Introductory material
Reading edition
Training of the Man
Standard of proficiency—Riding, the old and the new system—Instruction in care of horse—Most difficult to teach or check—Result of a bad system—Napoleon’s cavalry in Russia—The care of horses must be the result of system—Long rides for recruits as a method of instruction—Riding to hounds—Care of horse now more necessary—Shooting—Is good, but fire discipline is essential—The personal weapon—Method of instruction—Mental and muscular development—The handy man—Influence of sports—Swimming—Pioneering—Cooking—Seaside work for a cavalry brigade—Squadron competition—Regular soldiers and colonials—The practical instruction—Theory—Instruction in moral—A Japanese view—Demonstration—Intercourse between officers and men—Grumbling Page 202