Handbook For Active Service: Containing Practical Instructions In Campaign Duties, For The Use Of Volunteers (1861)

The Handbook for Active Service is a practical guidebook written by Egbert Ludovickus Viele in 1861 for the use of volunteers during the American Civil War. The book contains detailed instructions and advice on various aspects of military campaign duties, such as marching, camping, cooking, and the care of arms and equipment. It also includes information on military tactics and strategy, as well as guidance on the proper conduct of soldiers in the field. The Handbook for Active Service is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of military training and tactics during the Civil War era, and provides insight into the challenges faced by soldiers on both sides of the conflict.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.