(DoD) A key geographical point or position important to the success of an operation.
(DoD) In point of time, a crisis or a turning point in an operation.
(DoD) A selected point along a line of march used for reference in giving instructions.
(DoD) Any point along a route of march where interference with a troop movement may occur.
(DoD) A point where there is a change of direction or change in slope in a ridge or stream.
(DoD) In point of time, a crisis or a turning point in an operation.
(DoD) A selected point along a line of march used for reference in giving instructions.
(DoD) Any point along a route of march where interference with a troop movement may occur.
(DoD) A point where there is a change of direction or change in slope in a ridge or stream.
Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. 31 January 2011.
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