Operation Chromite: A Case Study for the National Maneuver Force Exercise Concept of the Armed Forces of the Philippines
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to examine the continuing need for robust amphibious capabilities for the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) in order to respond to the country's evolving threats and security challenges. It proposes a National Maneuver Force (NMF) Exercise Concept that the AFP should institutionalize to ensure the effective utility of amphibious operations withing the framework in which the NMF has been conceived. To highlight this requirement, the paper will explore the historical case study of Operation Chromite. It fuses lessons from Chromite to ascertain the key operational factors that are relevant to the Philippines' security challenges. Accordingly, the implications of these lessons draw inspiration for the resurgence of the amphibious philosophy in the AFP to examine the methods, means, and applications of this capability. It incorporates into the NMF the factors of promoting force-in-readiness, employment of a joint force to create synergies among the services, and the essentials to leverage other capabilities from partner-nations. Perhaps more than anything else, Operation Chromite demonstrates that amphibious capabilities have to be available to the AFP at the time of crises and national emergencies.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 20, 2013
- Accession Number
- ADA601757
Entities
People
- Francisco D. Fernandez
Organizations
- Marine Corps University