Chapter 1 interdependent capabilities, and mission command. The effort accorded to each component is proportional to the mission and varies with the situation. Each component of full spectrum operations—offense, defense, stability, and civil support—is necessary in any joint operation. Refer to FM 3-0 for further information. Figure 1-1. Full spectrum operations THE SPECTRUM OF CONFLICT 1-5. The spectrum of conflict ranges from stable peace to general war (figure 1-2). It is a descriptive model that categorizes conflict with common characteristics. The spectrum of conflict is not a linear progression. The four primary descriptors along the spectrum are not static points or exclusive. Any region may exhibit more than one type of conflict. The levels of conflict and corresponding politically motivated violence may vary in different areas of the world and within a theater. Figure 1-2.
DesignationFMI 3-04.119
EditionJan 2007
StatusSuperseded
FunctionAviation
EchelonBattalion
CollectionRecent Archive