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A temporary organization within the amphibious task force which precedes the main body to the objective area. Its function is to participate in preparing the objective for the main assault by conducting such operations as reconnaissance, seizure of supporting positions, minesweeping, preliminary bombardment, underwater demolitions, and air support. |
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Zavarzin gained fame for sending an advance force of Russian
peacekeepers to Prishtina airport in Kosovo in 1999, ahead of NATO
troops. In reaching the area and preparing to
cross the Monongahela River, Braddock sent an advance force under Lt. The ships are fully capable
of amphibious assault, advance force and special-purpose operations, as
well as noncombatant evacuation and other humanitarian missions. |
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