The Influence of Electronic Warfare on Operational Maneuver
Abstract
The challenge of adapting to emerging technologies is difficult and important to future success on the battlefield. This study examines the influence of electronic warfare on operational maneuver. The purpose is to determine how exploitation of electronic warfare capabilities support operational maneuver by ground forces to attain operational effects. The study begins with an overview of operational maneuver and the link between operational maneuver and electronic warfare. Next, a review of current electronic warfare doctrine illustrates how we are integrating new electronic warfare technology. The '73 and '82 Mideast Wars are recent historical experiences analyzed to show the impact of electronic warfare on operational maneuver. These experiences indicate electronic warfare significantly enhances the ability to execute operational maneuver. In conclusion, the study offers three important points for consideration during development of future operational concepts. First, the battle for control of the electromagnetic spectrum must be won to effectively conduct operational maneuver. Second, military doctrine must keep pace with improving technologies. Third, near real-time intelligence provided by electronic warfare assets drastically increases the speed of the commander's decision cycle. Keywords: Army operations. (edc)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 22, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA215779
Entities
People
- David M. Rodriquez
Organizations
- United States Army Command and General Staff College