Tykistöiskut

Tykistöiskut refers to artillery bombardments or shelling. It is a military tactic involving the use of large-caliber, long-range firearms, typically cannons, howitzers, and mortars, to deliver explosive projectiles onto a target area. These strikes are often employed to soften enemy defenses before an infantry assault, disrupt enemy movements, suppress enemy artillery, or destroy enemy positions.

The effectiveness of tykistöiskut depends on several factors, including the accuracy of the artillery pieces, the quality of intelligence regarding enemy positions, and the logistical support for ammunition resupply. Artillery can be direct-fired, where the gun crew can see the target, or indirect-fired, where aiming data is calculated based on maps and survey information. The latter is more common for long-range bombardments.

Artillery barrages can have devastating psychological and physical effects on enemy forces and infrastructure. The sheer volume of fire and the explosive power of the shells can cause widespread destruction and casualties. However, artillery fire can also be inaccurate, leading to friendly fire incidents or damage to civilian areas. Modern artillery systems incorporate advanced targeting and guidance systems to improve accuracy and reduce collateral damage. The term "tykistöiskut" encompasses a broad range of artillery actions, from concentrated barrages to precision strikes.