Operational Unpredictability and Deterrence: Evaluating Options for Complicating Adversary Decisionmaking

Abstract

This report documents research and analysis conducted as part of a project entitled Deterrence and Operational Unpredictability, sponsored by the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff, G-3/5/7, U.S. Army. The purpose of the project was to assess whether and how the Army might utilize unpredictability in force employment, posture, and operations to deter adversaries and identify the possible risks of such approaches.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2021
Accession Number
AD1145470

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  • Abby Doll
  • Alyssa Demus
  • Angela O'Mahony
  • Bonny Lin
  • Bryan A. Frederick
  • Derek Eaton
  • Michelle Grise
  • Miranda Priebe

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  • RAND Corporation

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