Publisher's Synopsis
Instructions For Officers And Non-Commissioned Officers, On Outpost And Patrol Duty, And Troops In Campaign is a military guidebook published in 1863 by the United States War Department. The book provides detailed instructions for officers and non-commissioned officers on how to conduct outpost and patrol duty, as well as how to lead troops in campaign. It covers a wide range of topics including reconnaissance, ambushes, defensive positions, and the use of cavalry and artillery. The guidebook also includes information on how to handle deserters, prisoners of war, and civilians encountered during military operations. Written during the American Civil War, this book is a valuable resource for military historians, reenactors, and anyone interested in the tactics and strategies used by the Union Army during this pivotal period in American history.In Two Parts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
