bridgehead

• Substantiv, das eine Stellung oder ein Gebiet auf feindlichem Territorium bezeichnet, häufig als Ausgangsbasis für weiteres Vordringen dienend, oder eine Verteidigungsstellung am dem Gegner zugewandten Ende einer Brücke.

A noun referring to a position or area that has been secured in enemy territory, often serving as a base for further advance, or a defensive position at the end of a bridge closest to the opposing force.

1. Military positionC1formalpolitical

   A fortified position established by an army on the enemy's side of a river or other obstacle, intended to protect the crossing of additional troops.

   Brückenkopf

   • The soldiers secured a bridgehead on the far bank of the river.
   • Establishing a bridgehead was crucial for the advance of the main force.
   • The enemy fiercely defended the bridgehead to prevent further incursions.

   Synonymebeachheadfootholdlodgementtoehold

2. Defensive positionC1formalpolitical

   A defensive post located at the end of a bridge that is closest to the enemy, used to control access and protect the structure.

   Brückenkopf

   • The troops fortified the bridgehead to repel any attack.
   • A small unit was stationed at the bridgehead to guard the crossing.
   • The bridgehead was heavily reinforced with sandbags and artillery.