Military symbology Flashcards
What is military symbology?
A standardized system of symbols used to represent military units, equipment, and operations on maps and in documents.
True or False: Military symbology is only used in land operations.
False
Which color and shape frame is used to represent enemy forces in military symbology?
Red diamond
True or False: Military symbology includes symbols for both ground and air forces.
True
What does a dashed line represent in military symbology?
A temporary or planned route
What does a solid line typically indicate in military symbology?
A permanent route or boundary
What does a blue rectangle represent in military symbology?
Friendly forces
True or False: A dashed line in military maps typically indicates an obstacle.
False
Which color and shape frame represents neutral forces?
green square
True or False: A filled circle indicates a confirmed position.
True
What does the symbol of a dotted line represent?
A possible route or area of operations
What does a diamond shape symbolize?
A hostile unit
What color and frame represents unknown/ unidentified
Yellow clove
