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FLANK PROTECTION [1 record]

Record 1 2006-02-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Military Tactics
CONT

In some situations, flank protection may be provided by a flanking formation. Armoured reconnaissance units are suitable for flank protection of the advancing force by moving on a route parallel to the main axis or by picketing likely enemy approach routes.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tactique militaire
CONT

«Les tireurs d'élite peuvent être utilisés de différentes façons», a expliqué l'Adj Williams. «En première ligne parmi les troupes amies, dans le cadre de l'attaque; pour la protection des flancs; pour l'alerte avancée; pour couper la retraite des forces ennemies; pour la collecte d'informations; et pour diriger le tir indirect.»

Spanish

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