(DoD) A tactical artillery mission. Also called GS. See also direct support; general support-reinforcing; reinforcing.
(DoD, NATO) That support which is given to the supported force as a whole and not to any particular subdivision thereof. See also close support; direct support; mutual support; support.
(DoD, NATO) That support which is given to the supported force as a whole and not to any particular subdivision thereof. See also close support; direct support; mutual support; support.
Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. 31 January 2011.
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