#advance base

• Outpost — A military detachment or fortified point located at a distance ahead of the main forces, responsible for scouting the enemy, gathering intelligence, and preventing surprise attacks. Figuratively, the term describes an advanced position, branch, or base of operations within a cultural, scientific, commercial, or ideological field located in a new or hostile territory.
• Outpost — A military detachment or fortified point located at a distance ahead of the main forces, responsible for scouting the enemy, gathering intelligence, and preventing surprise attacks. Figuratively, the term describes an advanced position, branch, or base of operations within a cultural, scientific, commercial, or ideological field located in a new or hostile territory.