Dated 07 April 2021

ATP 3-90.99/MCTP 12-10D, Desert Operations, is a dual-designated Army/Marine Corps manual that provides Soldiers/Marines with the concepts and techniques associated with conducting operations in a desert environment.

The principal audience for ATP 3-90.99/MCTP 12-10D includes Army/Marine Corps commanders, leaders, staffs, and Soldiers/Marines. Trainers and educators throughout the Army/Marine Corps will also use this manual.

ATP 3-90.99/MCTP 12-10D applies to the Active Army, the Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States, United States Army Reserve, United States Marine Corps, and the United States Marine Corps Reserve unless otherwise stated.

The techniques contained in this publication are based on the Army’s and Marine Corps’ historical lessons learned in previous operations conducted in desert environments.

The seven chapters of ATP 3-90.99/MCTP 12-10D define the desert environment; describe the foundations of desert operations; explain the application of combat power in desert regions; offer techniques for offensive, defensive, and stability operations in the desert; and provide methods for training for desert operations.

In Color

This book is a "mini" (half the size of a regular sheet of paper) size - A popular size to carry anywhere (briefcase, large pocket, purse) but the print is large enough for easy reading.  The binding is with coil, allowing easy flipping of pages without jamming.

This website also has this book in the BIG size (the size of a regular sheet of paper).

The color covers are laminated for weather protection with black and white inside printing