(DoD) That action of the supporting force against targets or objectives which are sufficiently near the supported force as to require detailed integration or coordination of the supporting action with the fire, movement, or other actions of the supported force. See also direct support; general support; mutual support; support.
Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. 31 January 2011.
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