A Psychological Operations Bibliography

The document, "Psychological Warfare: Military Aspects", offers a comprehensive bibliography of resources related to psychological warfare, spanning from World War I to the Korean War (up to November 1953). It is divided into two parts: Part I (Classified): Contains bibliographies, documents, and government publications that were classified at the time of publication. Part II (Unclassified): Includes bibliographies, books, documents, government publications, and periodicals accessible to the public. Both parts are organized thematically, covering areas like: Effects: Examining the impact of psychological warfare on both individuals and populations. Instruction: Resources providing guidance on planning and executing psychological operations. Mechanical Methods: Exploring the tools and technologies used for disseminating propaganda, such as leaflets, loudspeakers, and radio broadcasts. Military Instruction: Materials focused on training military personnel in psychological warfare principles and techniques. Nature and Theory of P.W.: Delving into the fundamental concepts and principles underpinning psychological warfare. Tactical and Strategic: Analyzing the application of psychological warfare in different operational contexts. World War I & II and Korean War: Specific resources related to psychological warfare activities during these conflicts. Key Observations: Evolution of Psychological Warfare: The bibliography highlights the development of psychological warfare throughout the 20th century, showcasing its increasing sophistication and importance in modern conflicts. Focus on Effectiveness: Several resources emphasize evaluating and measuring the impact of psychological operations, reflecting a growing concern with understanding their effectiveness. Diverse Methods and Media: The bibliography covers a wide range of propaganda dissemination tools, from traditional leaflets and loudspeakers to more advanced radio broadcasting techniques. Importance of Training: Numerous entries focus on military instruction and training materials, underscoring the need for skilled personnel to plan and execute effective psychological operations. Theoretical Foundations: The inclusion of resources on the nature and theory of psychological warfare demonstrates the growing academic and intellectual interest in this field. Limitations: Information Cut-off: As the information only goes up to November 1953, it doesn't include developments and insights from later conflicts and the Cold War. Classified Materials: Part I remains inaccessible, limiting a complete understanding of the topic. Overall, this bibliography serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the history, theory, and practice of psychological warfare in the first half of the 20th century.

This anthology serves as a fundamental guide to PSYOP philosophy, concepts, principles, issues, and thought for both those new to, and those experienced in, the PSYOP field and PSYOP applications. It clarifies the value of PSYOP as a cost-effective weapon and incorporates it as a psychological instrument of U.S. military and political power, especially given our present budgetary constraints. Presents diverse articles that portray the value of the planned use of human actions to influence perceptions, public opinion, attitudes, and behaviors so that PSYOP victories can be achieved in war and in peace.