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A Guide to the Development of Special Weapons and Tactics Teams [Unknown Binding]

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Unknown Binding: 212 pages
Publisher: CCThomas (1982)
ISBN-10: 0398062110
ISBN-13: 978-0398062118
Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.2 x 1 inches
Shipping Weight: 11.8 ounces

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book - Basic and thorough, August 1, 1999

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This review is from: Guide to the Development of Special Weapons and Tactics Teams (Hardcover)

Probably the first book of its kind, it is a basic, albeit thorough, discussion on the development of SWAT teams. It provides an historical perspective with the reasons for why SWAT teams became necessary and how they have evolved through the years. Its fundamental approach assumes nothing and even the most novice could understand and apply the principles and techniques, up to and including selection procedures and training requirements. All in all, a must for agencies employing SWAT teams and/or similar tactical units.

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First Sentence:
THE UTILIZATION OF SPECIALLY trained and skilled marksmen to achieve specific objectives is well documented within military history. Read the first page

Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
high ground security, countersniper rifle, physical proficiency test, barricaded suspect situations, rappelling line, decentralized concept, drill press vise, entry weapon, containment zone, barricaded suspects, hostage negotiation teams, sling rope, warrant service, patrol personnel, primary negotiator, trained negotiators, entry team, center drill, team vehicle, hand grinder

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Team Leader, Operations Commander, United States, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Los Angeles Police Department, Team Commander, Convoy Commander, Hostage Negotiation Team, Special Weapons Team, Berdan's Sharpshooters, One of Basic Team Positions, Remington Model, New York City Police Department, Secret Service, Charles Whitman, Federal Laboratories, Seward Street, State Department, Watch Commander

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