Although military power is only one component of the portfolio of instruments that can be brought to bear in the fight against terrorist groups, military capabilities play unique and crucial roles in the overall strategy. These capabilities will call for a mix of forces somewhat different from those fielded today as well as new concepts and technologies. Equally challenging will be the tasks of training/advising friendly forces and protecting forces and interests around the world.

"MR-1738"--Page 4 of cover. "Prepared for the United States Air Force." "Project AIR FORCE." "MR-1738." "MR-1738"--P. [4] of cover.

Introduction -- A generic operational strategy : a template for planning -- Toward new concepts for locating and attacking terroirsts and related targets -- The new steady state : implications for force planning.