Operações Desert Shield e Desert Storm: uma análise comparativa da atuação do Navcent e do Marcent com as tarefas básicas do poder naval do Brasil.

Abstract

The present study aims to examine the similarities and differences between the actions carried out by the Naval Force Central Command and the Marine Central Command during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm and the Basic Tasks of Naval Power in Brazil related to national defense. The importance of this research lies in the ability to understand the role played by naval forces within the scope of joint operations, reflect on the essential functions of the Brazilian Navy in the current geopolitical context, and stimulate possible improvements to the existing doctrine. Using a research design comparing theory with reality, the study was conducted through a bibliographic and documentary review. Comparing the actions of NAVCENT and MARCENT with the Basic Naval Power Tasks of Brazil, important correspondences are observed, especially regarding tasks related to " Sea Control", " Sea Denial", and "Power Projection". However, the essential functions of the American Naval Power "Deterrence" and "Operational Access", employed during the Gulf War, highlight differences in the Naval Power assignments between the Brazilian Navy and the United States Navy.