dated 15 November 2013

(This book replaces FM 3-25-26 Map Reading and Land Nav dated 2006)

Training Circular (TC) 3-25.26 contains doctrine and training guidance on map reading and land navigation. Part One addresses map reading and Part Two, land navigation. The appendixes include an introduction to orienteering and a discussion of several devices that can assist the Soldier in land navigation.  This TC provides a standardized source document for Armywide reference on map reading and land navigation. It applies to every Soldier in the Army regardless of service branch, MOS, or rank.

The primary target audience for this publication is the platoon leader and other leaders within a reconnaissance platoon. The secondary audience includes training developers involved in developing training support materials for professional military education (PME).

This book is a "mini" (half the size of a regular piece of paper) size - A popular size to carry anywhere (briefcase, large pocket, purse) but the print is large enough for easy reading. Coil binding is used to allow for easy page flipping with no binding.

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

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