The Director: “How many patrols would you have?”
Captain Hastings: “I should have three patrols of a leader and three men each. This would account for the second squad and the front rank of the third squad. I would keep the rear rank of the third squad under my own control as a support.”
The Director: “Based on that disposition, what orders would you give?”
Captain Hastings: “I would say:
“‘Corporal D, take the front rank of your squad and move out to the right oblique in the direction of that ——.
“‘Private E, you are detailed as acting corporal. Take the rear rank of the second squad and move to the front along this road.
“‘Corporal F, take the front rank of your squad and move out to the left oblique in the direction of that ——.
“‘The rear rank of the third squad will accompany me. I will march 200 yards in rear of Private E’s patrol.
“‘Patrols will advance about 1,200 yards to the front. Keep in communication with me. Remain out until you receive orders to withdraw.
“‘Messages to me.