i 1. Scope This publication addresses the planning and conduct of joint urban operations and explains how they differ from other operations. It focuses on the operational level of war and addresses issues across the range of military operations. It provides doctrinal guidance focused on capabilities and tasks that are unique to, or significantly challenged by, the urban environment at the operational level of warfighting. It does not attempt to replace or reiterate doctrine in overlapping areas; instead, it examines the special considerations required when conducting operations in the complex modern urban environment. 2. Purpose This publication has been prepared under the direction of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
DesignationJP 3-06
EditionSep 2002
StatusSuperseded
Pages151
FunctionSmall Unit Tactics
CollectionRecent Archive