U S Marine Corps

The MCWP 2-12 provides the information needed by Marines to understand, plan, and execute intelligence production and analysis to support MAGTF operations. It describes intelligence doctrinal fundamentals, the nature of analytical thinking, intelligence preparation of the battlespace, and intelligence support to targeting. This publication also discusses intelligence command and control, communications and information systems support, intelligence products and formats, planning, execution, and training.

MCWP 2-12.1 describes aspects of geographic intelligence operations, including doctrinal fundamentals, command and control, communications and information systems support, planning, execution, equipment, security, and training. MCWP 2-12.1 provides the information Marines needed to understand, plan, and execute geographic intelligence operations in support of the MAGTF.

MCWP 2-14 describes aspects of CI operations across the spectrum of MAGTF, naval, joint and multinational operations, including doctrinal fundamentals, equipment, command and control, communications and information systems support, planning, execution, security, and training. MCWP 2-14 provides the information needed by Marines to understand, plan, and execute CI operations in support of the MAGTF across the spectrum of conflict.

This publication is the foundation for teaching Marines correct water survival techniques and procedures that are used throughout the Marine combat water survival program (MCWSP). Once an individual or a unit has completed the MCWSP, this publication can be used as a refresher course before water operations.

MCWP 2-4 describes aspects of intelligence dissemination operations including doctrinal fundamentals, responsibilities, management, methodology and planning, and common forms of dissemination, such as estimates, studies, briefings, and reports. MCWP 2-4 provides the information needed by Marines to understand, plan, and execute intelligence dissemination operations in support of the MAGTF across the range of military operations.

Marines must have the versatility, flexibility, and skills to deal with any situation at anylevel of intensity across the entire range of military operations. Whenever the situationwarrants the application of deadly force, a Marine must be able to deliver well-aimedshots to eliminate the threat. A Marine who is proficient in pistol marksmanship handlesthis challenge without escalating the level of violence or causing unnecessary collateraldamage. It is not enough to simply provide Marines with the best available firearms; wemust also ensure that their training prepares them to deliver accurate fire against the enemyunder the most adverse conditions without hesitancy, fear, or uncertainty of action. Awell-trained Marine is confident that he can protect himself, accomplish the mission, andprotect his fellow Marines. To be combat ready, a Marine must be skilled in the tactics, techniques, and procedures of pistol marksmanship and diligent in the proper care andmaintenance of the M9, 9-mm service pistol. Marine Corps Reference Publication (MCRP) 3-0 lB. Pistol Marksmanship, is the MarineCorps' source document for pistol marksmanship and provides the doctrinal basis forMarine Corps pistol marksmanship training. This publication provides all Marines armedwith a pistol with the tactics, techniques, and procedures for range and field firing theM9, 9-mm service pistol