This series consists of bound general orders issued by the adjutant general and commanding officers of specific military units to direct those under their command in carrying out specified operations and policies. General orders are permanent orders which apply to all members of a command and usually concern policy or administrative matters. They deal with the military system as a whole and should not be confused with special orders, which deal with specific units and individuals. These were issued by the Adjutant General as replies to questions relative to the general orders or approving regulations. I years, 1914-1919, and include information on establishment and operation of the New York Guard and the Home Defense Reserve.
Indexing is irregular.
Indexing of division and brigade orders is very limited. Special Orders, 1855-1946. Chronological by year, then numeric by order number. I years, 1914-1919. Historical Research Files, ca.