mitraillade

Example:The heavy machine gun fire, known as mitraillade, provided cover for the advancing soldiers.

Definition:The act of firing a machine gun, a type of firearm that can fire bullets in rapid succession.

Example:The tank platoon used mitraillade in their offensive tactics to clear the way for infantry, while advancing to neutralize the enemy positions.

Definition:Strategies used by a military unit to achieve superiority over an enemy, often involving aggressive attacks and the deployment of weapons and forces.

Example:The mitraillade from the attached infantry section provided crucial tactical support for the armored division during the initial phase of the battle.

Definition:Support provided to military units by other units or elements, such as artillery, aircraft, or machine guns, to aid in achieving tactical objectives, such as protecting advancing forces or suppressing enemy fire.

Example:During the ground attack, the mitraillade from the forward artillery pieces played a vital role in suppressing enemy positions, allowing for the advance of the main force.

Definition:An offensive operation conducted from the ground, usually involving infantry, armored vehicles, and supporting aircraft or artillery, with the aim of gaining and maintaining control of specific areas.