military science
Study of warfare
Military science is the systematic study of warfare, including strategy, tactics, logistics, and the organization of armed forces.
It encompasses both the theoretical principles of combat and the practical methods of conducting military operations: He studied military science at West Point.
The field draws on history, technology, psychology, and geography to understand how wars are fought and won.
Long-term national military planning
- doctrineEstablished body of teachings
- ClausewitzPrussian strategist and theorist
- Sun TzuAncient Chinese strategist
- campaigningActively pursuing political support
deterrence · containment · attrition · center of gravity · combined arms · theater · objective · surprise
Organized effort toward goal
- offensiveCausing displeasure or attack-oriented
- invasionForcible entry into territory
- occupationOne's regular paid work
- counterinsurgencyCombating armed rebellion tactics
peacekeeping · amphibious assault · airborne operations · joint operations · phasing · tempo · culmination · exploitation
At the sides of
- envelopmentAct of surrounding completely
- encirclementSurrounding enemy forces completely
- ambushSurprise strike from concealment
- feintDeceptive mock attack
diversion · reconnaissance · skirmish · assault · raid · patrol · formation · suppression
Military attack apparatus
- artilleryLarge-caliber battlefield weapons
- armorProtective combat covering
- firearmsWeapons using explosive propulsion
- ordnanceMilitary weapons collectively
munitions · missiles · tanks · howitzers · mortars · small arms · anti-aircraft · anti-tank
Product delivery infrastructure
- sustainmentContinued support or maintenance
- quartermasterOfficer managing military supplies
- requisitionFormal order for supplies
- procurementObtaining goods externally
transportation · airlift · sealift · forward operating base · depot · maintenance · medical evacuation · reinforcement
Reinforced subterranean stronghold
- fortificationStrengthening defenses or nutrients
- entrenchmentFortified or fixed position
- redoubtEnclosed temporary fortification
- bastionFortified defensive position
citadel · rampart · parapet · emplacement · stronghold · garrison · pillbox · firing position
Radio-wave object detection
- sonarUnderwater detection by echoes
- GPSSatellite-based location technology
- dronesUnmanned aerial vehicles
- satellitesBodies circling larger ones
cybersecurity · electronic warfare · stealth · night vision · communications · encryption · command and control · precision strike
grand strategy
Long-term national military planning
- doctrineEstablished body of teachings
- ClausewitzPrussian strategist and theorist
- Sun TzuAncient Chinese strategist
campaigning · deterrence · containment · attrition · center of gravity · combined arms · theater · objective · surprise · security
campaign
Organized effort toward goal
- offensiveCausing displeasure or attack-oriented
- invasionForcible entry into territory
- occupationOne's regular paid work
counterinsurgency · peacekeeping · amphibious assault · airborne operations · joint operations · phasing · tempo · culmination · exploitation · pursuit
flanking
At the sides of
- envelopmentAct of surrounding completely
- encirclementSurrounding enemy forces completely
- ambushSurprise strike from concealment
feint · diversion · reconnaissance · skirmish · assault · raid · patrol · formation · suppression · infiltration
weapons systems
Military attack apparatus
- artilleryLarge-caliber battlefield weapons
- armorProtective combat covering
- firearmsWeapons using explosive propulsion
ordnance · munitions · missiles · tanks · howitzers · mortars · small arms · anti-aircraft · anti-tank · naval guns
supply chain
Product delivery infrastructure
- sustainmentContinued support or maintenance
- quartermasterOfficer managing military supplies
- requisitionFormal order for supplies
procurement · transportation · airlift · sealift · forward operating base · depot · maintenance · medical evacuation · reinforcement · mobilization
bunker
Reinforced subterranean stronghold
- fortificationStrengthening defenses or nutrients
- entrenchmentFortified or fixed position
- redoubtEnclosed temporary fortification
bastion · citadel · rampart · parapet · emplacement · stronghold · garrison · pillbox · firing position · minefield
radar
Radio-wave object detection
- sonarUnderwater detection by echoes
- GPSSatellite-based location technology
- dronesUnmanned aerial vehicles
satellites · cybersecurity · electronic warfare · stealth · night vision · communications · encryption · command and control · precision strike · signals intelligence
military sciencedomestic science
Study of household arts
home economics · liberal arts · fine arts · agricultural science · culinary arts
military scienceconflict resolution
Settling disputes between parties
diplomacy · pacifism · nonviolent resistance · peacebuilding · mediation
military sciencecombat operations
Active military engagement
warfare · field operations · battle · active duty · military action
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