Chapter 1: The Nature of Intelligence

  • The objective of intelligence
    • Aid in execution decision:
      • Evaluates existing conditions.
      • Estimates the enemies course and actions.
      • Identifies vulnerabilities enemy will exploit.
      • Evaluates courses of action.
    • Aid in counter-intelligence -> Helping out friendly forces
  • Expectation from intelligence

Chapter 2: Intelligence Theory

  • Classes of intelligence
    • Descriptive intelligence (capabilities)
      • Basic intelligence
      • Current intelligence
    • Estimative intelligence (intentions)
  • Functions of intelligence
    • Support estimations
    • Aid in situation development
    • Provide indications and warnings
    • Provide support for force protection
    • Support targeting
    • Support combat assessment