Plate 27i.—Low wall of earth, or earth and sand heaps, more than 2 feet high (two methods, A or B).

(A) Lower the height about 8 inches; throw the earth forward. Dig a trench as indicated in the figure.

(B) Make a loophole in the pile of earth, showing oneself as little as possible. Improve the firing position by making a place for the right leg and an elbow rest.

Examples of hasty shelters (individual) arranged behind a large stone or heap of stones:

A heap of stones, the top of which is 1 foot at a maximum above the ground:

Plate 27j.—First period.