Major Anderson. This is sharp terminology for familiarization firing and it is used to familiarize a man with the weapon prior to his being armed with said weapon.
Mr. Specter. And on what date was the A course registered?
Major Anderson. 21 December 1956.
Mr. Specter. And what weapon was used?
Major Anderson. The M-1 rifle.
Mr. Specter. And what was his final qualification there?
Major Anderson. 212.
Mr. Specter. And what rating is that equivalent to, or within what range of rating is that score?
Major Anderson. That should have been a sharpshooter.
Mr. Specter. And what was the authorized ammunition allowance?