Mine Warfare — NWP 3-15, MCWP 3-3.1.2

This publication has been brought into existence to give a broad command overview of Mine Warfare and to provide a link to other documents critical to the understanding and planning processes. Its ultimate purpose, therefore, is to play a supporting role in keeping the Mine Warfare lessons learned truly learned. It may thereby aid in the avoidance of such unfortunate tactical situations as befell USS PRINCETON (CG 59), USS TRIPOLI (LPH 10), and USS SAMUEL B. ROBERTS (FFG 58). In future naval engagements with an enemy, especially in joint littoral warfare, mines are certain to play an important role. It is imperative to minimize the potential loss of human life and warships and to enhance the smooth integration, coordination, and effectiveness of the mine warfighting element to support overall military force and political objectives.