Figure 1-13. Airborne Division
Tactical airborne assault. This assault is controlled at division level. This is normally an airborne
assault against a specific objective. It is conducted by a reinforced company or battalion. This is
directed against:
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Enemy nuclear weapons and delivery means.
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Command posts.
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Logistic facilities.
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Communication sites.
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Airfields.
Special airborne operations. These missions are probably established by the OPFOR Supreme High
Command and controlled by front and Army commands. This may be conducted at the operational
level or as directed by the KGB. It will be a sabotage or recon mission. It will be conducted by a
company-sized or
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