***** Psychological Operations: PsyOp Documents from the Black Vault *****

Here's something making the rounds this holiday season you may or may not have had the opportunity to examine. Even for those not surprised by the intent of the content below, the details may still offer quite a, further, eye-opening read. What is stated here can't be easily dismissed as 'conspiratorial' nor debunked because most (if not all) of the material posted on The Black Vault [link to www.bvalphaserver.com] consists of copies of actual government documents obtained under the Freedom of Information Act. I'd end by saying 'Enjoy' but that's really not appropriate considering the topic at hand... BMG



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Psychological Operations

PsyOp Documents


1. The Creation and Dissemination of All Forms of Information in Support of Psychological Operations (PSYOP) in Time of Military Conflict [63 Pages]

Abstract: Military PSYOP offers a potentially unique and powerful asset in military operations, both in peacetime and in war. However, the creation of PSYOP products that meet mission needs is often hampered by outdated equipment and organizational issues. Given the broad array of complex missions conducted by U.S. military forces, understanding the culture and preparation of the “soft” battlespace is imperative to the conduct of successful operations. A robust and flexible PSYOP capability can be an invaluable tool in these efforts. DOWNLOAD the document [0.9 mb]

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2. Doctrine for Joint Psychological Operations [66 Pages]

Abstract: This doctrine addresses the use of military psychological operations (PSYOP) assets in planning and conducting PSYOP in support of joint operations across the range of military operations. The following information is also included. (1) The context for employment of PSYOP is provided. (2) The sources of policy and authority for the use of military PSYOP assets are identified. (3) PSYOP responsibilities of principal DOD and other US Government (USG) agencies are outlined. (4) Basic PSYOP principles and objectives are identified. (5) Guidance for the development or refinement of DOD PSYOP plans and annexes is provided. (6) Joint PSYOP capabilities are outlined. (7) Planning considerations for the employment of PSYOP assets to support strategic, operational, tactical, and consolidation military PSYOP objectives and the requisite coordination among other DOD elements and USG agencies necessary to execute their respective PSYOP responsibilities are delineated. (8) PSYOP logistic, intelligence, and command, control, communications, and computer systems support requirements are identified. DOWNLOAD the document [3.04 mb]

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3. Psychological Effects of U.S. Air Operations in Four Wars, 1941-1991. Lessons for U.S. Commanders [243 Pages]

Abstract: This study suggests ways to maximize the psychological impact of U.S. airpower in future conflicts. It draws on enemy prisoner of war (POW) interrogations and other data from the Korean, Vietnam, and Persian Gulf wars to analyze the psychological effects of past U.S. air operations against both enemy strategic targets and deployed forces. Among other objectives, the study aims to identify (1) conditions that enhance or limit the psychological effects of air operations, (2) how future U.S. air campaigns and psychological operations (PSYOP) might be best designed and employed to exploit fully the psychological potential of U.S. airpower, and (3) how the Air Force might increase its own capabilities and role in the psychological dimension of warfare. DOWNLOAD the document [10.1 mb]

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4. PSYOP Operations in the 21st Century [38 Pages]

Abstract: A revolution in Psychological Operations (PSYOP) will occur in the near future. The Internet will be the vehicle to enable a revolution in PSYOP and improve the capabilities of PSYOP to achieve objectives specified in the National Security Strategy (NSS). The paper is structured to support this thesis by first providing a detailed definition and description of PSYOP. Next the importance of communication techniques in developing PSYOP methods is described. The understanding gained from these sections is then used to emphasize how the Internet can revolutionize PSYOP. Reflex control was presented as a method of PSYOP for the future. Then, based on the knowledge presented in this paper, some recommendations are made on how the Internet could be used to revolutionize future PSYOP campaigns. PSYOP has been an essential element of warfare since ancient times. PSYOP will continue to be a key strategic weapon to provide the ways to accomplish the objectives specified in the NSS. As Napolean Bonaparte once said, "There are but two powers in the world, the sword and the mind. In the long run the sword is always beaten by the mind". DOWNLOAD the document [1.1 mb]

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5. WAR.COM: The Internet and Psychological Operations [30 Pages]

Abstract: As an information medium and vehicle of influence, the Internet is a powerful tool, in both open societies as well as in those whose only glimpse of the outside world is increasingly viewed and shaped through webpages, E-mail, and electronic chat rooms. Moreover, the sword cuts both ways, as unconstrained (legally, socially, politically) adversaries find the Internet an effective vehicle for influencing popular support for their cause or inciting the opposite against the U.S. or its interests. Consequently, the realm of military psychological operations (PSYOP) must be expanded to include the Internet. Just as obvious is the need for action to remove or update current policy and legal constraints on the use of the Internet by military PSYOP forces, allowing them to embrace the full range of media, so that the U.S. will not be placed at a disadvantage. Although current international law restricts many aspects of PSYOP either through ambiguity or non-currency, there is ample legal room for both the U.S. and others to conduct PSYOP using modern technology and media such as the Internet. Existing policy and legal restrictions, however, must be changed, allowing military PSYOP forces to both defend and counter adversarial disinformation and propaganda attacks which impact on the achievement of military objectives. By examining this issue, I hope to highlight the importance of the Internet for PSYOP and foment further discussion. DOWNLOAD the document [0.08 mb]

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