military+force
31force projection — The ability to project the military element of national power from the continental United States (CONUS) or another theater, in response to requirements for military operations. Force projection operations extend from mobilization and deployment… …
32Military courtesy — is one of the defining features of a professional military force. These courtesies form a strict and sometimes elaborate code of conduct. Admiral Jay L. Johnson and Admiral Vern Clark of the United States Navy salute each other during a change of …
33Military fiat — is a process whereby a decision is made and enforced by military means without the participation of other political elements. The Latin term fiat, translated as let it be, suggests the autocratic attitude ascribed to such a process. For example,… …
34Military security — implies the capability of a nation state to defend itself, and/or deter military aggression. Alternatively, military security implies the capability of a nation state to enforce its policy choices by use of military force. The term military… …
35force(s) — See airborne force; armed forces; covering force; garrison force; multinational force; Navy cargo handling force; task force; underway replenishment force …
36force extension — Tankers escorting fighters are force extended when they are refueled by other tankers en route to their destination. Force extension is normally required when tankers are acting in a dual role capacity because their cargo will likely preclude… …
37Military Service — A branch of the Armed Forces of the United States, established by act of Congress, in which persons are appointed, enlisted, or inducted for military service, and which operates and is administered within a military or executive department. The… …
38military strategy — The art and science of employing the armed forces of a nation to secure the objectives of national policy by the application of force or the threat of force. See also strategy …
39force module package — A force module with a specific functional orientation (e.g. air superiority, close air support, reconnaissance, ground defense) that include combat, associated combat support, and combat service support forces. Additionally, force module packages …
40force planning — Planning associated with the creation and maintenance of military capabilities. It is primarily the responsibility of the Military Departments and Services and is conducted under the administrative control that runs from the Secretary of Defense… …
