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C4ISR Stories: Command and Control - The Summit

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This is the first episode in a series of six illustrating the disciplines and activities of C4ISR through short fictional stories.

In this story, a single mountaineering group tackles a climb to a summit. They must rely on intent, discipline, and trust in their leader’s decisions. A fictional civilian scenario illustrates the essence of command and control: setting direction, maintaining clarity, and adapting when plans meet reality.

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    • (00:29) C4ISR
    (01:14) Storytelling
    (03:32) C2: The Summit
    (21:18) After Action Review
    (30:34) Final words
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