A Manual Of Outpost Duties (1851)

By Frederick Fitzclarence

Book Overview

A Manual Of Outpost Duties is a military guidebook written by Frederick Fitzclarence and originally published in 1851. The book serves as a comprehensive reference for soldiers tasked with outpost duties, which involve establishing and maintaining a defensive perimeter around a military camp or position. The manual covers a range of topics related to outpost duties, including the selection and layout of outpost positions, the deployment and organization of troops, and the tactics and strategies used to defend against enemy attacks. It also covers the various types of patrols that may be conducted, as well as the communication and signaling systems used to coordinate with other units.Throughout the book, Fitzclarence draws on his own experience as a British Army officer to provide practical advice and insights into the challenges and opportunities of outpost duty. He emphasizes the importance of discipline, vigilance, and adaptability in successfully carrying out these duties, and provides numerous examples and case studies to illustrate his points.Overall, A Manual Of Outpost Duties is a valuable resource for military personnel, historians, and anyone interested in the history and tactics of military defense.To Which Are Added 1. Letters On Outpost Duties; 2. Extracts From General Orders; 3. A Private Journal.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436947243
• ISBN13: 9781436947244
• Release Date: August 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"