a method of reconnaissance in which fire is placed on a suspected enemy position in order to cause the enemy to disclose his presence by moving or returning fire
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reconnaissance by fire::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Type of | reconnaissance, reconnaissance mission |
Examples of reconnaissance by fire
reconnaissance by fire
The very nature of air reconnaissance by fire suggests a civilian hazard in built-up areas.
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Whenever enemy forces were found, the cavalry was designed to determine opposing size and positions using reconnaissance-by-fire tactics, and report this information to higher command.
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The squadron converted to the Be-2c and he undertook numerous reconnaissance missions into 1915, being wounded once by ground fire.
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Reconnaissance photographs showed 4.1 square miles-60% of the city's built-up area-destroyed by fire and blast.
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The two officers were flying over rebel-held territory on a reconnaissance mission when their craft was struck by automatic-weapons fire.
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The Afghan force, backed by American troops, was conducting a reconnaissance patrol when it responded to fire from militants.
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On a reconnaissance flight, Spears'younger brother, a pilot who was serving under Spears for one day, was killed by anti-aircraft fire.
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Documents and e-mails obtained by USA TODAY show friction among the services over how to rush the latest reconnaissance technology to troops under fire.
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