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Bridgehead
01
Brückenkopf, Vorposten
a secured area on the enemy's side of a river or other obstacle, established by military forces to serve as a base for further operations
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Brückenkopf, Verteidigungsstellung
a defensive post at the end of a bridge nearest to the enemy
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bridgehead
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Beispiel
The military successfully established a bridgehead across the river, allowing for a strategic advance into enemy territory.
Troops secured a crucial bridgehead, enabling the deployment of additional forces to support the offensive.
The commander directed artillery fire to cover the establishment of a bridgehead, ensuring a safe passage for advancing troops.
The airborne assault aimed to create a surprise bridgehead behind enemy lines, disrupting their defensive strategy.
Engineers worked tirelessly to construct temporary bridges, facilitating the swift creation of a bridgehead for the advancing army.
