I Wholesome drinking water has become recognized as one of the important elements entering into the conduct of warfare.
Water is used for such a variety of purposes that it is absolutely necessary to both man and beast.
Without water of any sort, an Army would soon become entirely demoralized and actually perish. With impure water, an Army must straggle along handicapped by various disorders which may be directly traced to the character of the water in use. Water is as necessary to an Army as food and transportation. It is far more necessary than either clothing or shelter. To make water attractive for drinking purposes, it must be clear to the eye and sparkling.