The principal audience for this publication Training Circular TC 3-21.76 The Ranger Handbook are U.S. Army Rangers and combat arms units. Commanders and staffs of Army headquarters serving as joint task force or multinational headquarters, trainers, and educators throughout the Army will also use this publication.The Ranger Handbook is mainly written for U.S. Army Rangers and other light Infantry units, however it should also serve as a handy reference for other U.S. military units as it contains a summary of other manuals such as ATP 3-21.8, ADP 6-22, ATP 3-21.10 ADRP 3-0, ATTP 3-06.11, ATP 4-01.45, FM 6-22, FM 22-100, FM 3-21.8, FM 7-8, FM 3-21.10, FM 7-10, FM 3-90, and FM 3-55.93. It covers how Infantry squad- and platoon-sized elements conduct combat operations in varied terrains. It cites other Army resources to ensure continuity.This handbook provides squad and platoon leaders with the roles, tactics, knowledge, and operational requirements to employ combat multipliers in a combat environment.Contents: PREFACERANGER HISTORY MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENTS Chapter 1 LEADERSHIPPrinciplesAssumption of CommandChapter 2 OPERATIONS Troop Leading Procedures Combat IntelligenceOperation OrderFragmentary OrderAnnexes Coordination Checklists Terrain ModelChapter 3 FIRE SUPPORTBasic Tasks and Targeting Interdiction Risk Estimate DistanceClose Air SupportArmy Attack AviationChapter 4 COMMUNICATIONS EquipmentAntennas Chapter 5 DEMOLITIONS Initiating (Priming) Systems Detonation (Firing) Systems Expedient ExplosivesCharges Chapter 6 MOVEMENTFormations Movement Techniques Danger AreasChapter 7 PATROLSPrinciplesPlanning Reconnaissance Patrols Combat Patrols Performing a Raid Supporting TasksMovement to Contact Task Standards Chapter 8 BATTLE DRILLSReact to Direct Fire Contact (07-3-D9501) Conduct a Platoon Assault (07-3-D9514)React to Ambush (Near) (07-3-D9502) Enter and Clear a Room (07-4-D9509) React to Indirect Fire (07-3-D9504) Chapter 9 MILITARY MOUNTAINEERING Training and Planning Dismounted Mobility Task OrganizationRescue Equipment Mountaineering Equipment Rope Installations Chapter 10 MACHINE GUN EMPLOYMENT SpecificationsClasses of Automatic Weapons Fire Offense DefenseControl of Machine Guns Chapter 11 URBAN OPERATIONSPlanning Preparation Analyzing the Urban Environment Close Quarters Combat Chapter 12 WATERBORNE OPERATIONS Rope Bridge Poncho Raft Watercraft Preparation, Personnel, and EquipmentConduct Capsize ProceduresRiver Movement, Navigation, and Formations Chapter 13 MOUNTED PATROL OPERATIONS Planning Forced Stops Chapter 14 AVIATIONReverse Planning SequenceAir Assault Formations Pickup Zone Operations Rotary Wing Aircraft Specifications Chapter 15 FIRST AID LifeSaving Steps and Care Under FireTreating InjuriesPoisonous Plant IdentificationFoot Care, Hydration, and Acclimatization Requesting Medical EvacuationAppendix A RESOURCESAppendix B QUICK REFERENCE CARDS GLOSSARY REFERENCES INDEX