Integration of Conventional Forces and Special Operation Forces

Abstract

This study is designed to discover perceived issues that plague conventional forces and special operations forces (SOF) integration on the battlefield. The research did in fact show that although operational and tactical integration of these disparate forces is overall successful, there exist several impediments to a truly joint and combined arms fight. The methodology used to conduct the analysis is based on the doctrine, organization, training, material, leadership, personnel, and facilities (DOTMLPF) construct, and the most pertinent issues identified from the contemporary operational environment. Each facet of the DOTMLPF was underscored with examples from recent conventional force and special operations force integrated operations in Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom, and offers modest solutions to these matters. The recommendations are intended to increase the capabilities of both conventional forces and SOF, whether integrated or not.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 17, 2005
Accession Number
ADA436637

Entities

People

  • Michael D. Hastings

Organizations

  • United States Army Command and General Staff College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • C4I
  • Human Systems
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Armored Personnel Carriers
  • Asymmetric Warfare
  • Combat Areas
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Employment
  • Iraqi-War
  • Lessons Learned
  • Military Applications
  • Military Force Levels
  • Military History
  • Military Organizations
  • Military Science
  • Mobile Phones
  • National Security
  • Organizational Structure
  • Special Operations Forces
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Economics
  • Irregular Warfare and Special Operations Cyberspace Operations against Adversarial Threats.
  • Joint Military Operations and Doctrine.