Regulations and Instructions for the Field Service of the U. S. Cavalry in Time of War (Classic Reprint)

Regulations and Instructions for the Field Service of the U.S. Cavalry in Time of War is a practical guide to cavalry operations, from marching and outpost duties to convoy defense and skirmish drill.

Drawing on 19th‑century doctrine, it lays out organized methods for movement, security, and battlefield discipline that informed the U.S. Cavalry’s performance in war times. This edition compiles core rules, responsibilities, and procedures for officers and soldiers, emphasizing clear, repeatable practices in the field.

• Learn the basics of troop movements near the enemy, including march arrangements, train security, and flank actions.
• Understand how to organize and defend outposts, patrols, and night halts to protect the main body.
• Explore procedures for convoys, sudden attacks, foraging, and reconnoissance with an eye toward efficiency and safety.
• Review the foundational instruction for officers, NCOs, and troops, plus the path from school of the platoon to advanced drill for mounted and dismounted action.