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  • When styles of war evolved with new weapons and close-order tactics, as in the ancient Mediterranean, it became essential for soldiers to practice their art together so as not to hurt themselves more than the enemy.

    George Washington’s First War David A. Clary 2011

  • These conditions gave rise to the manual of arms and close-order drill, in the interest of safety and effectiveness.

    George Washington’s First War David A. Clary 2011

  • The contrast between the close-order formations of the redcoats and the open order of the Indians firing from cover, however, is spot on.

    George Washington’s First War David A. Clary 2011

  • These conditions gave rise to the manual of arms and close-order drill, in the interest of safety and effectiveness.

    George Washington’s First War David A. Clary 2011

  • When styles of war evolved with new weapons and close-order tactics, as in the ancient Mediterranean, it became essential for soldiers to practice their art together so as not to hurt themselves more than the enemy.

    George Washington’s First War David A. Clary 2011

  • These conditions gave rise to the manual of arms and close-order drill, in the interest of safety and effectiveness.

    George Washington’s First War David A. Clary 2011

  • These conditions gave rise to the manual of arms and close-order drill, in the interest of safety and effectiveness.

    George Washington’s First War David A. Clary 2011

  • The contrast between the close-order formations of the redcoats and the open order of the Indians firing from cover, however, is spot on.

    George Washington’s First War David A. Clary 2011

  • When styles of war evolved with new weapons and close-order tactics, as in the ancient Mediterranean, it became essential for soldiers to practice their art together so as not to hurt themselves more than the enemy.

    George Washington’s First War David A. Clary 2011

  • The contrast between the close-order formations of the redcoats and the open order of the Indians firing from cover, however, is spot on.

    George Washington’s First War David A. Clary 2011

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