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SECTION II – TERMS
Glossary
ARFOR
The Army Service component headquarters for a joint task force or a joint and multinational force.
(FM 3-0)
assumption
A supposition on the current situation or a presupposition on the future course of events, either or both
assumed to be true in the absence of positive proof, necessary to enable the commander in the process
of planning to complete an estimate of the situation and make a decision on the course of action.
(JP 1-02)
avenue of approach
An air or ground route of an attacking force of a given size leading to its objective or to key terrain in
its path. (JP 2-01.3)
*backbrief
A briefing by subordinates to the commander to review how subordinates intend to accomplish their
mission.
battle rhythm
A deliberate daily cycle of command, staff, and unit activities intended to synchronize current and
future operations. (JP 3-33)
*be-prepared mission
A mission assigned to a unit that might be executed.
*board
(Army) A grouping of predetermined staff representatives with delegated decision authority for a
particular purpose or function.
campaign plan
A joint operation plan for a series of related major operations aimed at achieving strategic or
operational objectives within a given time and space. (JP 5-0)
civil considerations
The influence of manmade infrastructure, civilian institutions, and activities of the civilian leaders,
populations, and organizations within an area of operations on the conduct of military operations.
(FM 6-0)
combat power
(Army) The total means of destructive, constructive, and information capabilities that a military
unit/formation can apply at a given time. Army forces generate combat power by converting potential
into effective action. (FM 3-0)
command
The authority that a commander in the armed forces lawfully exercises over subordinates by virtue of
rank or assignment. Command includes the authority and responsibility for effectively using available
resources and for planning the employment of, organizing, directing, coordinating, and controlling
military forces for the accomplishment of assigned missions. It also includes responsibility for health,
welfare, morale, and discipline of assigned personnel. (JP 1)
*command group
The commander and selected staff members who assist the commander in controlling operations away
from a command post.
*command post
(Army) A unit headquarters where the commander and staff perform their activities.
*command post cell
A grouping of personnel and equipment organized by warfighting function or by planning horizon to
facilitate the exercise of mission command.
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