O Corpo de Fuzileiros Navais na gestão de desastres naturais e humanos

Abstract

This undergraduate thesis analyzes the strategic role of the Brazilian Marine Corps (Corpo de Fuzileiros Navais — CFN) in the management of natural and human-made disasters in Brazil. This qualitative, descriptive, and explanatory research highlights the CFN as a key rapid response force of the Brazilian State, emphasizing its expeditionary doctrine, operational versatility, amphibious and land mobility, and its capacity to act in coordination with civilian agencies. Through the analysis of real operations, such as Operation Taquari II (2024), the study demonstrates the CFN’s logistical and humanitarian capabilities in contexts of public calamity. It also examines the evolution of military doctrine and the modernization of assets, including armored vehicles and field hospitals, while underscoring the fundamental role of interagency interoperability in ensuring effective responses. Nuclear, Biological, Chemical, and Radiological (NBQR) Defense is highlighted as a strategic pillar in the face of contemporary technological and biological risks. The research further discusses challenges and future opportunities for CFN disaster response, reflecting on doctrinal adaptation, the use of new technologies, and the need for a more proactive and integrated response system. By demonstrating that the CFN is an essential actor in preserving life and human security in extreme situations, this study contributes to the institutional and societal recognition of its strategic relevance in times of crisis.