Noteworthy new doctrinal publications from the Department of Defense include the following (all pdf).
“Operations in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Environments,” Joint Publication 3-11, August 26, 2008.
“Homeland Defense Activities Conducted by the National Guard,” DoD Directive 3160.01, August 25, 2008.
“Clearance of DoD Information for Public Release,” DoD Directive 5230.09, August 22, 2008.
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