Theater Command and Control: The Joint Force Land Component Commander
Abstract
The Department of Defense Reorganization Act of 1986 (Goldwater Nichols Act) and the significant employment of military land power since the end of the Cold War has increased focus on the use of joint forces. One of the most critical aspects of joint operations is command and control. A decrease in the U.S. military and an increase in missions mean that joint operations will be the norm and mandate that command and control structures be properly designated and organized to control these multi-service missions. The challenge for the theater commander in chief (CINC) is how to organize the chain of command to effectively meet requirements, specifically land warfare. This research project seeks to answer one aspect of the problem: to identify the considerations for establishing a joint force land component commander (JFLCC). The paper will use analyses of theory, history and doctrine to assist in determining the factors planners should consider when recommending the JFLCC option. In addition, the paper will suggest potential changes in doctrine to better support the CINC and joint force commander's decision to establish a joint force land component command.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 17, 1999
- Accession Number
- ADA363950
Entities
People
- Christopher Tucker
Organizations
- United States Army War College