The aim of this publication is to provide direction for the employment of the light 60 mm mortar as the primary means of indirect close support.

The 60 mm mortar M19 Cdn is a weapon that provides infantry units with intimate direct and indirect fire support. All infantrymen must be trained in the use of the 60 mm mortar in the hand-held role. The weapon detachment personnel must know how to use it in the bipod role.

This handbook covers all strategic and practical use of this weapon.