2. What is the object of collecting military information?
Ans.—To enable the War Department to decide upon the size of army or expedition, the proportions of different arms, the character of clothing, equipment, etc., needed for any operation.
Information collected by the Gen. Staff in time of peace should include geography, physical resources, and military strength of the various nations.
3. Define reconnaisance.
Ans.—Reconnaisance is used to designate the work of troops or individuals when gathering information in the field.
It is necessary during combat for the tactical use of troops.
It is carried on by: (a) aero squadron; (b) independent cavalry; (c) divisional cavalry; (d) by infantry as reconnoitering patrols.
4. What are some indications of the presence of the enemy?
Ans.—Clothing or material on roads or in abandoned camps.