The Implications for the Royal Marines Command (RMC) of Operational Manoeuvre From the Sea (OMFTS) and Sea Dragon (SD)
Abstract
Arising from the demise of the former Soviet Union new sources of conflict have emerged world wide. The United States Marine Corps, as part of a United States initiative, is developing OMFTS, a new amphibious power projection strategy, and has established SD, an experimental process to test its new ideas and concepts for the next century. Elements of both OMETS and SD are of utility to the RMC and will enhance the operational capability of 3 Commando Brigade Royal Marines if adopted. Two avenues of analysis have been employed. Initially the potential global sources of conflict are discussed and analyzed for their implications on the defense and maritime strategies of the United Kingdom. Secondly, OMETS and SD are analyzed in order to draw recommendations implicating which of their elements will be of value to the RMC. By adopting the recommendations, not only will the operational capability of the Royal Marines be improved, but the United Kingdom's ability to project maritime power in support of the nation's defense strategy will be enhanced.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1997
- Accession Number
- ADA491927
Entities
People
- A. T. Maynard
Organizations
- Marine Corps University