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Historically, military agencies employed psychological operations as part of broader warfare strategies. These operations aimed to undermine enemy morale, create confusion, or sway public opinion in favor of one side. Techniques ranged from propaganda campaigns to the dissemination of misinformation, all designed to weaken the enemy's resolve or boost the morale of allies.
Modern-Day Applications Beyond the Military
In recent times, the concept of psychological operations has extended beyond traditional military contexts into the realm of media and information dissemination. Governments, political groups, and even private entities now utilize similar techniques to influence public perception and opinion.