This
training is called Fire Discipline.
Fire Discipline implies, besides a habit of obedience, a control of the
rifle by the soldier (the result of training), which will enable him in
action to make hits instead of misses. It embraces: 1st, Taking
advantage of the ground. 2d, Care in setting the sight and delivery of
fire. 3d, Constant attention to the orders of the leaders, and careful
observation of the enemy. 4th, An increase of fire when the target is
favorable, and a cessation of fire when the enemy disappears. 5th,
Economy of ammunition.
Summary
Fire Direction is the issuance of instructions regarding the firing.
Fire Control is the explanation of these instructions through the
platoon leaders.
Fire Discipline is the quality which enables the soldier to submit to
control and fire efficiently under all conditions.
CHAPTER VII
THE SERVICE OF SECURITY
"Security" has the same meaning in the military world as elsewhere. We
properly think of the security of our persons, our property, our
families in connection with the term.
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