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  • Armor Sweep
    A limited attack without terrain objective by a rapidly moving armor unit through or across enemy controlled territory. An armor sweep may be conducted for reconnaissance in force, destruction or capture of personnel or materiel, or to harass/disrupt enemy plans and operations.

  • Counterrecoil
    Forward movement of a gun returning to firing position after recoil.

  • Dead Time
    Interval required from time of observation of target to instant at which gun may be fired.

  • Denial Operation
    An operation designed to prevent or hinder enemy occupation of, or benefit from, areas or objects having tactical or strategic value.

  • Fire and Maneuver
    Method of attack in which one element of a command moves while being supported by the fire of another element or elements.

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