The Concept of Victory in Marine Corps Defense Planning

This research aims to explore and understand the concept of victory in Marine Corps defense planning. The research methodology employed in this study is qualitative research with a phenomenological approach. By using qualitative and phenomenological approaches, this research is expected to provide deeper insights into the concept of victory in defense planning of the Indonesian Navy-Marine Corps. The research findings indicate that the concept of victory in defense planning of the Marine Corps refers to the ultimate goal of defense strategies undertaken. Victory in military defense planning can be interpreted as successfully protecting a country's territory from internal and external threats and preserving national sovereignty and security. This concept of victory is important in military defense planning as it serves as the ultimate objective of the strategies employed. Furthermore, victory can also be understood as the successful outcome of a country in winning wars or battles. Indicators of victory in defense planning of the Marine Corps can include success in preventing enemy attacks, overcoming enemy assaults, building military strength, integrating defense policies with the country's political and economic policies, and maintaining civilian control over the military. Keywords: the concept of victory, defense planning, Indonesian Navy Marine Corps