U.S. Marine Close Combat Fighting Handbook

Prepare yourself with battle-tested self-defense skills in the U.S. Marine Close Combat Fighting Handbook, the most trusted and authoritative manual used by the United States Marine Corps. This well-regarded guide is jam-packed with vetted, tried and tested hand-to-hand techniques and strategies, offering readers truly unparalleled insights into close combat tactics fine-honed by the world's most formidable fighting forces.What sets this handbook apart is its comprehensive approach to close combat, covering a wide range of techniques from fundamental principles to advanced applications. The manual's detailed instructions and step-by-step illustrations enable readers of all skill levels to effectively learn and apply these techniques.You'll learn:

• Hand-to-hand counter offense techniques - to ensure you dominate from the ground up - in sports or self-defense
• Side control escapes and counters - that let you maneuver out of a pinned position and regain the upper hand
• Choke and bar techniques - designed to neutralize larger opponents quickly and effectively
• Guard passes and defenses - to help you keep your balance and prevent your opponent from seizing control from you

This indispensable guide is ideal for survivalists, pro and amateur wrestlers, MMA fighters, preppers, martial arts enthusiasts, law enforcement personnel, and outdoor adventurers who seek to enhance their self-defense capabilities. By mastering these intermediate ground fighting techniques used by the USMC, you can build confidence, improve situational awareness, and be better prepared to protect yourself and others.These close-combat skills will ensure you are always ready for any unpredictable situations - on the street or in the field. Acquire the combat expertise you need to build your confidence and capabilities to come out on top in any hostile situation.Originally written by the USMC, this specific product has been reformatted for easier publication. It has not been edited in any way for widespread, unrestricted, unendorsed distribution.