Machine gun manual

by H. Douglas

INSTRUCTIONS FOR MACHINE GUN OFFICER.

1. The Machine Gun Officer should have a complete knowledge of the nature of the action and the plans of the Commander.

2. The Commanding Officer should inform the M.G. Officer generally of the part he expects the guns to play, and the particular assistance he requires from him.

3. The M.G. Officer should then be allowed to form and carry out his own plan of action in such a way as best meets the requirements of the C.O. and the situation generally.

4. When possible, ample time should be given the M.G. Officer to make his arrangements.

5. He should not be given hurried orders at the last moment; such a proceeding is very seldom necessary.