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 MCDP 1

Warfighting

'''Chapter 1. The Nature of War''' War Defined—Friction——Uncertainty-—Fluidity—Disorder—Complexity—The Human Dimension—Violence and Danger—Physical, Moral, and Mental Forces—The Evolution of War—The Science, Art, and Dynamic of War—Conclusion

'''Chapter 2. The Theory of War''' War As an Act of Policy—Means in War—The Spectrum of Conflict—Levels of War—Initiative and Response—Styles of Warfare—Combat Power—Speed and Focus—Surprise and Boldness—Centers of Gravity and Critical Vulnerabilities—Creating and Exploiting Opportunity—Conclusion

'''Chapter 3. Preparing for War''' Force Planning—Organization——Doctrine—Professionalism—Training—Professional Military Education—Personnel Management—Equipping—Conclusion