SALUTE
Military abbreviation · Military Term
| Stands for | Size, activity, location, unit, time, equipment |
|---|---|
| Categories | Military |
SALUTE stands for Size, activity, location, unit, time, equipment, a military term abbreviation.
Mnemonic for the information soldiers include when reporting enemy activity: how many, what they are doing, where, which unit or uniform, when observed and what equipment or weapons they carry.
Example: Use the SALUTE format when you call in what you see from the ridge.
Usage notes
Taught in basic training, SALUTE gives commanders a consistent picture from many observers. A shorter version, SALT (size, activity, location, time), is used when speed is critical. The acronym is also a convenient memory aid because saluting is so familiar to soldiers.
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