FM 21-26 Map Reading Field Manual by US Army | 1969 Paperback

This vintage Field Manual titled 'Map Reading' (FM 21-26) is an official publication from the US Army, dated January 1969. It offers comprehensive guidance on understanding and interpreting military maps, a crucial skill for navigation and tactical planning.
Inside, you'll find detailed chapters covering topics such as map symbols, grids, scale and distance, elevation, overlays, aerial photographs, mosaics, photomaps, and field sketching. Appendices include references, units of measure, conversion factors, and joint operations graphics.
A valuable resource for military enthusiasts, historians, or anyone interested in cartography and map reading techniques, this manual is a well-preserved piece of military educational material from the late 1960s.

Details:
Published by US Army AG Publications Center
Field Manual No. 21-26, January 1969 edition
Paperback format with staple binding
Includes chapters on map symbols, grids, scale, elevation, aerial photos, and more
Contains appendices with references and conversion factors
Three-hole punched for binder use
Official government publication

Condition:
Cover shows minor wear and slight creasing
Pages are clean and intact
Staples show some rusting but secure
No markings or annotations inside