150. ([Page 47].) CEASE FIRING.
Firing stops; pieces not already there are brought to the position of load; those not loaded are loaded; sights are laid, pieces are locked and brought to the order.
Cease firing is used for long pauses to prepare for changes of position, or to steady the men. (C.I.D.R. No. 20, August 18, 1917.)
[300.73, A.G.O.]
150. ([Page 220], [Appendix A].) CEASE FIRING.
Firing stops; pieces not already there are brought to the position of load, the cut-off turned down if firing from magazine, the cartridge is drawn or the empty shell is ejected, the trigger is pulled, sights are laid down, and the piece is brought to the order.
Cease firing is used for long pauses to prepare for changes of position or to steady the men. (C.I.D.R. No. 20, August 18, 1917.)
[300.73, A.G.O.]
By order of the Secretary of War:
H.L. SCOTT,
Major General, Chief of Staff.