United States Army Field Manuals

They contain detailed information and how-tos for procedures important to soldiers serving in the field.

Not all FMs are being rescinded; 50 select Field Manuals will continue to be published, periodically reviewed and revised.

[2] The Library of Congress maintains a list of every Field Manual published between the 1940s to the 1970s.

[4] This process, specifically using the MediaWiki arm of the military's professional networking application, milSuite, was recognized by the White House as an Open Government Initiative in 2010.

This document would serve as a foundation to cement the Marine Corps' distinction as an independent force and demonstrate commitment to the doctrine of maneuver warfare.