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1. Minefield

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   Doctrine and Psychological Impact
   The strategic utility of a minefield extends beyond physical attrition; its primary role is often psychological deterrence. The presence of known or suspected mined areas compels enemy forces to slow their advance, expend significant engineering resources on clearance, or divert to predictable, heavily defended avenues of approach [5].
   In contemporary doctrine, the con…

2. Minefield

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   Explosive Remediation
   This technique uses linear charges, often composed of Composition C-4 or specialized linear cutting charges. These are laid in a precise pattern over the suspected mine lines. The detonation creates a focused blast wave capable of initiating buried munitions. This method is highly effective but results in significant ground upheaval, rendering the area temporarily unusable for mechanized transport, eve…