US Army Carpentry Guide Author:Department of the Army This manual is intended for use as a training guide and reference text for engineer personnel responsible for planning and executing construction. It provides techniques and procedures for frame construction, preparation and use of bill of materials (BOMs), building layout, formatting for concrete slabs and foundations, framing and finish carpen... more »try, roof framing and coverings, bridge and wharf construction, and the materials used for these operations. This is an excellent guide for those wanting to learn the skills for preparing shelter in a long term survival situation.« less