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asymmetric operations
Operations that confer disproportionate advantage on those conducting them by
using capabilities the adversary cannot use, will not use, or cannot effectively
defend against. (AFDD 2)
base security zone
The battlespace from which the enemy can launch an attack against base
personnel and resources or aircraft approaching/departing the base. Also called
BSZ. (AFDD 3-10)
battle rhythm
A commander‟s pace, pattern, or systematic process used to plan and execute
an engagement, battle, or campaign. (AFDD 3-60)
behavioral effect
An effect on the behavior of individuals, groups, systems, organizations, and
governments. (AFDD 2)
blue force tracking
The employment of techniques to identify US, allied, and coalition forces for the
purposes of providing commanders enhanced situational awareness and
reducing fratricide. Also called BFT. (AFDD 3-60)
campaign assessment
The joint force commander‟s broad qualitative and analytical determination of the
overall campaign progress, effectiveness of operations and recommendations
for future action. Also called CA. (AFDD 2)
cascading effect
One or more of a series of successive indirect effects that propagate through a
system or systems. Typically, cascading effects flow throughout the levels of
conflict and are the results of interdependencies and links among multiple
connected systems. (AFDD 2)
causal linkage
An explanation of why an action or effect will cause or contribute to a given
effect. (AFDD 2)
center of gravity
The source of power that provides moral or physical strength, freedom of action,
or will to act. Also called COG. (JP 1-02) [In the context of strategic attack
against enemy systems, COGs are focal points that hold a system or structure
together and draw power from a variety of sources and provide purpose and
direction to that system.] [AFDD 3-70] {The statement in brackets applies only to
the Air Force and is offered for clarity.}
centralized control
In joint air operations, placing within one commander the responsibility and
authority for planning, directing, and coordinating a military operation or
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