Describes how regular demolition charges and materials can be used for victim–initiated explosive devices.

This manual is no longer active, but is still frequently referenced.

FM 5–31 is a treasure–chest of information for the professional soldier or police demolition specialist. It covers U.S., Japanese, German, British, Soviet, Chinese, and Korean boobytrap methods, materials, devices & standard ammunition items, improvisations, installation, detection & removal.

Specific, practical & the finest non–classified handbook in print on this subject. Glossary of terms & a detailed index is also provided here.

Content discussed here is:

• Characteristics of Booby Traps
• Use of Booby Traps
• Booby Trapping Equipment
• Construction Techniques
• Miscellaneous Boobytraps
• Boobytrap Detection and Removal
• References
• Index