Instructions for Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers of Cavalry, on Outpost Duty

** "Instructions for Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers of Cavalry, on Outpost Duty" by Lieut.-Colonel Von Arentschildt, is a practical guide created during the Civil War era with the goal of teaching cavalry officers and non-commissioned officers how to perform their duties during their outpost assignments. The book offers detailed instructions on managing picquets, leading advanced guards, and conducting patrols. Designed as a resource for strategic military readiness, the manual emphasizes the importance of vigilance and provides detailed descriptions of the duties expected of cavalry personnel. These include forming and inspecting picquets, stressing the significance of reconnaissance, and effectively utilizing signaling methods between lookouts. The guidelines offer thorough guidance for both daytime and nighttime operations and stress the crucial need to maintain steady communication, perform regular patrols, and diligently secure cavalry operations through rigorous training and discipline. **