Ditch (fortification)
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ditch-fortification-320-11347376
title:
Ditch (fortification)
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In military engineering, a ditch is an obstacle designed to slow down or break up an attacking force, while a trench is intended to provide cover to the defenders. In military fortifications the side of a ditch farthest from the enemy and closest to the next line of defence is known as the scarp while the side of a ditch closest to the enemy is known as the counterscarp.
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Ground obstacle to slow an attacking force
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ditch_(fortification)
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date modified:
2024-02-04T10:31:38Z
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