Description

""An Essay On The Command Of Small Detachments"" is a military treatise written by James Young in 1766. The book is a comprehensive guide for officers who are responsible for leading small groups of soldiers in battle or on special missions. The author provides detailed instructions on how to organize and train a detachment, how to select the right soldiers for the job, and how to communicate effectively with them. Young also covers various tactics and strategies that can be employed by small detachments to achieve their objectives, including ambushes, raids, and reconnaissance missions. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both experienced officers and those new to command. Overall, ""An Essay On The Command Of Small Detachments"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history or strategy, and remains relevant to this day.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.