1. Scope This publication provides joint doctrine for planning, executing, and assessing joint antiterrorism operations. 2. Purpose This publication has been prepared under the direction of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. It…Current172 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
Army Doctrine Reference Publication (ADRP) 1-02 contains a compilation of Army operational terms, definitions, abbreviations, and acronyms as reflected in the latest editions of Army doctrinal publications. These terms are commonly used…Archive124 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
This manual gives the US Army a common language, concept, and purpose to fight and achieve success in a counterinsurgency. COIN is a complex subset of warfare that encompasses all military, paramilitary, political, economic, psychological,…Archive300 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
This publication is about winning in combat. Winning requires many things: excellence in techniques, an appreciation of the enemy, exemplary leadership, battlefield judgment, and focused combat power. Yet these factors by themselves do not…Current145 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
The advent of airpower offered a path to bypass an enemy's fielded forces to strike deep into their sanctuaries. These air attacks against strategic targets could defeat an adversary and promised an end to costly wars of attrition. Early…Current34 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
The United States employs military power in a joint manner, with each component making a unique contribution to the joint force commander's the- ater campaign plan. Successful theater operations require synchronized con- tributions by all…Archive100 pagesNewer: 1998Doctrine Philosophy
We remain a nation at war in an era of persistent conflict, but we do not stand alone. Our nation has many multinational partners, equally committed to freedom, rule of law and stability. It is clear that we are stronger when we act with…Archive144 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
The Army gives the combatant commander depth and versatility because landpower expands the friendly range of military options. The Army, uniquely, provides a combination of armored, medium, light, and airborne forces. Along with a full…Current212 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
of a subversive element intent on destroying the government can greatly mul- tiply the seriousness of these conditions. Secu- rity and stability in the urban areas must re- ceive priority in both planning and resources available for IDAD.…Historic176 pagesNewer: 1972Doctrine Philosophy
ATP 5-0.2 Volumes I and II provide staff members with a reference guide to assess, plan, prepare, and execute operations in large-scale combat operations. The guide provides a consolidated location for key planning tools and example…Current440 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
Commanders, staffs, and subordinates must ensure that their decisions and actions comply with applicable U.S., international, and in some cases host-nation laws and regulations. Commanders at all levels will ensure that their Soldiers or…Current210 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
Commanders, staffs, and subordinates must ensure that their decisions and actions comply with applicable U.S., international, and in some cases host-nation laws and regulations. Commanders at all levels will ensure that their Soldiers or…Current208 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
The following collection of articles and reports are focused on multinational training and operations. The articles are categorized in the following areas of interest: global environment and strategic challenges; and the geographic…Lessons Learned191 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
1. Purpose This publication will improve coordination and understanding during multi-Service operations. A brevity code is a code that provides no security. Its sole purpose is the shortening of messages rather than the concealment of…Current88 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
1. Purpose This multi-Service tactics, techniques, and procedures (MTTP) publication for Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) is a single source, reference guide for tactical-level units. It assists military planners, commanders,…Current136 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
1 SUPPORT TO CIVIL AUTHORITIES Support to Civil Authorities: Protecting the Homeland Introduction The task of protecting borders and ports of entry from transnational and other threats to the security of the United States is a colossal…Lessons Learned139 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
This publication compiles Department of Defense Military Standard (MIL-STD) 2525E approved military symbols applicable to land operations for use in U.S. Army doctrinal publications, situation maps, overlays, and annotated aerial…Current296 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
This newsletter is a collection of articles focused on stability operations in the Western Hemisphere, specifically in Central and South America. Today, stability operations in Afghanistan and Iraq rightfully receive the lion's share of…Lessons Learned125 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
Whenever commonality of interests exists, nations enter political, economic, or military partnerships, or combinations thereof. These partnerships occur in regional and worldwide patterns as nations seek opportunities to promote their…Current148 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
Tactical success in combat does not of itself guarantee victory in war. What matters ultimately in war is strategic success: attainment of our political aims and the protection of our national interests. The operational level of war…Current115 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
The transformation from a forward-deployed Army to a power-projection total force presents many challenges and changes to the way we prepare for the battlefield. Operations Just Cause, Desert Shield, and Desert Storm have shown that…Archive131 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
31 August 2012 ATP 3-07.5 (INCL C1) 1-1 Chapter 1 Stability Framework This chapter examines the various contexts in which Army units conduct stability efforts. It first discusses stabilization. This discussion covers the range of military…Current172 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
Air Force doctrine is the extant and emerging best practices in the application of airpower. Doctrine describes the operations and activities that create convergence of effects across the competition continuum. Doctrine is organized as…Current20 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
1. Scope This publication provides joint doctrine to plan, conduct, and assess defense support of civil authorities. 2. Purpose This publication has been prepared under the direction of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS). It…Current164 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
This Air Force Doctrine Publication (AFDP) clarifies current operational doctrine by providing further detail regarding the Airman's perspective on mission command. The achievement of joint force objectives with airpower relies on the…Current21 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
This publication provides military forces, civilians, and volunteer organizations with information pertaining to humanitarian assistance (HA) operations where the size or extent of the assistance requires the formulation of a US military…Archive127 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
ATP 1-0.1 merges ATP 1-0.1 and ATP 1-0.2 into one new publication. ATP 1-0.1 nests with FM 1-0 and expands on techniques used to provide HR support. ATP 1-0.1 provides doctrinal guidance and techniques for conducting continuous…Current200 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
1. Scope This publication is the keystone document of the personnel series. It provides fundamental principles and guidance to plan, coordinate, provide, and assess manpower and personnel support to joint operations. 2. Purpose This…Current156 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
1. Scope This publication is the keystone document of the personnel series. It provides fundamental principles and guidance to plan, coordinate, provide, and assess manpower and personnel support to joint operations. 2. Purpose This…Current156 pagesDoctrine Philosophy
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