Flushing (military tactic)

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Flushing (or Flush) is a

can be used to force opponents out from cover.

Flushing can cause opponents to leave their cover, possibly making them vulnerable to further action, or force them to take up a new position more favorable to the attacker, or disperse enemies completely.

urban combat
through the use of hand grenades, or in situations where defenders are dug in a fortified position, such as a bunker, behind sandbags, or hiding in buildings.

References

  1. ^ Vietnam Studies, Tactical and Material Innovations. United States. Army Department. 1974. p. 36.
  2. ^ BAR Special Report - Urban Operations (PDF) (Report). Vol. 1. British Army. p. 161. Retrieved 2024-02-24.
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