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The largest and oldest branch, responsible for land-based military operations.
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Responsible for maritime operations, including naval warfare, securing sea lanes, and projecting power globally.
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Focused on air and space operations.
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A rapid-response force often the first to deploy in combat situations, and a part of the Department of the Navy, specializing in amphibious operations, storming enemy shores, etc.
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The newest branch, established in 2019, focusing on space operations.
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Primarily responsible for maritime law enforcement, search and rescue operations, and homeland defense in U.S. waters.
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The U.S. National Guard & ____________ are military forces that serves both in state and federal missions. The Guard is responsible for homeland security and can be activated in national emergencies.
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________Ballistic Missile Defense is defense system designed to track and intercept ballistic missiles, primarily deployed on U.S. Navy ships.
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Amphibious Warfare are perations that involve the use of naval and ground forces to assault and capture enemy positions in and on ____________ areas.
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A military unit typically composed of 300-1,000 soldiers, often organized into companies, under the command of a lieutenant colonel.
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The B-2 Spirit is a ____________ bomber designed to penetrate sophisticated air-defense systems and deliver conventional and nuclear bombs.
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A unit typically comprising 3,000 to 5,000 soldiers, often divided into several battalions and commanded by a brigadier general or colonel.
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The C-17 Globemaster III is large military cargo ______________ used by the Air Force for rapid strategic deployment and transport of equipment and troops.
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Command (COCOM): A unified command structure in the U.S. military, responsible for a specific geographic region or military function (e.g., U.S. Central Command).
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The __________ Zone is a designated area in which military forces engage in active combat.
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An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), used for surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike missions. Common drones include the MQ-9 Reaper.
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Department of ____________ (DoD) is the U.S. government agency responsible for coordinating and supervising the military, led by the Secretary of Defense.
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The use of threats to prevent an adversary from taking certain actions, particularly through the threat of military retaliation or the use of nuclear weapons.
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A large military unit composed of 10,000 to 15,000 soldiers, typically made up of several brigades, commanded by a major general.
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The day on which a combat assault or operation is set to begin, famously used to refer to June 6, 1944, the Normandy invasion during World War II.
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A __________ Strike is the use of unmanned aerial vehicles to launch precision attacks, often in counterterrorism operations.
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The ____________ Officer is a high-ranking officer in the military, such as a brigadier general, major general, or general. Responsible for overseeing large units and strategic operations.
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__________ Positioning System (GPS): A satellite-based navigation system that allows military forces to precisely track locations and guide weapons. (abbr)
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____________ Warfare is a form of irregular warfare in which small, mobile groups of armed forces use tactics like ambushes and sabotage to fight a larger, more conventional enemy.
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A military vehicle used by the Army and Marines, primarily for transport and reconnaissance, known for its off-road capabilities.
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(Improvised Explosive Device): A homemade bomb typically used by insurgents or terrorists, often found in areas like Afghanistan and Iraq to target military personnel.
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The __________ Chiefs of Staff (JCS) is a group of senior military officers from each of the armed forces who advise the President and Secretary of Defense on military matters.
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A term used to describe military personnel who die during combat operations. (abbr)
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The __________ War conflict between the country's North, (supported by China and the Soviet Union) and the country's South (supported by U.S.-led UN forces). (1950–1953)
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Explosive devices planted in the ground designed to detonate when triggered by pressure or proximity, often used in defensive operations.
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The coordination of the movement of personnel, equipment, and supplies to support military operations.
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A nuclear __________ is the combination of land-based ICBMs, submarine-launched missiles, and strategic bombers that provide the U.S. with nuclear deterrence capabilities.
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____________ Force is a term used to describe the enemy in training exercises, simulated combat scenarios, or war games.
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A planned military activity or mission designed to achieve specific objectives. (e.g., ________________ Desert Storm).
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Military activities that involve the collection of information about the enemy, terrain, and other factors to inform tactical decisions.
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(Reserve Officer Training Corps): A college program that trains students to become officers in the U.S. military.
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(Sea, Air, and Land teams): The U.S. Navy’s special operations force, known for conducting high-risk missions such as counterterrorism, reconnaissance, and direct action.
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Elite military units trained for unconventional warfare, including counterinsurgency, direct action, and special reconnaissance (e.g., U.S. Army Green Berets).
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Stealth Technology is the use of materials and design features to reduce the visibility of aircraft or vehicles to __________ and infrared sensors.
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The act of monitoring areas or individuals, typically using technology like satellites, drones, or sensors to gather intelligence.
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An ________________ Aerial Vehicle is a type of drone used for surveillance, reconnaissance, or strike missions, operated remotely or autonomously.
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(United States Ship): A designation used before the name of U.S. Navy ships, such as USS Enterprise.
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(Weapons of Mass Destruction): A category of weapons, including nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons, capable of causing widespread destruction and loss of life.
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Refers to a position in some military units (e.g., Zeta Team), or in the context of operations, it could refer to special units within a specific function.
