Psyop and the Warfighting CINC

Abstract

Psychological operations (PSYOP) is a multifaceted instrument of national power and influence that can deter or dissuade potential adversaries and reach a variety of audiences abroad in support of U.S. objectives. PSYOP can erode an enemy's will before the commitment of combat forces as well as facilitate humanitarian relief missions and the reconstitution of societies following conflicts. Economical yet very effective, it is extraordinarily adaptable in various regions and across diverse cultural and ethnic groups. To be efficacious in conflicts, PSYOP must be included in planning at the highest level from the outset; in peacetime, it merges with diplomacy, public affairs, and other tools of statecraft. Each service has organic capabilities to develop and furnish PSYOP products in support of joint force commanders. Much more than simply leaflets and loudspeakers, PSYOP in the final analysis can provide the warfighting CINC with an extremely imaginative and versatile force multiplier.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1995
Accession Number
ADA528621

Entities

People

  • Jeffrey B. Jones
  • Michael P. Mathews

Organizations

  • National Defense University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Biomedical
  • C4I
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Combat Forces
  • Combat Operations
  • Command And Control
  • Deployment
  • Diplomacy
  • Information Operations
  • Information Systems
  • Joint Military Activities
  • Loudspeakers
  • National Security
  • Prisoners Of War
  • Psychological Operations
  • Public Diplomacy
  • Task Forces
  • United States Special Operations Command
  • Warfare

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