Fm 31 28 Fouo Special Forces Advanced Urban Combat 1 December 1999 Pdf -
FM 31-28, Special Forces Advanced Urban Combat (SFAUC), is a December 1999 Department of the Army field manual outlining specialized training for Special Forces Operational Detachment Alphas (ODAs) in high-intensity urban environments. The document, traditionally marked as For Official Use Only (FOUO), covers comprehensive tactical training, including precision marksmanship, close-quarters battle (CQB), and advanced breaching operations. For more details, visit Special Forces Training . SF Advanced Urban Combat (SFAUC) - Special Forces Training
- Date Line: "1 December 1999" (Not 1998 or 2000).
- Distribution Statement: Usually "D" (Distribution authorized to DoD and DoD contractors only).
- The FOUO Stamp: A red or black text box on the top and bottom of every page stating "FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY – PRIVACY ACT INFORMATION".
- Appendix D: A specific section on "Improvised Munitions for Urban Assault" which was removed from later unclassified versions.
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Content of FM 31-28
Advanced Marksmanship:
High-intensity "flat range" firing focusing on speed and precision with rifles, pistols, and shotguns. FM 31-28, Special Forces Advanced Urban Combat (SFAUC),
Released on December 1, 1999, FM 31-28 "Special Forces Advanced Urban Combat" (SFAUC) transitioned military doctrine toward precise, close-quarters battle, moving beyond traditional "seize and hold" strategies. The manual emphasized specialized skills—such as technical breaching, surgical marksmanship, and nighttime operations—that became crucial for 21st-century urban environments. Learn more about the training techniques outlined in the document at Special Forces Training . Doctrine - Urban Warfare Institute Date Line: "1 December 1999" (Not 1998 or 2000)