B130936 Law of War/Introduction to Rules of Engagement 2 Basic Officer Course Law of War/Introduction to Rules of Engagement Introduction The Law of War is defined as that part of international law that governs the conduct of armed hostilities. Included in this lesson are the principles underlying the Law of War, as
Definitions for operational environment. operational environment. A composite of the conditions, circumstances, and influences that affect the employment of capabilities and bear on the decisions of the commander. Also called OE.
the problem. It results in an improved understanding of the operational environment, a problem statement, the initial commanderâs intent, and an operational approach that serves as the link between conceptual and detailed planning. Based on their understanding gained during the Army