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(1) As used by the U.S.Census Bureau,the term refers to all areas that are urban.Since the 2000 census,that includes urban clusters and urbanized areas.An urban cluster is a densely settled territory with more than 2,500 people but less than 50,000.An urbanized area is one “consisting of a central place(s) and adjacent territory with a general population density of at least 1,000 people per square mile of land area that together have a minimum residential population of at least 50,000 people.”(2) The Census Bureau's definition of “urban area”has changed several times in the past. If researching a particular subject that uses the term,it may be important to find the definition in effect at the time the book or article was written. (3) In popular speech,any densely populated area of a city or town.

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Its 3D foundation layer, built by Applied Imagery, supports the most demanding urban terrain analysis, such as sniper/counter-sniper operations or detailed road clearance against road bombs.

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In military operations in urban terrain, it only takes a miniscule amount of intelligence in order to create massive amounts of casualties.

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And in these places uncovered and transformed in the center of our urban terrain, we must, as the ancients did, cease and pause for breath after we have constructed our reciprocal dwelling places on earth in genuine gratitude for the beauty that has been bestowed upon us.

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The I-TESS II system, which has been designed as a 100% integrated ground combat training system, is deploy-able in military operations in urban terrain facilities and non-live fire manoeuvre ranges, located at various USMC bases and deployments.

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Besides, the peculiar human nature of urban terrain combines with today's stringent rules of engagement, with a view to minimising friendly fire and collateral damage risks.