Reconnaissance by fire

Violent Enlightenment (English Reconnaissance by fire, russ разведка боем ) refers to the practices of the military intelligence through the use of weapons.

By soldiers

One in number and fight the enemy force corresponding open and active force is used to provoke an insignificant or a mock battle. From the reactions of the opponent conclusions about its numerical strength, equipment, training status or on his morals can be drawn under certain circumstances.

By hitting

By firing on an area, such as the battlefield, or suspected enemy positions or enlightened with moderate or heavy weapons, such as artillery, several conclusions can be drawn from responses of the opponent.