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…A joint operation does not require that all forces participate in a particular operation merely because they are available; the JFC has the authority and responsibility to tailor forces for the mission at hand. f. Principles…

…Assessment is conducted at all levels of the joint force. The JFC should establish a dynamic system, including an assessments cell, to support assessment for all components. Normally, the joint force operations officer will be responsible…

…The AOA is a geographic area within which is located the objective(s) to be secured by the amphibious force. This area must be of sufficient size to ensure accomplishment of the amphibious force’s mission…

…Marine Corps Reference Publication (MCRP) 3-16D/Navy Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (NTTP) 3- 60.1/Air Force Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (Instruction) (AFTTP[I]) 3-2.3, Multi- Service Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Dynamic…

…Effective CID supports force protection and enhances operations by providing confidence throughout the force in the accuracy of CID characterizations. Effective CID procedures help minimize fratricide and collateral damage. (a) Depending on operational requirements, CID characterization…

…elevation, etc). › Degree of concealment, camouflage, and countermeasures. › Physical relationships (such as proximity to noncombatants or friendly forces, etc.). › Dependencies (raw materials, personnel, energy, water, command/control, etc.). Functional Characteristics. These are features that describe what…

…A naval expeditionary force with airpower, cruise missiles, and amphibious assault capability, within operational reach of an enemy’s COG, has positional advantage. In like manner, land and air expeditionary forces that are within operational reach…

…The CFACC has the authority to redirect those forces over which he has operational or tactical control. For all others, the affected component commander must approve all requests for redirection of apportioned air assets. Components execute…

…Protection relates to those actions taken by the commander to preserve the force in order to apply maximum combat power. Preserving the force includes protecting personnel (combatants and noncombatants), physical assets, and information of the U…

Joint Functions III-31 complements force protection efforts by promoting, improving, preserving, or restoring the mental or physical well being of Service members. Force protection is achieved through the tailored selection and application of multilayered active…

…Examples of target systems are an adversary’s C2 structure, ground forces and facilities, and the petroleum, oils, and lubricants (POL) industry (see Figure II-5). Figure II-5. Example of Petroleum, Oils, and Lubricants Target…

…JOINT TASK FORCE-CIVIL SUPPORT Joint task force-civil support (JTF-CS) is the nation’s only standing chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) JTF. It is comprised of active, reserve, and National Guard members from…

…Effective BDA requires a coordinated and integrated effort between joint force intelligence and operations functions. BDA is composed of physical damage/change assessment, functional damage/change assessment, and target system assessment, typically taking a three-phased…

…The RTL is nominated by elements of the joint force and approved by the combined force commander. This list also includes restricted targets directed by higher authorities.] {Words in brackets apply only to the Air Force…

Chapter V V-44 JP 3-0 include significant theater opening logistic forces, that best facilitates the CONOPS. In these situations, logistic forces may be a higher priority for early deployment than combat forces, as determined…

Joint Functions III-25 mission with the fire and movement of friendly forces is not required. The JFC is responsible for the planning and synchronization of the overall interdiction effort in the assigned operational area. The…

Air Force Doctrine Publication 3-60, Targeting 24 to ensure all-domain operations (space, cyberspace, information, and electromagnetic warfare) are deconflicted, appropriately resourced, and phased over the operating area. TTA provides planners with a variety of…

Chapter V V-40 JP 3-0 (d) Determining the proper force mix (e.g., combat, military police, CA, engineer, medical, multinational). (e) Assessing availability of HN law enforcement and HSS resources. (f) Securing key infrastructure…

…vulnerability of individuals and property to terrorist acts, to include limited response and containment by local military forces and civilians. Antiterrorism programs form the foundation for effectively combating terrorism. The USG may provide antiterrorism assistance to…

…These fallacies appeal to evidence or examples that are irrelevant to the argument at hand. © Appeal to force: (Argumentum ad Baculum, or the “Might-Makes-Right” Fallacy): This argument uses force, the threat of force, or…