Joint operations started way back to ancient era, when the navies often supported the armies when conducting operations on the coast. The naval vessels were often used for transportations of troops and supplies during distant operations. An example would be the Sicilian civil war in 415 BC, where the
Athenians sent 27,000 troops transported by 134 ships and some 130 smaller supply vessels.
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In the Crimean War from 1853 to 1856, the British and French forces were transported by their naval vessels to fight against the Russian forces; and eventually accomplished their objective for Russia to sue for peace.
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“Joint warfare relies upon effective coordination of Service capabilities and expertise. When integrated into joint operations with partner
Athenians sent 27,000 troops transported by 134 ships and some 130 smaller supply vessels.
1
In the Crimean War from 1853 to 1856, the British and French forces were transported by their naval vessels to fight against the Russian forces; and eventually accomplished their objective for Russia to sue for peace.
2
“Joint warfare relies upon effective coordination of Service capabilities and expertise. When integrated into joint operations with partner