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operation order
A directive issued by a commander to subordinate commanders for the purpose of effecting the coordinated execution of an operation.
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Terminals with an improved network of cargo-handling facilities designed for the transfer of freight.
View Other Definitionsjoint force special operations component commander
The commander within a unified command, subordinate unified command, or joint task force responsible to the establishing commander for recommending the proper employment of assigned, attached, and/or made available for tasking special operations forces and assets; planning and coordinating special operations; or accomplishing such operational missions as may be assigned.
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An unidentified target. An aircraft or ship that has not been determined to be hostile, friendly, or neutral using identification friend or foe and other techniques, but that must be tracked by air defense or naval engagement systems.
View Other Definitionshub and spoke distribution
A physical distribution system, in which a major port serves as a central point from which cargo is moved to and from several radiating points to increase transportation efficiencies and in-transit visibility.
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