…countermobility operations (Army) Those combined arms activities that use or enhance the effects of natural and man-made obstacles to deny enemy freedom of movement and maneuver. (ATP 3-90.8) *cover (Army) A type of…

…The successful execution of operations requires the use of all the warfighting functions in various combinations and with the other two elements of combat power—leadership and information. Figure 2-1. Taxonomy of Army tactics

…In the context of Army tactics, movement is the positioning of combat power to establish the conditions for maneuver. To direct movement, Army forces use movement techniques, use movement formations, and conduct battle drills to mitigate…

…Army airspace planners at the senior operational and tactical levels help to develop the joint airspace control plan. Their participation is critical if they intend to request the authority to control division-assigned airspace using the…

…which a commander directs immediately available forces, using fragmentary orders, to perform tasks with minimal preparation, trading planning and preparation time for speed of execution. intelligence operations (Army) The tasks undertaken by military intelligence units through…

…However, it uses existing systems and units to do so. (See FM 4-95 for additional information on reconstitution.) RESERVE 2-73. While joint doctrine has three definitions for reserve, the following Army definition applies to…

…ADP 3-90 is the introductory reference for all Army professionals studying the art and science of tactics. The five chapters of ADP 3-90 focus on the tactics used to employ available means to prevail…

…relative to each other and to the enemy, and their inherent capabilities. (JP 3-31) *objective (Army) A location used to orient operations, phase operations, facilitate changes of direction, and provide for unity of effort. *objective…

…The Army currently retains only two tactical regiments, the 75th Ranger Regiment and the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment. All the Army’s other regiments have no tactical function. Instead, they are intended to perpetuate regimental…

Glossary Glossary-10 ADP 3-90 31 July 2019 *retirement When a force out of contact moves away from the enemy. *retrograde (Army) A type defensive operation that involves organized movement away from the enemy. *route…

…of attack by fire. *attack position (Army) The last position an attacking force occupies or passes through before crossing the line of departure. *avenue of approach (Army) A path used by an attacking force leading to…

…United States Army a. Army Doctrine Publication 3-28, Defense Support of Civil Authorities. b. Army Doctrine Reference Publication 3-0, Operations. 8. United States Coast Guard a. COMDTINST M16247.1, US Coast Guard Maritime Law…

…Upon receipt of a mission, Army leaders filter relevant information categorized by the operational variables into the categories of the mission variables for use during mission analysis. Incorporating an analysis of the operational variables with the…

…engagement SRUF standing rules for the use of force TAG the adjutant general UAS unmanned aircraft system UCP Unified Command Plan USA United States Army USACE United States Army Corps of Engineers USAF United States Air…

…Airspace control is capabilities and procedures used to increase operational effectiveness by promoting the safe, efficient, and flexible use of airspace (JP 3-52). The division joint air-ground integration center (JAGIC)—composed of the Army…

…Army commanders and staffs use positive control methods (division positive control is limited to areas controlled by Army or joint air traffic control elements), procedural control methods (used throughout division-assigned airspace), or a combination of…

…Groups are brigade-size organizations that, because of Army modularity, are rarely used outside of Army’s special operations forces. Army special operations forces use the term to designate large special forces and psychological operations units…

…Army planners use the operational variables to describe an operational environment. Operational variables are those aspects of an operational environment which affect operations, and they differ from one area of operations to another. Army planners analyze…

…New and modified Army terms (continued) Term Remarks security tasks No longer uses as a defined Army term. security operations Adds new definition. sequential relief in place Adds new definition. simultaneous relief in place Adds new…

31 July 2019 ADP 3-90 Glossary-1 Glossary The glossary lists acronyms and terms with Army or joint definitions. Where Army and joint definitions differ, (Army) precedes the definition. Terms for which ADP 3-90…