An Illustrated Guide to Tactical Diagramming (Paperback)

~ Sid Heal (Author)

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Product Description

This book is not about construction, although you will learn about building codes and practices. It is not about tactics, although the information gained by knowing a floor plan will undoubtedly affect them. Instead, this book is designed to provide a quick and simple method of confidently determining floor plans by using outside architectural features. It assumes no knowledge of construction or tactics and is designed to be useful whether it is read cover to cover or occasionally referred to as a reference. It provides time-tested, tried and true principles that any tactician can use to determine avenues of approach, observation and fields of fire, obstacles, and cover or concealment, not to mention where a suspect might be most vulnerable. Using this essential tool for quick and clear comprehension of tactical diagramming, even a novice tactical planner will learn to use windows, doors, vents and other clues to confidently determine interior features. After reading this book, it will be clear that the proverbial "glass house" is in the mind’s eye!

About the Author

Charles "Sid" Heal is a Commander at the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. He holds three college degrees, two lifetime California teaching credentials, and is a recipient of more than 90 commendations from law enforcement, military, and governmental agencies.

Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Lantern Books (November 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1590560965
• ISBN-13: 978-1590560969
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #448,361 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to read, June 22, 2008

By	C. Iwan (Arizona) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I just finished this book and I thought it was great. It's an easy read and will have you looking at houses with a lot more understanding of whats inside.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent text, June 21, 2008

By	T. Hansen (Cleveland, OH USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I thoroughly enjoyed this book and found it to be very helpful. The book describes clearly and accurately needed information for someone to begin working on tactical diagramming. The text is easy to read, relevent, and well planned. I highly recommend the book.