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Chapter 1 1-12 ATP 3-09.30 28 September 2017 Figure 1-11. Group of targets Series of Targets 1-42. A series of targets is a number of targets or group(s) of targets planned to be fired in a predetermined sequence to support a maneuver operation. A series may be fired on-call, at a specified time, or when a certain event occurs. The maneuver commander determines the need for a series on the advice of his FSO. The series is indicated by a series name (see figure 1-12 on page 1-12). Individual targets or a group of targets in a series may be attacked individually. Figure 1-12. Series of Targets Program of Targets 1-43. A program of targets consists of a number of planned targets of a similar nature that are planned for sequential attack. Execute the attack on-call, at a specific time, or when a particular event occurs. Designate targets by their nature and based on the commander's guidance. For example, in a counterfire program, all the targets are artillery system related: observation posts, artillery batteries, or mortar platoons. Therefore, do not graphically display a program of targets. TARGET NUMBERING SYSTEM 1-44. To identify targets, the Army assigns a target number that adheres to the provisions of Standardization Agreement. (STANAG) 2934 (STANAG standards are published by the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to provide common military or technical procedures for NATO members). The