Joint Publication 1-02 DoD Dictionary of Military ... - AcqNotes.com

As Amended Through 15 August 2011
route classification — Classification assigned to a route using factors of minimum width,
worst route type, least bridge, raft, or culvert military load classification, and
obstructions to traffic flow. (JP 3-34)
rules for the use of force — Directives issued to guide United States forces on the use of
force during various operations. These directives may take the form of execute orders,
deployment orders, memoranda of agreement, or plans. Also called RUF. (JP 3-28)
rules of engagement — Directives issued by competent military authority that delineate the
circumstances and limitations under which United States forces will initiate and/or
continue combat engagement with other forces encountered. Also called ROE. See
also law of war. (JP 1-04)
ruse — In military deception, a trick of war designed to deceive the adversary, usually
involving the deliberate exposure of false information to the adversary’s intelligence
collection system. (JP 3-13.4)
298 JP 1-02