<em>U.S. Army First Aid Manual</em> offers skills and knowledge necessary for many life-threatening situations, with an emphasis on treating oneself and aiding others—of use to soldiers in the field, to outdoorsmen, or to anyone who may find themselves in a dangerous situation without a medical professional on-hand. This is the official manual for treating every type of injury and affliction in the field. Covering a broad range of topics in precise, easy-to-understand language, it emphasizes prompt and effective action in sustaining life and preventing or minimizing further suffering and damage. <em>U.S. Army First Aid Manual</em> is fascinating reading for anyone with an interest in military practice and an essential handbook for anyone who is regularly away from immediate medical care.