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GLOSSARY
Navy Planning Process

The specific process for planning naval operations where commander can plan for,
prepare and execute operations from the operational through the tactical levels of
war. It ensures that the employment of forces is linked to objectives, and integrates
naval operations with the actions of the joint force.

Principles of War

Principles of War are a distillation of experience and a simplification of complex and
sometimes contradictory ideas. They are broad precepts for the conduct of armed
conflict and should be used to inform all military strategic and operational decisions
rather than as a planning checklist.

Thematic Doctrine

Thematic doctrine operationalizes functional doctrine within a specific context or for
a particular contingency.

Total War or General War

This is commonly used to define major unrestricted conflict in which national survival
is at stake. The definition is; General war implies a total national effort in, which all
elements of society will be involved.

Track 2 Diplomacy
Interaction among people from advisory groups or nations, intended to explore issues
and solutions on an informal and unofficial basis.

Understanding
Understanding is defined as: the perception and interpretation of a particular situation
in order to provide the context. Insight and foresight are required for effective decision
making. Understanding should not be confused with intelligence or information.

Value Based Conflict

A conflict arising from a dispute relating to territory or resulting from religious or ethnic
rivalry can be considered to be value based.

Versatility

Ability to change their military posture, undertake several tasks concurrently and be
readily available for re-tasking.

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