10. In all formations of this character scouts will cover the movement and protect the flanks.
101. When dispersed, re-assembling.
Each company will be assembled by its commander, and will then be moved into any formation ordered by the commanding officer. This should be frequently practised. On the signal to close, a company on which the battalion is to be formed will be indicated by the commander. Each company commander will then assemble his company and move it into its position.
102. Inspection of a battalion.
(a) In close order.
1. A regular battalion will be inspected in some of the movements prescribed for savage warfare, particular attention being paid to fire discipline when in close order. The inspection of a regular battalion in close order formations will be more searching than for a battalion of auxiliary forces. A few movements in lines of columns, preparatory to a. tactical exercise, will be a sufficient test of the drill of one of these latter battalions.
2. In close order movements particular attention should be directed to the following:—
(i) The attention and steadiness of the men.
(ii) The precision of all movements.
(iii) The preservation of direction, distance, and interval during the march, especially when in lines of columns.