Intelligence collection is the acquisition of information and the provision of this information to processing elements (Joint Publication 1-02, Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms). In Marine Corps usage, collection is the gathering of intelligence data and information to satisfy the identified requirements (MCRP 5-12C, Marine Corps Supplement to the Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms). Successful MAGTF intelligence collection seeks to help reduce uncertainty regarding the enemy, weather, terrain, and operational environment.
DesignationMCTP 2-10A
EditionApr 2018
StatusActive
Pages78
FunctionRecon Intel
CollectionCurrent Doctrine
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