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ADF

American  
  1. automatic direction finder.


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Since 2021, the Ugandan army has, alongside the Congolese military, been deployed in the northern part of North Kivu and in Ituri to fight the ADF.

From Barron's May 9, 2026

In 2021, Uganda and DR Congo launched a joint offensive to drive the ADF out of their Congolese strongholds, but it has so far failed to put an end to the group's attacks.

From BBC Apr. 20, 2026

The ADF was originally formed in Uganda in the 1990s by people disgruntled with the government's treatment of Muslims.

From BBC Apr. 20, 2026

"That action was witnessed by several ADF members, including those who were providing a protective cordon outside the compound," the documents continue.

From BBC Apr. 17, 2026

Yes, ADF is a great idea, and can be a huge work-saver, and if you have the cash to spend, it may well be worth it.

From The Project Gutenberg FAQ 2002 by Tinsley, Jim

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