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DIRECTION ATTACK [1 record]

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Record 1 2016-02-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Land Forces
DEF

A specific direction or route which the main attack or centre of mass of the unit will follow. The unit is restricted and required to attack as indicated and is not normally allowed to by-pass the enemy. The direction of attack is used primarily in counterattacks or to ensure that supporting attacks make maximum contribution to the main attack.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Forces terrestres
DEF

Direction nettement déterminée ou itinéraire précis imposé pour exécuter une attaque ou une contre-attaque. Les unités doivent normalement éliminer toutes les résistances se trouvant sur la direction d'attaque et, en principe, ne doivent pas les contourner.

Spanish

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