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“Wars may be fought with weapons, but they are won Conceptual Component (the thought process)
by men.
It is the spirit of the men who follow and of the man This component provides the thought
who leads, that gain, victory.” processes needed to develop the ability to fight. This
comprises both lessons from the past and thinking
- General George Patton about how we can best operate today and in the
Introduction future. The Conceptual Component consists of two
Understanding the essence and application of areas; the body of thought about how we conduct
Maritime Fighting Power is essential for the success in current operations, comprising the Principles of War
wide range of operational situations from peacetime and Doctrine; and the body of thought about how
activities to high intensity situations in the ‘Spectrum we desire to fight in the future, comprising the future
of Conflict’. Sri Lanka Navy BR 1 (Maritime Doctrine concepts.
of Sri Lanka) Chapter 6, highlights the importance of
Maritime Fighting Power and its ability to fight and Principles of War. Principles of War even
achieve success in maritime operations. though framed in relation to war, also apply in every
Maritime Fighting Power is mainly a blend form of military activity, whether in war or peace.
of three essential inter-related components; Physical These principles are underpinned by understanding,
Component (the means to fight), Moral Component mission command and the manoeuvrist approach.
(the ability to get people to fight) and Conceptual They represent enduring principles, whose expression
Component (the thought process). However, none of and emphasis change in relation to context. Selection
the three components is invariably more important and Maintenance of the Aim, Maintenance of
than the other and what requires is the vital mix. It is Morale, Concentration of Force, Economy of Effort,
very much essential as naval personnel to understand Sustainability, Offensive Action, Security, Cooperation,
the importance of Maritime Fighting Power and apply Surprise and Flexibility are the ten Principles of War
to achieve the desired success. The Components of followed by Sri Lanka Navy in accordance with the SLN
Maritime Fighting Power are summarised as follows: BR 1 Chapter 7.
Doctrine. Even though, Armed Forces of Sri
Lanka are yet to formulate a Joint Doctrine, the
Sri Lanka Navy’s capstone document (SLN BR 1 –
Maritime Doctrine of Sri Lanka) provides a framework
of principles, concepts and understanding of which
provides the basis for action for the use of maritime
power in large at and from the sea. At a fundamental
level it explains why Sri Lanka has a Navy.
Conceptual Innovation. Conceptual Innovation is an
essential element that assists with the development
of Fighting Power into the future. It is concerned with
innovation and ideas for developing future capabilities
and better ways of operating in continually fluctuating
environments. The development of concepts for
future operations is vital for both force and doctrine
development.
Source: SLN BR 1 (Maritime Doctrine of Sri Lanka)
“Wars may be fought with weapons, but they are won Conceptual Component (the thought process)
by men.
It is the spirit of the men who follow and of the man This component provides the thought
who leads, that gain, victory.” processes needed to develop the ability to fight. This
comprises both lessons from the past and thinking
- General George Patton about how we can best operate today and in the
Introduction future. The Conceptual Component consists of two
Understanding the essence and application of areas; the body of thought about how we conduct
Maritime Fighting Power is essential for the success in current operations, comprising the Principles of War
wide range of operational situations from peacetime and Doctrine; and the body of thought about how
activities to high intensity situations in the ‘Spectrum we desire to fight in the future, comprising the future
of Conflict’. Sri Lanka Navy BR 1 (Maritime Doctrine concepts.
of Sri Lanka) Chapter 6, highlights the importance of
Maritime Fighting Power and its ability to fight and Principles of War. Principles of War even
achieve success in maritime operations. though framed in relation to war, also apply in every
Maritime Fighting Power is mainly a blend form of military activity, whether in war or peace.
of three essential inter-related components; Physical These principles are underpinned by understanding,
Component (the means to fight), Moral Component mission command and the manoeuvrist approach.
(the ability to get people to fight) and Conceptual They represent enduring principles, whose expression
Component (the thought process). However, none of and emphasis change in relation to context. Selection
the three components is invariably more important and Maintenance of the Aim, Maintenance of
than the other and what requires is the vital mix. It is Morale, Concentration of Force, Economy of Effort,
very much essential as naval personnel to understand Sustainability, Offensive Action, Security, Cooperation,
the importance of Maritime Fighting Power and apply Surprise and Flexibility are the ten Principles of War
to achieve the desired success. The Components of followed by Sri Lanka Navy in accordance with the SLN
Maritime Fighting Power are summarised as follows: BR 1 Chapter 7.
Doctrine. Even though, Armed Forces of Sri
Lanka are yet to formulate a Joint Doctrine, the
Sri Lanka Navy’s capstone document (SLN BR 1 –
Maritime Doctrine of Sri Lanka) provides a framework
of principles, concepts and understanding of which
provides the basis for action for the use of maritime
power in large at and from the sea. At a fundamental
level it explains why Sri Lanka has a Navy.
Conceptual Innovation. Conceptual Innovation is an
essential element that assists with the development
of Fighting Power into the future. It is concerned with
innovation and ideas for developing future capabilities
and better ways of operating in continually fluctuating
environments. The development of concepts for
future operations is vital for both force and doctrine
development.
Source: SLN BR 1 (Maritime Doctrine of Sri Lanka)
