Influencing Coin Ops through PSYOP

Abstract

In order to be successful in COIN, the military must focus on pacification and learn from the CAP and CIDG examples by using PSYOP more extensively. PSYOP, the focus of this paper, is a critical component in winning popular support for mission success. After a brief examination of pacification efforts during Vietnam, three suggestions are made: 1) to integrate PSYOP as a staff member, 2) to include PSYOP products to improve IPB, and 3) expand and further develop PSYOP/HUMINT field exercises into Military Intelligence training.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2008
Accession Number
ADA494887

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  • Nate Moir

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  • Human Systems

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  • Abstracts
  • Civil Affairs
  • Firepower
  • Governments
  • Graphics
  • Information Operations
  • Intelligence Collection
  • International Organizations
  • Military Intelligence
  • National Security
  • Psychological Operations
  • Security
  • Targeting
  • Training
  • United States
  • Vietnam War

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