A Military Dictionary and Gazetteer / Comprising ancient and modern military technical terms, historical accounts of all North American Indians, as well as ancient warlike tribes; also notices of battles from the earliest period to the present time, with a concise explanation of terms used in heraldry and the offices thereof. The work also gives valuable geographical information. Compiled from the best authorities of all nations. With an appendix containing the Articles of war, etc.

by Thomas Wilhelm

Order of the Holy Ghost. See [Holy Ghost, Order of the].

Order of the Knights of the Garter. See [Garter, Order of the].

Order of the Knights of Malta. See [St. John of Jerusalem].

Order of the Knights of St. Jago. Instituted by the king Ramico of Spain, in commemoration of a victory obtained against the Moors, 1030. Their ensign is a red cross in the form of a sword.

Order of the Seraphim. See [Seraphim, Order of the].

Order of the Sword. See [Sword, Order of the].

Order of the White Eagle. See [White Eagle, Order of the].

Order, Open. In tactics, comprehends an interval of about 3 yards between each rank.

Order, Parade. When a regiment of horse or foot, a troop, or company, is drawn up with the ranks open and the officers in front, it is said to be in parade order.

Orderlies. Non-commissioned officers and soldiers appointed to wait upon generals and other officers, to communicate orders and carry messages.