FortMiles.org - Marksmanship Qualification

Fort Miles re-enactors who wish to qualify on their weapons can participate in the Fort Miles Marksmanship Qualification Program. There are three levels of qualification. They are from lowest to highest: Marksman, Sharpshooter, and Expert. Most units offer qualification programs of their own, and you can check with your commanding officer on your unit's individual program. If your unit does not have a program, and you would like to qualify on your weapons, you may achieve qualification through this program upon obtaining clearance from your commanding officer.

Only WWII era weapons may be used for qualification. You may use your own, or you may use a weapon from the Fort Miles inventory. Qualifiers will be responsible for purchasing and bringing their own ammunition to use during the course. Refer to the table below for type and amount of ammunition required for each level of qualification if you are using a Fort Miles inventory weapon. Please note that only new or excellent condition ammunition may be used in weapons belonging to the park or park staff.

Requirement guides will be available to allow qualifiers adequate study time before taking the qualification course. All documents listed below will be available upon their respective completion. Until they are available, you may contact the XO for information on qualification requirements. Scorecards may be viewed to better understand the grading system used during the course.

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	Study Guide Contains specific information on what is tested for each weapon and qualification level.
	Marksman Scorecard Used by instructor to grade a soldier testing at the marksman level.
	Sharpshooter Scorecard Used by instructor to grade a soldier testing at the sharpshooter level.
	Expert Scorecard Used by instructor to grade a soldier testing at the expert level.

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Courses Offered

Description

Rifle Qualification
Approved: 1924
Resources (click to download)

Soldier must demonstrate knowledge of operation and proper use of rifle. Must demonstrate good firearms safety. Accuracy will be tested on a live fire range depending on qualification level. Soldier must be able to perform manual of arms with the rifle.

Weapon Used: M1903 Springfield Bolt Action or M1 Garand Semi-Auto
Ammunition Data: .30-06 150 gr. standard military ball
Ammunition Minimums: Marksman - None / Sharpshooter - 54 / Expert - 80

Small Bore Rifle Qualification
Approved: 1941
Resources (click to download)

Soldier must demonstrate knowledge of operation and proper use of rifle. Must demonstrate good firearms safety. Accuracy will be tested on a live fire range depending on qualification level.

Weapon Used: .22 LR Bolt Action Rifle
Ammunition Data: .22 LR 30 gr. solid point
Ammunition Minimums: Marksman - None / Sharpshooter - 30 / Expert - 45

Pistol-D Qualification
Approved: 1922
Resources (click to download)

Pistol (Dismounted) Soldier must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of operation and proper use of pistol. Must demonstrate good firearms safety. Accuracy will be tested on a live fire range depending on qualification level.

Weapon Used: M1911 .45 ACP
Ammunition Data: .45 ACP 230 gr. FMJ
Ammunition Minimums: Marksman - None / Sharpshooter - 28 / Expert - 28

Carbine Qualification
Approved: 1944
Resources (click to download)

Soldier must demonstrate knowledge of operation and proper use of the weapon. Must demonstrate good firearms safety. Accuracy will be tested on a live fire range depending on qualification level.

Weapon Used: M1 Carbine
Ammunition Data: .30 cal 110 gr.
Ammunition Minimums: Marksman - None / Sharpshooter - 30 / Expert - 45

Grenade Qualification
Approved: 1928
Resources (click to download)

Soldier must complete a 1/2 mile course that will test different scenarios at 7 stations in which a grenade will be used to neutralize a target position. Proper tactical movement is required. Soldier must demonstrate proper technique utilized in employment of the Mk II Fragmentation "Pineapple" Grenade. Full combat gear will be worn and personal weapon will be required during exercise.

Weapon Used: US Mk II Fragmentation Training Grenade (supplied)

Coast Artillery Qualification
Approved: 1921
Resources (click to download)

Soldier will complete an exam online to test basic to advanced principals and theories of Coast Artillery. Exam includes multiple choice, written answers, and visual identification of various elements. Each level of qualification will have a different exam.

Passing requirements are as follows:
Marksman: 85%
Sharpshooter: 90%
Expert: 95%

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