A Methodology for the Transition from National Strategy to Adaptive Force Packaging
Abstract
This study proposes a methodology for determining adaptive force packaging in support of martial operations. This non-quantitative process traces the path from national strategy to force selection for either preemptive or reactionary military deployments. The intention is to provide the planner with a template for appropriate military force selection in support of national objectives. The I-5 model, initially developed by the author as an aid in defining how the military integrates into national strategy, forms the basis of this thesis. This model formalizes the path from national strategy to a defined operational environment and incorporates the five elements of national power-- military, economic, political/diplomatic, informational and humanitarian. Examination of the environment of military operations, traditionally termed battle space, is also a salient aspect of this study. A proposed new concept, Milspace, expands on the definition of battle space to include both combat and non-combat operations and accounts for external influences and time. Finally, as an adjunct to this research, this study provides a tabular compilation of all military forces available to the planner. National strategy, Force packaging, Adaptive force packaging, Force planning.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 03, 1994
- Accession Number
- ADA284606
Entities
People
- David W. Gruber
Organizations
- United States Army Command and General Staff College