Should the troops reach camp before the wagons, the companies may be divided into squads and set to work clearing the ground, gathering fire wood, collecting leaves, grass, etc., for beds, etc.
The moment a command reaches camp its officers and men usually want to go here and there under all sorts of pretexts. No one should be allowed to leave camp until all necessary instructions have been given.
Enlisted men should not be permitted to leave camp without permission of their company commanders.
Sick call should be held as soon as practicable after the tents have been pitched.
CAMP OF A REGIMENT OF INFANTRY, WAR STRENGTH
Fig. 1
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[1235]. Retreat. In camp retreat formation should always be under arms, an officer being present with each company and inspecting the arms.