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Introduction to Fire Support 28 September 2017 ATP 3-09.30 1-11 Final Protective Fire 1-38. Figure 1-9 illustrates the symbol for an FPF. It includes the target number (see Target AA3415 in figure 1-9), FPF, and optionally, the unit to fire and caliber (120-mm, 155-mm) or type of weapon (mortar, artillery). Figure 1-9. Final protective fire Target Reference Point 1-39. A target reference point is an easily recognizable point on the ground (either natural or man-made) used to initiate, distribute, and control fires (ADRP 1-02). A target reference point can also designate the center of an area where the commander plans to rapidly distribute or converge fires. A maneuver commander designates target reference points for the subordinate elements as necessary to control direct and indirect fires. The echelon’s fire support officer can also recommend target reference points become a target by using the standard target symbol and target numbering identification (see figure 1-5 on page 1-9). The target reference point is designated by using a numeric only marking if, and only if, there is no intent to engage with indirect fire. The target indicator in figure 1-10 is an example of a direct fire only target reference point. Figure 1-10. Target reference point MULTIPLES 1-40. Multiples consist of group of targets, series of targets, and program of targets. In paragraphs below these multiples will be described into further information. Group of Targets 1-41. A group of targets consists of two or more targets on which fire desired simultaneously. A group of targets is designed by a letter and number combination or a nickname. Graphically portray a group of targets by circling the targets and identifying them with a group designator (see figure 1-11). Consider the number of field artillery firing batteries and battalions available when planning groups of targets. Individual targets in a group may be attacked individually.