(DoD) In land warfare, a line designated to coordinate the departure of attack elements. Also called LD.
(DoD) In amphibious warfare, a suitably marked offshore coordinating line to assist assault craft to land on designated beaches at scheduled times the seaward end of a boat lane. Also called LOD.
(DoD) In amphibious warfare, a suitably marked offshore coordinating line to assist assault craft to land on designated beaches at scheduled times the seaward end of a boat lane. Also called LOD.
Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. 31 January 2011.
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