A JTF in Support; How U.S. Forces Can Achieve Success by Influence

Abstract

United States Forces have the potential to positively affect future Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW) by Influence. By focusing on utilizing Command by Influence in future MOOTW Operations, commanders can promote success and build leaders for the future. Using the methods of command presented by Martin Van Crevald in "Command In War" this paper proposes a model for future U.S. Forces participation in MOOTW or other non-traditional military operations based on Van Crevald's definition of Command by Influence. The methods of command described by Van Crevald are related to the traditional military definitions. A recent case study that demonstrates the successful implementation of Command by influence -- "U.S. Forces INTERFET" in East Timor is also included.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 10, 2002
Accession Number
ADA406500

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  • Debra A. Beutel

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  • Naval War College

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  • C4I

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  • Case Studies
  • Command And Control
  • Department Of Defense
  • Doctrine
  • Force Protection
  • Land Warfare
  • Marine Corps
  • Marine Corps Operations
  • Military Operations
  • Military Organizations
  • Network Centric Warfare
  • Organizational Structure
  • Situational Awareness
  • Training
  • United States
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

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