JP 1, Doctrine for the Armed Forces of the United States - Defense ...

Preface
composed of the members of each Service, Department of Defense agencies, as well as
associated civilians supporting governmental and private sector workforces. The guidance in
this publication is broad, authoritative, and serves as a foundation for the development of
more specific joint guidance. This doctrine will be followed except when, in the judgment of
the commander, exceptional circumstances dictate otherwise.
b. To ensure the Armed Forces achieve their fullest potential, all US military leaders
shall incorporate the doctrine and philosophy of this publication into their efforts to develop
leaders and train forces for joint and multinational operations. JFCs shall incorporate the
guidelines and philosophies of this doctrine as fundamental precepts while conducting
interagency coordination.
c. The Services and United States Special Operations Command (in areas unique to
special operations) have specific responsibilities under Title 10, United States Code (USC),
to organize, train, equip, prepare, and maintain their forces. The National Guard has similar,
specific responsibilities under Title 32, USC, and includes domestic operations. These
forces are employed under JFCs. Service equipment, systems, and manpower skills form the
very core of US military capability. Joint warfare relies upon effective coordination of
Service capabilities and expertise. When integrated into joint operations with partner
military Services and other defense, logistical, and intelligence agencies, they become
capable of unified action. Successful joint operations merge capabilities and skill sets of
assigned Service components. Interoperability and effective integration of service
capabilities enhance joint operations to accomplish US Government objective(s), building on
US traditions of conducting joint operations that began with the Revolutionary War.
d. The growing threats to US and allied interests throughout the world demand US
forces be proficient across the range of military operations. The fundamental principles that
guide operations are recorded in joint doctrine. Joint operations are conducted routinely and
efficiently in the current operational environment. To maintain and enhance this efficiency,
joint leaders must diligently study, apply, teach, and ultimately provide insights to improve
joint doctrine.
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