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27 Cards in this Set
- Front
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Characteristics of the Offense
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Surprise
Concentration Audacity Tempo |
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Principles of War
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Mass
Objective Security Surprise Maneuver Offense Unity of Command Simplicity Economy of Force |
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War Fighting Functions
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Maneuver
Protection Sustainment Fire Support Intelligence Command and Control |
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Mass
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Concentrate the effects of combat power at the decisive place and time.
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Objective
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Direct every military operation toward a clearly defined, decisive, and attainable objective.
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Security
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Never permit the enemy to acquire an unexpected advantage.
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Surprise
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Strike the enemy at a time or place or in a manner for which he is unprepared
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Maneuver
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Movement of forces to achieve a position of advantage with respect to enemy forces
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Offense
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Seize, retain, and exploit the initiative.
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Unity of Command
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For every objective, ensure unity of effort under one responsible commander.
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Simplicity
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Prepare clear, uncomplicated plans and clear, concise orders to ensure thorough understanding.
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Economy of Force
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Allocate minimum essential combat power to secondary efforts.
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Protection
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The protection warfighting function is the related tasks and systems that preserve the force so the commander can apply maximum combat power. Preserving the force includes protecting personnel (combatant and noncombatant), physical assets, and information of the United States and multinational partners. It includes the following task areas:
l Safety. l Fratricide avoidance. l Survivability. l Air and missile defense. l Antiterrorism. l Counterproliferation and consequence management actions associated with chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosive (CBRNE) weapons. l Defensive information operations. l Force health protection. |
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Sustainment
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The sustainment warfighting function is the related tasks and systems that provide support and services to ensure freedom of action, extend operational reach, and prolong endurance. It includes those tasks associated with—
l Maintenance. l Transportation. l Supply. l Field services. l Explosive ordnance disposal. l Human resources support. l Financial management. l Health service support. l Religious support. l Band support. l Related general engineering. |
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Command and Control
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The command and control warfighting function is the related tasks and systems that support commanders in exercising authority and direction. It includes those tasks associated with acquiring friendly information, managing all relevant information, and directing and leading subordinates. Command and control has two components: the commander and the C2 system. Information systems—including communications systems, intelligence-support systems, and computer networks—form the backbone of each commander's C2 system. They allow commanders to lead from anywhere in their area of operations. The C2 system supports the commander's ability to make informed decisions, delegate authority, and synchronize the WFFs. Moreover, the C2 system supports the commander's ability to adjust plans for future operations, even while focusing on the current fight. Staffs work within the commander's intent to direct units and control resource allocations. They also are alert for enemy or friendly situations that require command decisions and advise commanders concerning them. Through C2, commanders initiate and integrate all systems and WFFs toward mission accomplishment.
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Battlespace
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Deep
Close Rear |
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Deep
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Used by the commander to shape the enemy before they are encountered or engaged in the close area
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Close
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Where forces are in immediate contact with the enemy
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Rear
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This area is primarily for the performance of support functions
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Types of Offensive Operations
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Movement to contact
Attack Exploitation Pursuit |
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Movement to Contact
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designed to develop the situation and establish or regain contact
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Attack
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destroys or defeats enemy forces, seizes and secures terrain, or both.
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Pursuit
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designed to catch or cut off a hostile force attempting to escape, with the aim of destroying it.
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Exploitation
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rapidly follows a successful attack and is designed to disorganize the enemy in depth.
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Characteristics of the Defense
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Preparation
Security Disruption Massing Effects Flexibility |
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Types of Defensive Operations
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Mobile Defense
Area Defense Retrograde |
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Forms of Maneuver
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Frontal Attack
Infiltration Turning Movement Envelopment Penetration |
