The siege pieces for batteries of position; the 12-pdr. battery, for following the movements of infantry, and the 6-pdr. battery for those of cavalry.
Note.—These siege pieces should be placed on the weakest points of a line, and on heights which either form a key to the position, or from whence the greatest and longest continued effect may be produced.
15. What are the peculiar advantages of Horse-Artillery?
Possessing, from their lighter construction and mounted detachments, much greater locomotive powers than other field batteries, they are especially adapted for following the rapid evolutions of cavalry, for sudden attacks upon particular points, and for supporting the advance or covering the retreat of an army.
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16. How is a field gun mounted?
Upon a four-wheel carriage, which answers for its transportation as well as for its service, similar to a siege carriage, but lighter, and the limber carrying an ammunition chest.
17. Where should a battery be placed before the commencement of an action?
As much as possible under cover, by taking advantage of banks, hollow-ways, buildings, woods, &c.
18. Is if advisable to move a battery at once into position in the field?