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.
Operational art is the use of military forces to achieve strategic goals through the design, organization, integration, and conduct of strategies, campaigns, major operations, and battles. Operational art helps commanders use resources efficiently and effectively to achieve strategic objectives.