Joint Psychological Operations Master Training Guide

The provided document is a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) release from the Department of Defense, originally requested by The Black Vault. It contains a previously restricted Joint Staff manual focused on the training and implementation of psychological operations (PSYOP) across various military branches. The text outlines how specialized units from the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps coordinate to influence foreign audiences and support broader information operations. Detailed sections define various environmental conditions, mission classifications, and tactical procedures necessary for conducting unconventional warfare. Additionally, the manual provides a comprehensive glossary of military terminology and references to standardized joint doctrine. Through this declassified material, the public gains insight into the strategic frameworks used by the United States military to manage perception and conduct civil-military operations.