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…Effective CBRN defense may also deter enemy WMD use by contributing to the survivability of US forces. For additional guidance on CBRN defense, refer to JP 3-11, Operations in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN…

…Applying theory can be used to analyze threat, neutral, and friendly entity patterns of behavior when a large quantity of data is available on an entity going back over time. Applying theory is effective in situations…

…PR missions use military, diplomatic, and civil efforts to recover and reintegrate isolated personnel. There are five PR tasks (report, locate, support, recover, and reintegrate) necessary to achieve a complete and coordinated recovery of US military…

…Because of DISA’s expertise in developing, maintaining and protecting US information methods, they may prove useful in developing targeting strategies to attack enemy information methods and systems. Unified Commands Functional Unified Command Joint Intelligence Centers…

…Airpower planners may be able to use DHS-derived intelligence to identify foreign-based terrorist organizations and infrastructure. The Department of Energy (DOE), through its national laboratories, provides significant CBRN analysis data related to facilities and…

…However, use of nonlethal capabilities in targeting should not be limited to the case where lethal capability use is restricted. For additional information, see Appendix A, “Legal Considerations in Targeting,” and CJCSI 3370.01, Target Development…

…It means thinking through issues using one’s own thinking rather than uncritically accepting the viewpoints of others. Questions that foster intellectual autonomy include— e@ = To what extent am I a conformist? e@ Do think through…

…Given the potential complexity of operational environments, logistic forces must be familiar with and adhere to legal, regulatory, and political restraints governing US involvement because of the specialized nature and unique authorities in operations such as…

…We use concepts, ideas, and theories to interpret data, facts, and experiences in order to answer questions, solve problems, and resolve issues. These eight elements help describe how critical thinking works: e Element 1—Purpose. All…

78 Limiting the number of datums used in theater is the obvious solution. However, as this is not always possible, especially in coalition operations, targeteers must be aware of the different datum needs of all the…

…Support provided by the DOD to law enforcement agencies to detect, monitor, and counter the production, trafficking, and use of illegal drugs. (See JP 3-07.4, Joint Counterdrug Operations) (11) Combating Terrorism. Actions, including antiterrorism…

…DOD may support other agencies during some operations, but US military forces will remain under the DOD command structure. Federal lead agency responsibility may be prescribed by law or regulation, Presidential directive, policy, or agreement among…

…The regional focus, cross-cultural/ethnic insights, language capabilities, and relationships of SOF provide access to and influence in nations where the presence of conventional US forces is unacceptable or inappropriate. SOF contributions can provide operational…

…e Properly distinguish between underlying factual intelligence and the assumptions and judgments used to form a conclusion. e@ Consider and explain alternative hypotheses. e Relevant, providing information and insight on issues important to the intended consumer…

71 Ideally, target development should support an OPLAN or CONPLAN, which provides required targeting guidance and forms the basis for a JAOP that can be used in actual conflict. In reality, the US often enters contingencies…

…The International Committee of the Red Cross and national Red Cross societies also use these symbols. (2) The Geneva Convention Relative to the Protection of Civilian Persons in Time of War authorizes use of symbols to…

…When an analyst exercises self-discipline and thoughtfully analyzes thinking (using the elements of thought) and then assesses the quality of the elements using intellectual standards, the result is a solid foundation for critical thinking. It…

…These targets are unique in that actions are planned against them using deliberate targeting but execution will normally be conducted using dynamic targeting. (2) Targets of opportunity refer to targets that meet the criteria to achieve…

Chapter 5 5-20 ATP 2-33.4 18 August 2014 network to direct the use of the funds into the operational activities of a hub network conducting preliminary targeting surveillance and reconnaissance. 5-71. Whatever…

…Thus, in practice, targeting is federated among many different organizations—in the theater, in the US, and worldwide. The COMAFFOR may have direct authority over some units, but will not have control over other targeting organizations…