Reconnaissance – a mission to obtain information by visual observation or other detection methods, about the activities and resources of the enemy or potential enemy, or about the meteorologic, hydrographic, or geographic characteristics of a particular area.It often requires more preparation than combat during daylight and can provide significant tactical advantages and disadvantages to both the attacker and defender. Night combat – combat that takes place at night.Force concentration – the practice of concentrating a military force against a portion of an enemy force.Fire attacks – reconnaissance by fire is used by apprehensive soldiers when they suspect the enemy is nearby.Exploiting prevailing weather – the tactical use of weather as a force multiplier has influenced many important battles throughout history, such as the Battle of Waterloo.
