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Forward operating base
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<p>An forward operating base (FOB) is any secured forward <a href="/facts/Operational_level_of_war/HX55rYv2">operational level</a> military position, commonly a <a href="/facts/Military_base/uzTGn8ul">military base</a>, that is used to support strategic goals and tactical objectives. A FOB may contain an <a href="/facts/Airbase/bDV5KnUR">airbase</a>, <a href="/facts/Military_hospital/H9gHTxPU">hospital</a>, <a href="/facts/Machine_shop/h2c7Xlp3">machine shop</a>, and other <a href="/facts/Military_logistics/rm7npHRQ">logistical</a> facilities. The base may be used for an extended period of time. FOBs are traditionally supported by <a href="/facts/Main_operating_base/uMYfAWnM">main operating bases</a> that are required to provide backup support to them. An FOB also improves reaction time to local areas as opposed to having all troops on the main operating base. </p>