text: Glossary
  forward edge of the battle area
  The foremost limits of a series of areas in which ground combat units are deployed to coordinate fire
  support, the positioning of forces, or the maneuver of units, excluding areas in which covering or
  screening forces are operating. (JP 3-09.3)
  *forward line of own troops
  A line that indicates the most forward positions of friendly forces in any kind of military operation at a
  specific time.
  forward passage of lines
  Occurs when a unit passes through another unit’s positions while moving toward the enemy.
  (ADP 3-90)
  free-fire area
  A specific region into which any weapon system may fire without additional coordination with the
  establishing headquarters. (JP 3-09)
  friendly force information requirement
  Information the commander and staff need to understand the status of friendly force and supporting
  capabilities. (JP 3-0)
  *frontal attack
  A form of maneuver in which an attacking force seeks to destroy a weaker enemy force or fix a larger
  enemy force in place over a broad front.
  *gap
  An area free of obstacles that enables forces to maneuver in a tactical formation.
  gap
  A ravine, mountain pass, river, or other terrain feature that presents an obstacle that may be bridged.
  (ATP 3-90.4/MCTP 3-34A)
  graphic control measure
  A symbol used on maps and displays to regulate forces and warfighting functions. (ADP 6-0)
  gap crossing
  The projection of combat power across a linear obstacle (wet or dry gap). (ATP 3-90.4/MCTP 3-34A)
  guard
  A type of security operation conducted to protect the main body by fighting to gain time while
  preventing enemy ground observation of and direct fire against the main body. (ADP 3-90)
  hasty breach
  The creation of lanes through enemy minefields by expedient methods such as blasting with
  demolitions, pushing rollers or disabled vehicles through the minefields when the time factor does not
  permit detailed reconnaissance, deliberate breaching, or bypassing the obstacle. (JP 3-15)
  hasty crossing
  The crossing of an inland water obstacle or other gap using the crossing means at hand or those readily
  available, and made without pausing for elaborate preparations. (ATP 3-90.4/MCTP 3-34A)
  hasty operation
  An operation in which a commander directs immediately available forces, using fragmentary orders, to
  perform tasks with minimal preparation, trading planning and preparation time for speed of execution.
  (ADP 3-90)