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NON-STRATEGIC NUCLEAR FORCE [1 record]

Record 1 2010-12-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • CBRNE Operations
DEF

non-strategic nuclear forces: Those nuclear-capable forces located in an operational area with a capability to employ nuclear weapons by land, sea, or air forces against opposing forces, supporting installations, or facilities.

OBS

Such forces may be employed, when authorized by [a] competent authority, to support operations that contribute to the accomplishment of the commander’s mission within the theatre of operations.

Key term(s)
  • non strategic nuclear force

French

Domaine(s)
  • Opérations CBRNE
DEF

forces nucléaires non stratégiques : Forces dotées d'une capacité nucléaire placées dans une zone opérationnelle, capables d'utiliser des armes nucléaires à vecteur terrestre, naval ou aérien contre des forces adverses, des installations de soutien ou des installations.

OBS

Ces forces peuvent être utilisées, lorsqu'elles sont autorisées par l'autorité compétente, pour appuyer des opérations qui contribuent à l'exécution de la mission du commandant dans le cadre du théâtre d'opérations.

Spanish

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