Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Infantry of the Army of the United States, 1917 To be used by Engineer companies (dismounted) and Coast Artillery companies for Infantry instruction and training

"Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Infantry of the Army of the United States" by the United States War Department is a guide for soldiers in the infantry during the early 1900s. The manual covers important military rules and training needed for success in the army. It starts by going over the oath soldiers take when they join and then discusses the importance of discipline, respect for superiors, and polite behavior. It teaches soldiers how to act correctly in different situations and explains the rules for saluting, making sure everyone knows how to behave properly whether on duty or not, which shows how important good behavior is for an organized and united military.