Information Operations in Support of Demonstrations and Shows of Force

摘要

The U.S. Army conducts shows of force and demonstration operations to influence key decisionmakers and audiences to support U.S. objectives. Information operations (IO) leverage the effectiveness of these operations across the pillars of IO by informing targeted audiences of friendly force capabilities and intent. Shows of force and demonstrations are military operations conducted by combat forces to protect U.S. and allied interests, give warning and pause to hostile groups, persuade neutrals, and encourage friendly groups. Shows of force and demonstrations are military activities that support preventive diplomacy, one of the three diplomatic-led activities of peace operations in which military activities play a supporting role.