HW4: Doctrine

Question 1

Explain the purpose of Space Force doctrine

Answer 1

Serves to explain why spacepower is vital to the nation

Question 2

Compare and contract doctrine and concepts

Answer 2

• Doctrine: agreed upon, operationally relevant best practices; provides common, precise terminology to express ideas
• Concepts: new vision, tactic, or process not yet proven as best practice

Question 3

Who creates Space Force doctrine? How is the current development cycle determined and why?

Answer 3

Space Delta 10
Current doctrine update and development cycle is determined by need because it is a lengthy process

Note: 12 month writing group gathering SMEs

Question 4

List the Cornerstone Responsibilities of the Space Force and explain what each is

Answer 4

• Preserve Freedom of Action: freedom to operate in space is critical across the continuum of conflict
• Enable Joint Lethality and Effectiveness: work with other branches to provide capabilities
• Provide Independent Options: we can also accomplish missions on our own

Question 5

List and define two space Core Competencies. Which do you believe is most important? Why?

Answer 5

Space Security: freedom of action, safety
Combat Power Projection: show of force, offensive and defensive capabilities

I mentioned Space Security was the most important because it is one of the Space Defensive Strategies.