#The operational art of war iv supply series#

However, if you picked paragraph two, you recognized the ArmyвЂ™s ADRP 3-0 discussion of operational art. You might argue that paragraph two is flat out wrong. If you picked paragraph one, you probably agree with joint doctrineвЂ™s use of the terms. One suggests a difference between the terms the other does not. The second paragraph makes no distinction and only uses the term operational art. The first paragraph uses both terms and makes a distinction between them.

#The operational art of war iv supply series#

Without operational art, tactical actions devolve into a series of disconnected engagements that do not accomplish the mission or objectives of the joint force.вЂќ ДЄ critical reader will notice the only difference between the two is the use of the terms operational art and the operational level of war. Bridging this continuum requires creative vision coupled with broad experience and knowledge.

Paragraph 2: вЂњOperational art spans a continuum-from comprehensive strategic direction to concrete tactical actions. Without the operational level of war, tactical actions devolve into a series of disconnected engagements that do not accomplish the mission or objectives of the joint force.вЂќ Bridging this continuum requires operational art which is creative vision coupled with broad experience and knowledge. Paragraph 1: вЂњThe operational level of war spans a continuum-from comprehensive strategic direction to concrete tactical actions. Operational Art and the Operational Level of War, are they Synonymous? Well It Depends.