A great value! Two military manuals combine into one book. If you purchase both books separate you will pay more for the books plus shipping cost. Rifle Platoon and Squad: The mission of the Infantry is to close with the enemy by means of fire and maneuver in order to destroy or capture him, or to repel his assault with fire, close combat, and counterattack. The Infantry will engage the enemy with combined arms in all operational environments to bring about his defeat. This field manual provides a doctrinal framework on how Infantry rifle platoons and squads fight. It also addresses rifle platoon and squad non-combat operations across the spectrum of conflict. Content discussions include principles, tactics, techniques, procedures, terms, and symbols that apply to small unit operations in the current operational environment. The Army Weight Control Program for all Personnel: a. The primary objective of the Army Weight Control Program is to insure that all personnel- (1) Are able to meet the physical demands of their duties under combat conditions. (2) Present a trim military appearance at all times. b. Excessive body fat- (1) Connotes a lack of personal discipline. (2) Detracts from military appearance. (3) May indicate a poor state of health, physical fitness, or stamina. c. Objectives of the Army Weight Control Program are to- (1) Assist in establishing and maintaining- (a) Discipline. (b) Operational readiness. (c) Optimal physical fitness. (d) Health. (e) Effectiveness of Army personnel through proper weight control. (2) Establish appropriate body fat standards. (3) Provide procedures for which personnel are counseled to assist in meeting the standards prescribed in this regulation. (4) Foster high standards of professional military appearance expected of all personnel.