FM 31-21 Guerrilla Warfare & Special Forces Operations

Without a doubt FM 31-21 Guerrilla Warfare & Special Forces Operations is one of the best single-volume handbooks ever written on guerrilla warfare. This is FM 31-21, the “BIBLE” of our Special forces in its entirety.

This manual provides guidance in Special Forces and unconventional warfare operations for commanders and staffs at all levels. The basic concepts of unconventional warfare are presented in a manner designed to acquaint the reader with Special Forces organization, concepts, and methods of operations to fulfill the Army’s responsibility for the conduct of unconventional warfare.

FM 31-21 Imparts a thorough understanding of the ideas established within this manual will prepare the commander and staff officers for subsequent decisions and staff actions which affect special forces planning and operations.

It contains detailed methods and techniques of Special Forces operations are discussed below