Handbook for Marine NCOs (Paperback)

by Kenneth W. Estes (Author), Robert Debs Heinl (Author), Charles C. Krulak (Introduction)

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Product Description
While this thoroughly revised fifth edition reflects all of the many changes in the organization of the Corps, it continues to focus on helping Marine NCOs make the most of their chevrons and . . . get ahead in the corps. Practical and easy to use, it is the only reference that provides fast access to all of the many official military regulations and instructions that an NCO needs to know. Its sound advice and up-to-date information on military matters help new NCOs acquire a firm understanding of the different specialties in the USMC and serves as a quick refresher for even the most seasoned Marine. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

About the Author
Lt. Col. KENNETH W. ESTES, USMC (Ret.), a 1969 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, served in a variety of USMC command and staff assignments until his retirement in 1993. The author of several books, including the prior editions of this manual, he holds a PhD in history and has taught at Duke University, the Naval Academy, and other institutions. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 342 pages
• Publisher: US Naval Institute Press; 4 Sub edition (December 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1557502382
• ISBN-13: 978-1557502384
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #810,009 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for Marine NCOs, January 4, 2000

By	Brian A. Cahill, Jr. (Boston, MA) - See all my reviews

This book is probably on every Marine NCOs bookshelf or in their footlockers and for good reasons. The book is by the same author of the Marine Officers Guide, and has alot of the information found in that book, but there is also alot of unique information. Its chapters are titled:The Noncommissioned Officer, The Marine Corps, The Profession of Arms, Leadership, Traditions Flags Decorations and History, Posts and Stations, Reserves, Military Justice, Uniforms, Courtesy and Ceremonies, Service Afloat(Sea Service/Duty), Individual Administration, Pay Allowances and Travel, and Personal Affairs. If you are going to be a Marine and plan on becoming a NCO(corporal and above), or are going to become a commissioned officer, you have to get this book.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Must for Every Marine NCO, January 10, 2004

By	One of Marius' Mules (Just back of the pointy end of the spear) - See all my reviews

Once you pin on those Corporal stripes, you'd better get ready to "walk the walk." If every Marine NCO followed the advice contained in here, the Corps would be a lot better off. It's a handy little book and, even though I'm a civilian now, I continue to refer to the section on leadership. The "Handbook" is in dire need of updating but it's full of sound information and ought to be in the seabag of every Marine NCO. The only negative thing I would say about the book is that it was revised by a Marine Officer. Most of his contributions were superfluous.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for introducing a new NCO to how the USMC operates. But I have to minor problems..., March 1, 2008

By	Jeff H. Crowther Jr. "biteyoass" (Montgomery, AL) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

...shouldn't there be an updated version of this book. Especially with all that has changed with the Marine Corps over the past 13 years since it was first published. There also needs to be a reference appendix detailing a specific manual, publication or MCO involved with a particular subject in this book. Other than that, this is an excellent book for a Marine looking to earn a rank higher than LCpl.