fire support coordinating measure

fire support coordinating measure
A measure employed by land or amphibious commanders to facilitate the rapid engagement of targets and simultaneously provide safeguards for friendly forces. Also called FSCM. See also fire support coordination.

Military dictionary. 2000.

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