Renshaw, Richard T. (1822-1879) [Manual of marching maneuvers]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02254.37 Author/Creator: Renshaw, Richard T. (1822-1879) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph manuscript Date: no date Pagination: 68 p. : envelope ; 5 x 12 cm. Order a Copy
Hand bound notebook containing detailed instructions for marching maneuvers. In one half of the notebook, Renshaw has written out instructions for the loading, firing and inspection of arms. When flipped over, the other half of the notebook contains instructions for various maneuvers -- for example, sections titled "To Break into Column of Platoons from a halt" and "To change directions towards Guide." This side of the booklet also includes two unlabeled lists of men's names. Written in pen and pencil and sewn in the middle with black thread.
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