1. Scope This publication provides fundamental principles and guidance for joint maritime operations. It describes the maritime domain; addresses considerations for establishing a joint force maritime component commander and attendant command relationships; and provides principles and guidance to plan, execute, and assess joint maritime operations. 2. Purpose This publication has been prepared under the direction of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS). It sets forth joint doctrine to govern the activities and performance of the Armed Forces of the United States in joint operations, and it provides considerations for military interaction with governmental and nongovernmental agencies, multinational forces, and other interorganizational partners.
DesignationJP 3-32
EditionJun 2018
StatusActive
Pages114
FunctionDoctrine Philosophy
CollectionCurrent Doctrine