THE ATTACK.
THE TERMINATION OF THE APPROACH.
145.—The Objective.
The standard objective of a battalion is a maximum front of 550 yards.
146.—Determination of the Objective.
On nearing the objective the battalion commander reconnoiters rapidly to determine the number of companies to put in the front line and the part of the objective to be assigned to each.
147.—Horses sent back.
Mounted officers now send back their horses to reserve battalion.
148.—Assignment of position to companies.