Psychological operations (psyops) leverage non-combat strategies to influence enemy behavior, often utilizing deception to achieve military objectives while minimizing loss of life.
Throughout history, leaflets have been a key tool in psyops, effectively manipulating the morale of enemy troops by providing misleading information and encouraging surrender.
Operation Fortitude exemplified successful deception in military strategy, using fake armies and disinformation to mislead German forces about the true location of the Allied invasion.
Psyops often come with ethical dilemmas, yet proponents argue these strategies can save lives by achieving military goals without resorting to direct combat.
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