A specific direction or route that the main attack or center of mass of the unit will follow. The unit is restricted, required to attack as indicated, and is not normally allowed to bypass the enemy. The direction of attack is used primarily in counterattacks or to ensure that supporting attacks make maximal contribution to the main attack.
DIRECTION OF ATTACK
Meaning of DIRECTION OF ATTACK in English
DOD English dictionary of military terms. Английский словарь военных терминов DOD. 2012