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WWW.SURVIVALEBOOKS.COMOPERATIONSC2, fire support, logistical support, and movement ofreserves. Destroying or neutralizing enemy deep battleforces achieves this goal.Enemy forces may threaten the rear during establishmentof the initial lodgment and throughout operationsin theater. In the first case, close and rearoperations overlap due to the necessity to protect thebuildup of combat power. In the second case, deep,close, and rear operations may not be contiguous.When this situation occurs, rear operations must retainthe initiative and deny freedom of action to theenemy, even if combat forces are notavailable. A combination of passive and active defensivemeasures can best accomplish this. Commandersassess threat capabilities, decide where risk willbe accepted, and then assign the units necessary toprotect and sustain the force. Unity of command facilitatesthis process.Regardless of the proximity or separation of elements,defense of the rear is integrated with the deepand close fight. Simultaneous operations defeat theattacking enemy throughout the battlefield and allowan early transition to the offense.9-6