Operational Terms and Military Symbols

Army Doctrine Publication (ADP) 1-02 provides foundational doctrine for establishing and
using Army terms, acronyms, and symbols. It discusses how a common language is
essential to the effective conduct of military operations. It describes how doctrinal terms
and symbols enhance communication among military professionals and ensure a common
understanding of doctrinal principles. ADP 1-02 addresses why terms and symbols are
important.
ADP 1-02 establishes the basis for Army doctrinal terms, acronyms, and symbols in Army
Doctrine Reference Publication (ADRP) 1-02, Operational Terms and Military Symbols.
ADP 1-02 and ADRP 1-02 are part of the Doctrine 2015 Initiative, which also includes a
terminology database that will contain all doctrinal terms established in Army doctrinal
publications.
The principal audience for ADP 1-02 is all members of the profession of arms.
Commanders and staffs of Army headquarters serving as joint task force or multinational
headquarters should also refer to applicable joint or multinational doctrine concerning the
range of military operations and joint or multinational forces. Trainers and educators
throughout the Army will also use this manua