Seapower in Operational Art and Design, the Lessons from the Falklands War Applied to Todays Navy
Abstract
Throughout history the power of a country resides in its ability to control the seas. From the relatively geographically small Great Britain to the larger United States, the ability to project power and control shipping lanes has proven vital in the building of these countries. Many battles have been fought over control of the vast space known as the worlds oceans; the victor gets rewarded with the bounty as well as burden of maintaining this causeway of trade. Maritime warfare involves ships, aircraft, submarines, missiles and a myriad of other gadgets to decisively destroy the enemy's forces. There are many lessons to be learned from past battles which are related to todays challenges. Modern naval operational design must assess the threats, limitations and advantages of sea power while supporting the unity of effort for the campaign. The Falklands conflict will be reviewed with particular attention to the naval forces involved. This will provide a historical perspective to relate todays naval challenges. The focus of the operational level of war in todays navy and the integration with other services is the last main point covered.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2010
- Accession Number
- AD1019716
Entities
People
- Arthur Gutting
Organizations
- Air Command and Staff College