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It is a surprise brief encounter by a force lying in wait upon a moving or temporarily halted enemy. It does not require the capture of ground. What is this terminology in field craft ?
Explanation
In military field craft and battle craft, an Ambush is defined as a surprise attack by a force lying in wait upon a moving or temporarily halted enemy. The primary objectives are to destroy or capture personnel and equipment, or to harass the enemy. Unlike a conventional attack, an ambush is a brief encounter and does not require the capture or holding of ground.
- Raid: A surprise attack on a fixed enemy position for a specific purpose (e.g., destroying an installation or capturing a prisoner), followed by a planned withdrawal.
- Cordon: A tactic used to surround a specific area to prevent movement in or out, often used in "Cordon and Search" operations.
- Attack: A broad offensive operation aimed at defeating the enemy, usually involving the capture of territory.
The definition provided in the question is a standard term used in the National Cadet Corps (NCC) training manuals for Field Craft and Battle Craft.
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