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Operational Terms

Teacher: Captains Career Course
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To disrupt/nullify the enemy’s plan and/or subdue his will to fight so he is either unwilling or unable to pursue his mission. May or may not entail the destruction of any part of the enemy force Psychological destruction over physical destruction
The employment of units in combat. It includes the ordered arrangement and maneuver of units in relation to each other, the terrain, and the enemy in order to translate potential combat power into victorious battles and engagements.
The geographical area from which information and intelligence are required to permit planning or successful conduct of an operation. It is usually larger than an area of operation; it includes threats and characteristics of the operational environment that will significantly influence the accomplishment of the mission.
To place units or personnel in an organization where such placement is relatively permanent, and/or where such an organization controls and administers units/personnel for the primary function, or greater portion of the functions, of the unit/personnel.
The general and detailed methods used by troops and/or commanders to perform assigned missions and functions, specifically, the methods of using equipment and personnel.
Command authority over assigned or attached forces or commands made available for tasking, that is limited to the detailed direction and control of movements or maneuvers within the operational area necessary to accomplish missions or tasks assigned. Provides sufficient authority for controlling and directing the application of force or tactical use of combat support assets within the assigned mission or task.
The point in time and space when the attacker’s combat power no longer exceeds that of the defender or when the defender no longer has the capability to defend their position successfully.
A tactical mission task in which a committed force follows and supports a lead force conducting an offensive operation.
Force under pressure trades space for time by slowing the enemy’s momentum and inflicting maximum damage on the enemy Does not become decisively engaged
The foremost limits of a series of areas in which ground combat units are deployed, excluding the areas in which the covering or screening forces are operating. Designated to coordinate fire support, the positioning of forces, or the maneuver of units.
The geographically assigned area for which commanders have the responsibility and the authority to conduct military operations.
When a commander integrates direct and indirect fires, terrain, and obstacles to upset an enemy’s formation or tempo, interrupt his timetable, or cause his forces to commit prematurely or attack in piecemeal fashion. May become decisively engaged
A tactical mission task in which a second committed force follows a force conducting an offensive operation and is prepared to continue the mission if the lead force is fixed, attrited, or unable to continue.
The Army dictionary for operational terms.
Taking possession of a designated area using overwhelming force Must physically occupy the ground
Forming an essential part of a military organization. Organic parts of a unit are those listed in its table of organization and equipment (TOE) for the Army.
An anticipated event, area, or point in the operation where and when the friendly commander will make a critical decision.
Standard, detailed steps that prescribe how to perform specific tasks. They normal consist of a series of steps in a set order.
A mission which the force will accomplish at a later time; second in priority to any primary mission for planning; included in paragraph 2 of the OPORD.
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To gain possession of a position or terrain with or without force Deployed in a manner which prevents destruction or loss to the enemy Physical occupation not required.
The authority to perform those functions of command over subordinate forces involving organizing and employing commands and forces, assigning tasks, designating objectives, and giving authoritative direction necessary to accomplish the mission. Includes authoritative direction over all aspects of military operations necessary to accomplish the missions assigned to the command. Normally provides full authority to organize commands and forces and to employ those forces as the commander in operational control Considers necessary to accomplish assigned missions; it does not, in and of itself, include authoritative direction for logistics or matters of administration, discipline, internal organization, or unit training.
To provide early warning for the main body by maintaining contact with the opposing force Does not become decisively engaged (lose the ability to maneuver)
A line utilized for control and coordination of military operations, usually an easily identified feature in the operational area. Often an easily recognizable terrain feature. Units normally report crossing phase lines.
An air or ground route of an attacking force of a given size leading to its objective or to key terrain in its path. Based on the capabilities and opportunities offered by battlefield environment (METT-TC) Enemy Forces
To prevent ground observation, direct fire, or surprise attack on the main body force Can accept decisive engagement Normally within indirect fire support range of the main body
In land warfare, a line designated to coordinate the departure of attack elements. A phase line crossed at a prescribed time by troops initiating an offensive operation. A start line.
Eliminate organized resistance in an assigned zone by destroying, capturing, or forcing the withdrawal of enemy forces that could interfere with the friendly unit’s ability to accomplish its mission.
A line which indicates the most forward positions of friendly forces in any kind of military operation at a specific time. Normally identifies the forward location of covering and screening forces.
To render the opposing force combat ineffective unless reconstituted Physical destruction over psychological destruction
A line of advance assigned for purposes of control; often a road or a group of roads, or a designated series of locations, extending in the direction of the enemy. Friendly Forces
A mission which the force may accomplish at a later time; last in priority to any on order mission for planning; not included in paragraph 2 of the OPORD.
Direction or exercise of authority over subordinate or other organizations in respect to administration and support, including organization of Service forces, control of resources and equipment, personnel management, unit logistics, individual and unit training, readiness, mobilization, demobilization, discipline, and other matters not included in the operational missions of the subordinate or other organizations.
The placement of units or personnel in an organization where such placement is relatively temporary. The detailing of individuals to specific functions where such functions are secondary or relatively temporary, e.g., attached for quarters and rations; attached for flying duty.