FM 5-144, ARMY FIELD MANUAL: TACTICAL LAND CLEARING (30 AUG 1974)

FM 5-144, ARMY FIELD MANUAL: TACTICAL LAND CLEARING (30 AUG 1974)., The purpose of this manual is to provide commanders and their staffs with information and data which can guide them in their conduct of tactical clearing operations. It provides a consolidation of the latest information and guidance to personnel responsible for planning land clearing operations and for utilizing and supervising engineer units engaged in such operations. Additionally, the manual provides information about equipment and methods used by civilian land clearing agencies that are also applicable to military clearing operations.