1. Clausewitz COG: The hub of all power and movement upon which
everything depends.
2. Friction: the difference between war in real life and war on paper
3. Operational Design: the conception and construction of the
intellectual frame- work that underpins joint operations plans and their
subsequent execution?
4. What is the purpose of doctrine?: Doctrine serves as a starting point
for thinking about and conducting operations. In other words, it serves
as a common professional language for amongst service members
and as a common frame of reference for discussing operations.
5. Ethical Triangle: Principles: Act in accordance with the established
values and principles. Virtues: Golden Rule; Do unto others as you would
have them do to you. Consequences: Do the greatest good for the
greatest number.
6. Who are the Statutory / Principle advisors of the National Security Organi-
zation/Council?: Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Chairman of the
Joint Chief of Staff (CJCS)
7. How often is the Unified Command Plan (UCP) reviewed and updated?: -
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, every 2 years
8. What documents go to the Combat Command under strategic guidance?
: Guidance for Employment of the Force (GEF) Joint Strategic
Capabilities Plan (JFCP)
9. termination criteria: The specified standards approved by the
President and or the Secretary of Defense that must be met before a
joint operations can be concluded. (JP 1-02)
10.What is operational reach?: Operational reach is the distance and
duration across which a joint force can successfully employ military
capabilities.
11.How to tell if a COA is Distinguishable?: 1. Task organization
2.The scheme of maneuver (SOM)
3. Main effort
4. Primary mechanism of mission accomplishment
5. Sequential versus simultaneous maneuvers
6. Reserve
12. What are the 6 principles of mission command?: 1. Build cohesive
teams through mutual trust.
2. Create shared understanding.
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