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Terrain Analysis (Army Field Manual FM 5-33)
Terrain Analysis - Army Field Manual FM 5-33 Author:U.S. Army Engineer School Authors, et. al. The Army "bible" on Terrain Analysis. Ten comprehensive chapters, with appendixes, glossary, references and index. Terrain analysis is the process of analyzing and interpreting man-made and natural features and the influence of weather and climate on them. Part one covers terrain evaluation and verification of surfance, vegetation, soil, wate... more »r, obstacles, man-made features in urban areas, transportation constructions. Part two covers analysis procedures of items covered in part one. Part three covers lines of communication, cover and concelment, cross-country movement, line of site and zone of entry, and final overlay preparation. Part four covers photographic techniques including vertical photography and mathematical techniques. Numerous drawing, illustrations, and tables throughout.« less