Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO)

Definition

Military control and use of radio frequencies, radar, and electronic communications. The invisible battlefield where modern warfare increasingly happens.

Example Usage

EMSO capabilities gave us dominance over enemy communications.

Origin

Modern military doctrine, 1990s onwards

Fun Fact

The military worries more about losing the electromagnetic spectrum than physical territory.

Source: Joint Publication 3-13.1, Electromagnetic Warfare

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