psychological operations
1-11. Application
a. Military PSYOP are a source of power available to the commander which, when applied in conjunction with other elements of power, can substantially aid the accomplishment of the mission. Commanders at all levels of command integrate PSYOP into plans and operations. PSYOP are particularly valuable when restraint of military force is desirable and when friendly forces possess superior combat power.
https://www.psywar.org/psywar/reproductions/FM_33_1_1968.pdf
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