LINKS TO EXAMPLES OF LEADERSHIP AT THE OPERATIONAL LEVEL

Summary

The operational level is defined as:

 'The operational level of war involves planning and execution of campaigns and major operations using operational art to achieve military objectives. The operational level of analysis would analyze any actions taken that involve operational art and planning and execution of campaigns and major operations.' From: The Levels of War as Levels of Analysis (army.mil)

Examples of good operational leaders:

• GENERAL JAMES HAROLD DOOLITTLE > Air Force > Biography Display (af.mil)
• Guy Gibson | The Dambusters
• Squadron Leader Keith William 'Bluey' Truscott | Australian War Memorial (awm.gov.au)
• Dick Cresswell An inspirational leader in two wars (smh.com.au)