The History of Marine Corps Competitive Marksmanship
The History of Marine Corps Competitive Marksmanship

Author: Maj. Robert E. Barde

Publisher: Loose Cannon

Published:

Total Pages: 579

ISBN-13:

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A historical look at the illustrious Marine Corps Marksmanship teams Major Barde's extensively researched and footnoted book is considered the definitive text on the history of the US Marine Corps shooting programs. This detailed examination of the era from 1901 thru 1962 covers all of the most famous matches, both U.S. and internationally-based. You'll learn about the most famous marksmen of each era and how they contributed to the Marines' legacy as the winningest service branch in U.S. competitive shooting. A must-have edition for any Marine Corps shooting competitor or those with an interest in American shooting competition history. • U.S. and International matches • Olympics participation • Vintage shooting positions • Team-based competition • Automatic weapon markmanship • The Krag, Springfield, and Garand in competition • Equipment tricks and maintainance • Amusing stories and anecdotes Numerous appendices give information on the most coveted awards and trophies, such as the Lauchheimer, Elliot Trophy, Lloyd Trophy, San Diego Trophy, The Holcomb, Edson and many more. Generously illustrated with historical photos from every era. This edition features a new Foreword by former Marine Shooting team competitor/coach MSgt Jim Owens. It is in this historical record you will find many clues to the US Marines eternal emphasis on rifle marksmanship as a key tenet of their organization. Commandant Gen. David M. Shoup said it best in his Preface to this book: "The triumphs and the defeats at Camp Perry, Wakefield, and Sea Girt played a fundamental part in the training and molding of combat Marines. The firing lines of these famous ranges produced shooters and techniques that augured well the successful battles of France, Nicaragua, Haiti, the Pacific Isles and Korea." Keywords: Camp Perry,Olympics,Palma,Garand,pistol,Match,Sea Girt,marksmanship,rifle,trophy,distinguished

The History of Marine Corps Competitive Marksmanship, Volume Two (1960-2010)
The History of Marine Corps Competitive Marksmanship, Volume Two (1960-2010)

Author: Marine Corps Distinguished Shooters Association

Publisher:

Published: 2020-03-19

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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Affectionately known as "The Red Book -- Volume II," this book begins by giving the reader an overview of the U.S. Marine Corps' Competition-In-Arms Program (CIAP), after which the book breaks down the decades from 1960 to 2010 into five chapters which document the journey and accomplishments of some of the world's finest marksmen. The book concludes with a Marine Distinguished Shooter Roster, followed by an accounting of scores achieved and trophies awarded to Marines during the years ranging from 1960 to 2010. Note that this book "...goes well beyond documenting the badges and trophies earned. It also brings to light the underlying philosophy of the Competition-In-Arms Program as a vehicle for the improvement of training and weapons." (Colonel David J. Willis, USMC Retired). As one reads through this volume, it will serve the reader well to remember the words of General David Shoup, the 22nd Commandant of the Marine Corps (1960-1963): "Marines have forged an international reputation for excellence in marksmanship. Our reputation was gained in competitive marksmanship on ranges, which in no small way contributed to our success in battle. The Competition-In-Arms Program has always stimulated interest in marksmanship and thereby increased the standard of performance of small arms use by Marines. As Marines representing the Corps in competitive shooting contributed to our battlefield success in the past, so new shooters will in the future." ...Semper Fi!

Manuals Combined: U.S. Marine Corps Competition in Arms Program (CIAP) PISTOL Course Instruction Materials, Media & Division Match And Annual Rifle Databook
Manuals Combined: U.S. Marine Corps Competition in Arms Program (CIAP) PISTOL Course Instruction Materials, Media & Division Match And Annual Rifle Databook

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Publisher: Jeffrey Frank Jones

Published:

Total Pages: 367

ISBN-13:

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INTRODUCTION GAIN ATTENTION. A shooter who participates in a Division Match, while recognized as a proficient shooter, has also been selected to become a representative and participant in the Marine Corps Competition in Arms Program (CIAP). Throughout its history, this program and the events conducted within the program all stress the same principles: the development of proficient and combat-ready Marines through the practice and application of marksmanship fundamentals and shooting techniques. Success in requalification, combat, and competition rely on the shooter's ability to apply what he has learned in these environments. The competitive shooter's goal over the coming weeks will ultimately be to win the match, but the skills and knowledge that he receives will serve him and his fellow Marines long after the competition ends and the medals are awarded. The CIAP's mission to develop and perpetuate effective shooters is the foundation on which each shooter in the Marine Corps may achieve success. 2. OVERVIEW. This lesson will cover an introduction to the CIAP to include history, traditions, objectives, scope, structure, quotas, and awards. 3. INTRODUCE LEARNING OBJECTIVES. The Division Match instruction is structured to prepare the shooter to fire the Division Match Course and is not a component of a formal school program. Therefore, there are no learning objectives. 4. METHOD. This lesson will be taught in a classroom setting using lecture. 5. EVALUATION. The Division Match instruction is structured to prepare the shooter to fire the Division Match Course and is not a component of a formal school program. Therefore, students are not evaluated on this material. Contents by Category: General Division Match Category DIV 01 Intro to CIAP DIV 32 Division Match Rules DIV 33 Rifle Division Match Media DIV 34 Pistol Division Match Media DIV 34 Pistol Division Match Pistol Category DIV 23 Intro to Pistol DIV 23 Intro to Pistol Media DIV 24 Pistol Weapons Handling DIV 24 Pistol Weapons Handling Media DIV 24A Pistol Weapons Handling Exercise DIV 25 Pistol Fundamentals DIV 25 Pistol Fundamentals Media DIV 26 Pistol Techniques of Fire DIV 26 Pistol Techniques of Fire Media DIV 27 Pistol Stance, Grip, Presentation DIV 27 Pistol Stance, Grip, Presentation Media DIV 28 Pistol Reengagement DIV 29 Pistol Reloading DIV 29 Pistol Reloading_Media DIV 30 One-handed Firing DIV 30 One-handed Firing Media DIV 31 Pistol Kneeling DIV 31 Pistol Kneeling Media & CIAP Division Match and Annual Rifle Databook

Rifle Marksmanship
Rifle Marksmanship

Author: U. S. Marine Corps

Publisher:

Published: 2005-01-01

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 9781410108180

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All Marines share a common warfighting belief: "Every Marine a rifleman." This simple credo reinforces the belief that all Marines are forged from a common experience, share a common set of values, and are trained as members of an expeditionary force in readiness. As such, there are no "rear area" Marines, and no one is very far from the fighting during expeditionary operations. The Marine rifleman of the next conflict will be as in past conflicts: among the first to confront the enemy and the last to hang his weapon in the rack after the conflict is won. Rifle Marksmanship, a Marine Corps Reference Publication, provides techniques and procedures for Marine Corps rifle marksmanship. Every Marine is first and foremost a rifleman. Rifle Marksmanship reflects this ethos and the Marine Corps' warfighting philosophy. This publication discusses the individual skills required for effective rifle marksmanship and standardizes the techniques and procedures used throughout the Marine Corps. It constitutes the doctrinal basis for all entry-level and sustainment-level rifle marksmanship training.