U.S. Armed Forces Nuclear, Biological..., Dick Couch
U.S. Armed Forces Nuclear, Biological..., Dick Couch
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U.S. Armed Forces Nuclear, Biological And Chemical Survival Manual

Author: Dick Couch

Narrator: Brian Troxell

Unabridged: 6 hr 59 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Basic Books

Published: 03/20/2018

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

In this comprehensive guide, military experts teach you how to survive an attack on American soil, from North Korean missiles to weaponized smallpox

North Korean nukes. Dirty bombs in train stations. Chemical warfare. Americans have more reasons than ever to be afraid. If a nuclear missile strikes, will you know what to do? If a nerve agent is released in your office building, will you know the best way to avoid harm? The U.S. Armed Forces Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Survival Manual gives you the information you need to survive a terrorist attack. It contains the best practices of all the United States' military services, adapted for the first time for civilian use. Experts agree that the threats posed by terrorists and enemy nations have never been graver. This handbook is the single most effective tool you can own to protect yourself and your family against the danger looming over our homeland.

This manual will show you how to:
- Protect yourself during a chemical or biological attack
- Recognize the indicators of nuclear, chemical and biological attack
- Develop a simple and effective family action plan
- Guard against the radiological effects of a dirty bomb
- Assist victims of nuclear, chemical, or biological agents
- Assemble and store the everyday materials that could save your life

About Dick Couch

Dick Couch is a 1967 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy. He graduated from BUD/S Class 45 in 1969, and was the class Honorman. As Whiskey Platoon Commander with SEAL Team One in Vietnam, he led one of the only successful POW rescue operations of that conflict. Following his release from active duty in the Navy, he served as a maritime and paramilitary case officer with the CIA. In 1997, he retired from the Naval Reserve with the rank of Captain. Dick is also the author ofThe Finishing School, Chosen Soldier, and Down Range, as well as four novels: Seal Team One, Pressure Point, Silent Descent, and Rising Wind. Dick lives with his wife, Julia, in Ketchum, Idaho.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Brandon on May 03, 2018

Wasn't as in depth as something which is solely and specifically about this one topic should have been. Granted there is more info in the appendix, but, I don't want to have to keep flipping back and pausing the read to get useful info on every subject. I get it that it's for people who don't have a......more

Goodreads review by Joel on June 05, 2022

It's a pro-US military book written in 2003. That said, provided you cross-check statements (and do some post-2003 research updates), it's not a bad-bad book. I found the appendixes fun, if only to read about how many ways there are to die. Also got to look up a lot of medical terminology...not writ......more

Goodreads review by Andrew on October 16, 2023

Decent information with a small smattering of fear mongering.......more

Goodreads review by Rich on January 16, 2017

Too technical - not interested in the types of suits offered by the military.......more