According to a new U.S. Army field manual, when a soldier is about to throw a hand grenade at any enemy target he should normally follow the specified procedures and assume one of five authorized positions (standing, kneeling, etc.). However, “If a Soldier can achieve more distance and accuracy using his own personal style, he should be allowed to do so….” See “Grenades and Pyrotechnic Signals” (large pdf), U.S. Army Field Manual 3-23.30, October 2009.
Other noteworthy new U.S. military doctrinal publications include the following (all pdf).
“Marine Corps Space Policy,” Marine Corps Order 5400.53, September 28, 2009.
“Joint Urban Operations,” Joint Publication 3-06, November 8, 2009.
“Counterterrorism,” JP 3-26, November 13, 2009.
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