Saudi Arabia Country Handbook - A Field Ready Reference Publication For Official Use Only (DOD-2630-SAU-013-01, April 2002)

A rare official handbook issued in the months after 9/11. Original colour wraps with US Department of Defense emblem 13x18cm. Multiple page numbering: viii, 64 + Appendices A57, B2, C1, D5, E2, F6, G13, H8, I1, J2, K5, L20, M1 + (6)pp ruled for Notes, including colour and b/w photos, diagrams and maps. Wraps very good with a thin line of staining to the lower edge of the lower wrap with minor impact on the final leaf, interiors otherwise near fine. Published under the auspices of the Department of Defense Intelligence Production Program (DoDIPP) with the Marine Corps Intelligence Activity designated as the community coordinator for the Country Handbook Program, this reflects the coordinated US Defense Intelligence Community position. It aims to familiarise US, UK, Canada, Australia, NATO and other relevant coalition military and government personnel on assignment with the US Mission, geography, history, government, military forces, communications, transport, customs, population etc. Among the maps are the location of the US Embassy in Riyadh, and Consulates in Jeddah and Dhahran. Photos and diagrams show Saudi royals, military personnel and equipment, naval vessels including Royal Yachts, flora and fauna. Appendices include a detailed catalogue of military equipment, and practical advice including on desert operations (windblown sand, water, equipment, combat), dangerous animals (predominantly snakes) and plants, and Arabic road signs. …