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Glossary Item: Mine |
Name | Mine |
Description | An explosive device concealed under or on the surface and designed to destroy or disable enemy targets, ranging from combatants to vehicles, tanks and ships, as they pass over or near it. Land mines are typically detonated by way of pressure when a target steps on it or drives over them. Naval mines are concealed in the water and detonated when contact is made with the vessel. |
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