My Days and Nights on the Battle-Field
9781465512840
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Library of Alexandria
Overview
Abatis.—Trees cut down, their branches made sharp, and used to block a road, or placed in front of fortifications. Advance.—Any portion of an army which is in front of the rest. Aides-de-camp.—Officers selected by general officers to assist them in their military duties. Ambulances.—Carriages for the sick and wounded
