated Tactical Thoughts

Blog Article: Field Sleeping Options: A Discussion ..

Surveillance Equipment . 114

Profile . 116

Blog Article: Body Armor . 120

Blog Article: Gear Set-Up . 123

Law Enforcement Issues

Situational Awareness .... 133

Mitigation ... 134

Blog Article: Canteen vs. Hydration Bladder

Blog Article: Gear Philosophy Update.

CHAPTER Three: Decision Makin g

Introduction 147

The OODA Loop 149

The Military Decision Makin g Process. 150

The Combat Estimat e.... 155

Combat Estimat e 156

Blog Article: The Tactical Use of Terrain/Ground

Chapter Four : Training

Training Processes. 175

Blog Article: Good Solid Training

Weapons Safety. 182

Blog Article: Tactical Tip: Slings & Muzzle Flagging . 184

Shooting & Weapons Training .. 189

Blog Article: The Fundamentals of Shooting

Blog Article:

Combat Rifle: Solid Basics to Keep you Alive ..

Navigation / Route Selection..... 211

Blog Article: Max on how to Ruck like the SAS

Max Velocity Tactical: Training Services. 224

Blog Article: The Great Tactical Training Con

Blog Article:

Rationalizing Training Drills with Combat Reality

Blog Article: Reality Check: All the Gear, No Idea

Chapter Five : Basic Principles

Introduction... 243

Basic Fieldcraft.. 244

Battle Preparation.. 246

Observation 246

Camouflage .... 247

Countering Aerial T hermal Surveillance.. 250

Basic Movement

Taking Cover . 255

Blog Post:

React to Contact - Solid Drills to Keep You Alive..

Basic Tactical Principles & Techniques

Maneuver Techniques

Angles of Fire & Flanking . 275

Tactical Terrain Terms. 276

Momentum .... 280

Operational Tempo

Blog Article:

If Your Force is Unable to Gain Fire Superiority . 283

Chapter Six : Casualties

Introduction.... 289

Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TC3).. 292

Care Under Fire. 294

Tactical Field Care .... 295

Casualty Movement ... 299

Blog Post:

SHTF Combat Casualty- Considerations & Realities..

Chapter Seven : Post Event Vehicle Movement.

Introduction.... 307

General Movement Considerations 309

Vehicle Movement Basics. 315

Specific Threats & TTPs 322

Reaction to Contact Drills.. 328

Actions on Halts... 337

Chapter Eight : Dismounted Tactics

Introduction 339

The Squad.. 342

Satellite Patrolling.. 344

Communication & Movement... 348

Squad Battle Drills & The Hasty Attack.. 351

Blog Article: Using the Flank

Casualties & Prisoners ... 376

Grenades

Bunker Drills .. 378

Secondary Positions ... 381

Chapter Nine : Defense

Introduction 383

The Principles of Defense.. 383

Static (Point) Defense 396

Mobile (Area) Defense.. 397

Static/Mobile Combinations.. 398

Defensive Operations in Built Up Areas (OBUA) 398

Urban Anti-Armor Ambush..

Entry Control Points (ECP).. 406

Traffic Control Points 409

Platoon Defensive Positions. 413

Range Cards.. 416

Key Point Defense Orders. 417

Blog Post:

The Ingredients of your Victory Tactics & Gear ..

Chapter Ten : Patrols

Types of Patrol.. 433

Patrol Planning... 434

Patrol Execution. 434

Blog Post: An Unconventional Patrolling Option.

Post Patrol Actions 449

Patrol Equipment... 450

Actions on . 456

Actions on Contact. 458

Offensive Drills..... 458

Break Contact Drills.. 461

Small Team Break Contact Drills (4 Man)... 465

Patrol Bases.. 476

Infiltration.. 484

Patrol Orders.. 485

Blog Article: Tactical Considerations for the Lone Wolf

Chapter Eleven : Tactical Use of Vehicles . 501

Blog Article: Tactical Mobility: How it may affect you .. 507

Blog Article: Tactical Use of ATV Four-Wheelers..

Chapter Twelve : Offensive Operations

Introduction 523

Principles of Offensive Operations.... 525

Advance to Contact/Hasty Attack. 526

Deliberate Attack.. 531

Fratricide 533

Factors 534

Cold Steel.. 537

Raid 538

Ambush.. 541

Fighting in Woods and Forests (FIWAF) . 551

Offensive Operations in Built Up Areas 555

Squad Level OBUA... 559

Platoon Level OBUA. 567

Company Level OBUA: An Introduction.. 569

Chapter Thirteen: Withdrawal

Introduction.... 571

Withdrawal O ut of Contact 571

Withdrawal In Contact... 572

Exfiltration ..... 573

Vehicles .. 574

Break Out .. 574

Chapter Fourteen : Conclusion .. 577

Glossary of Abbreviations. 579

Disclaimers

This is an instructional manual on tactical techniques and procedures; the information contained in this work stems from extensive training and experience, including operations in combat theaters and areas that have experienced a societal collapse. The conduct of some of the techniques described in this book may entail risk to your personal safety; they are intended solely for extreme survival situations. When utilizing weapons or any of the activities described in this book, including vehicle and dismounted movement, utmost care must be taken and safety is paramount. Do not participate in any tactical maneuvers with weapons without receiving instruction on correct operation and safety procedures.

This manual explains techniques with weapons, explosives, vehicles and other tactical procedures that would not be morally, ethically or legally acceptable to conduct outside of a survival situation and/or a lethal threat to your life. The making or possession of some of the devices mentioned in this book, as well as the conduct of the tactics, techniques and procedures so described, are possibly illegal in some jurisdictions. Even possession may be construed as criminal intent. Consult you state and local laws. The content of this book is for informational purposes only and is intended to allow persons to prepare for a potential collapse of society and the absence of the rule of law. You are responsible for any training you conduct, and actions you may take, based off the information in this book. Safety and abiding by your state and local laws is paramount!