…Such measures usually are imposed by the UN or another international body of which the United States is a member, although they may be imposed unilaterally by the United States (e.g., Operation SOUTHERN WATCH in…

…For example, infantry units or fighter squadrons conducting certain protracted PO may not have the time, facilities, or environment in which to maintain individual or unit proficiency for traditional missions. In these situations, commanders should develop…

… Establishing, maintaining, and enhancing security cooperation among our alliances and partners is important to strengthen the global security framework of the United States and its partners.  As it has in the past, the United…

…Joint doctrine focuses this term on planning and executing battles, engagements, and activities at the tactical level to achieve military objectives assigned to tactical units or task forces. Types of Military Operations Each military operation may…

… Be alert for circular reporting, which is intelligence already obtained by the unit that is then reformatted by other units and intelligence organizations, modified slightly, and disseminated back to the unit. This is a common…

…Unit-Level Targeting Responsibilities Individual flying units have targeting responsibilities that support and enhance CAOC efforts and tactical-level execution. Commanders, mission planners, and intelligence specialists within these units must ensure the validity and accuracy of…

…Joint Publication (JP) 3-0 is the keystone document in the joint operations series, and is a companion to joint doctrine’s capstone JP 1, Doctrine for the Armed Forces of the United States. It provides…

…sensitive targets USAAC United States Army Air Corps USAFE United States Air Forces Europe USJFCOM United States Joint Forces Command USSOCOM United States Special Operations Command USSTRATCOM United States Strategic Command USTRANSCOM United States Transportation Command…

…Attempt to avoid contact with the attacking unit in order to preserve the force and its combat power. Minimal presence of sustainment and medical units. Withdrawal of nonessential sustainment and medical assets. It may also indicate…