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key terrain

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Any locality, or area, the seizure or retention of which affords a marked advantage to either combatant. See also vital ground.


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When all the battles were over the Allies were in control of five key terrain features.
Of the three, smooth plains are a key terrain type," she said.
The most likely breach points along the primary and secondary corridor are considered key terrain as are areas of sanctuary which provide key logistical and command and control (C2) capability.
 
 
 
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