A JTF in Support; How U.S. Forces Can Achieve Success by Influence

United States Forces have the potential to positively affect future Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW) by Influence. By focusing on utilizing Command by Influence in future MOOTW Operations, commanders can promote success and build leaders for the future. Using the methods of command presented by Martin Van Crevald in "Command In War" this paper proposes a model for future U.S. Forces participation in MOOTW or other non-traditional military operations based on Van Crevald's definition of Command by Influence. The methods of command described by Van Crevald are related to the traditional military definitions. A recent case study that demonstrates the successful implementation of Command by influence -- "U.S. Forces INTERFET" in East Timor is also included.