W. M. Duftkie 



GENERAL NOTE 



Naval Arctic Operations Handbook is published for the infor- 

 mation and guidance of all concerned. It is presented in two 

 volumes, Part I being a compilation of general information, and 

 Part II lessons learned during the conduct of operations in the 

 polar regions and in areas where the extremes of cold weather 

 have been encountered. 



It is desired that commanders of task forces, commanding offi- 

 cers, and others in command of operations in the high latitudes 

 submit data and recommendations for incorporation into subse- 

 quent editions of the handbook. Thus naval skill in these opera- 

 tions will develop in a continuing and orderly manner. 



In time our arctic and cold weather experiences will become 

 doctrine, to the end that polar naval operations can be planned 

 and conducted routinely. Basic doctrines will be included in the 

 proper USF publications at some future date. 



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