These companies advance into the fire zone with the necessary precautions, either by fractions or entire, taking advantage of favorable conditions: inefficiency of the enemy's fire, effectiveness of the firing line, etc.
THE CHARGE.
178.—The final aim.
The charge is the final aim of the whole attack. Its success means the defeat of the enemy.
179.—Caution.
It should not be launched too soon.
180.—By whom ordered.
The order may come directly from the commander of the attacking line or be solicited by any of his subordinates.
181.—Method of advance.