Changes in the world of military equipment occur every year, but some things don't change as much as you might think. Modern armies have smart bombs and all sorts of modern technologies at their disposal. Aviation, artillery and even naval guns can cause enormous damage to enemy equipment and personnel. But again and again, as before, it will be up to the man with a rifle, machine gun or other individual small arms to finally decide the outcome of the operation, to do all the “dirty work.” The book by J. Lewis is dedicated to handling various types of assault weapons. Much of what is described here is based on the extensive practical experience of the author, who was discharged in 1984 as a lieutenant colonel in the Marine Corps. Lewis is a shooting instructor and a recognized expert in the field of ground special operations. The book is addressed to readers interested in the history of the development and practical use of assault small arms.