Visual information (VI) is an integral part of signal information management support in AirLand Operations working with communications, automation, records management, and printing and publications. For the Marine Corps, VI is a critical part of Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) operations providing combat camera (COMCAM) imagery acquisition, imagery processing and duplication, and imagery retrieval and distribution. Beginning with preparation for AirLand Operations, all levels of command must be kept informed on the conditions and actions in the combat zone leading up to war. Battlefield commanders and strategic planners need accurate images of conditions and events before, during, and immediately after tactical operations. Commanders and staffs who are aware of critical events can react quickly and decisively to counter enemy strengths and exploit weaknesses.
DesignationFM 24-40
EditionDec 1991
StatusSuperseded
Pages64
FunctionComms Signal
CollectionRecent Archive