Explain The Driving Principle Behind The Single-Battle Concept

Although it would seem relatively obvious, it is worth stating that no one element of the Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) is capable of “winning the battle” without the other three elements. This is the driving principle behind the single-battle concept. The single-battle concept, roughly defined, is the means through which the MAGTF achieves the Commander’s desired end state. It is the method used to ensure that all four elements, especially including all of the associated subordinate units and attachments, of the MAGTF are synchronized in accordance with the Commander’s intent and his/her visualization of the battlefield. Whether it be the 2nd Lieutenant infantry Platoon Commander or the Marine Expeditionary Unit’s S-4 Logistics