Potential NBC threats in the battlefield range from weapons of mass destruction to contamination of the battlefield by hazardous materials. Medical personnel in conjunction with chemical personnel should be able to advise commanders on a wide range of issues that include the health effects of NBC threats, protective clothing measures, and management of NBC casualties. This manual provides a quick reference guide for decision making involving a request for expert consultation in a given area. The Battlebook is intended for the AMEDD soldiers in the field or training for the field. Chapters include information on NBC operational aspects; medical planning related to nuclear, biological, and chemical war; laser and radiofrequency hazards; battlefield equipment; and departments within the military and Federal Government agencies involved in NBC issues. Glossary of terms, references, and index