amphibious task force

A Navy task organization formed to conduct amphibious operations. The amphibious task force, together with the landing force and other forces, constitutes the amphibious force. Also called ATF. See also amphibious force; amphibious operation; landing force.

Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. US Department of Defense 2005.

Mentioned in

advance force
amphibious force
amphibious transport group
assault
assault phase
assault shipping
attack group
central control officer
commander, amphibious task force
commander, landing force
follow-up shipping
integrated planning
joint amphibious task force
landing force
movement plan
organization for embarkation
prelanding operations
regulating point
sea areas

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