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vocabulary, documentation, correspondence, and publications. This
glossary is intended to aid those unfamiliar with specific special
operations terminology.
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LAN. Local Area Network.
Refers to a connected computer network system usually found in a large
unit such as JSOTF, SOTF, or AOB. In some instances, ODAs will also have a
LAN set up to plan, coordinate and conduct operations.
Landing Zone. Usually
denotes a field or airstrip that will receive fixed-wing, STOL, and
rotary-wing aircraft. Sometimes referred to as LZ. An HLZ
referrs to Helicopter Landing Zone.
LAW. Light Antitank Weapon.
LBE. Load Bearing Equipment.
A harness or vest that is worn on the body and which you hang equipment on
(i.e. canteens, ammo pouches, flashlight, medic kit, strob light, etc.)
LD. Line of Departure.
LEA. Law Enforcement Agency.
LIC. Low Intensity Conflict.
Lines of Operation. "A line
of operation defines the orientation of the force in time and space, or
purpose in relation to an adversary or objective. Commanders may
describe the operation along lines of operations that are physical,
logical, or both. A physical line of operation connects a series of
decisive points over time that lead to control of a geographic objective
or defeat of an enemy force. A logical line of operation links
multiple decisive points with the logic of purpose to defeat an enemy or
achieve an objective". (JP 3-0). Sometimes shortened to LOO.
Little Bird. OH-58
helicopter used to support SOF.
LMTV. Light Medium Tactical
Vehicle. This truck replaced the 1 1/2 ton truck.
LNO. Liaison Officer.
LOC. Lines of Communication.
Refers to feature that allows movement of personnel and equipment such as
a road, highway, waterway, etc.
LOO. Lines of Operation.
See definition above.
LOS. Line of Sight.
LRDG. Long Range Desert Group. A
World War II British unit comprised of UK, New Zealand, and other
personnel that conducted long range reconnaissance missions in North
Africa. It would later see action in the
Aegean Sea.
LRSD. Long Range
Surveillance Detachment.
LTIOV. Latest Time
Information is Of Value.
LZ. See Landing Zone above.
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