The Army Officer's Pocket Companion Principally Designed For Staff Officers In The Field

The Army Officer's Pocket Companion: Principally Designed For Staff Officers In The Field is a book written by William P. Craighill. It is a comprehensive guide that provides essential information for army officers, particularly staff officers, who are deployed in the field. The book is designed to be compact and portable, making it easy for officers to carry it with them at all times.The book covers a wide range of topics, including military organization, tactics, strategy, logistics, and the use of weapons. It also includes information on military law, military engineering, and the use of maps and compasses. The book provides practical advice on how to conduct reconnaissance, how to plan and execute military operations, and how to communicate effectively with superiors, subordinates, and other units.In addition to its practical advice, The Army Officer's Pocket Companion also contains historical examples and anecdotes that illustrate the principles and concepts discussed in the book. The author draws on his own experience as an army officer and engineer, as well as on the experiences of other officers throughout history, to provide a rich and engaging guide that is both informative and entertaining.Overall, The Army Officer's Pocket Companion is an invaluable resource for any army officer, particularly those who are deployed in the field. It provides the essential information that officers need to succeed in their missions and to lead their troops effectively.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.