Evening star., 1933-11-05

in basic subjects and In various spe-
cialists' assignments.
The second phase extends from jan
uary !, next, to March 81, and includes
completion Of the training in basic
subjects, and in the fundamental prin-
ciples Of artillery drill, motor convoy
and functions in the field.
Completion of the training and per-
| lection Of tie functioning of the bat
terry or similar unit in artillery Grill.
principles of motor convoy and unit
functions in the field are included IN
the third phase, which extends from
March 81 TO May 81.
Inc 1oIIth and final phase, which
extends from June to the annual field
training period, provides for perfecting
the functiontng Of the battery or SIM
liar unit as an integral part of the regi-
ment, including preparation for the
field training period
The general detectives Of all this in
struct1on Is to maintain the regiment in
condition to function effectively at ex-
1sting strength, and without further
training when employed in minor eIer.
gencies by the District or Federal
authorities and to provide a sufficiently
trained force, capable of rapid expan-
sion to war strength without undue de-
lay, which may be employed in time of
war as an effective component Of the
Army Of the United States.
The training objective of the regi-
mental headquarters will be the basic
training OF the members of the head.
quarters personnel and staff in COM
mand and staff duties to which as
signed. This training will include theo.
retlcal instructions In anti aircraft
tactics and practical instruction In
training methods and administration.
The training objection of the Medical
Department Detachment will be the
training Of members in such basic mil
ltary and medical subjects as will en-
able the detachment to render efficient
ana effective medical aid for the regi-
ment at all times
during the armory training period
the regiment will conduct one rapid
assembly to demonstrate its ability to
leave its station upon short notice,
equipped for prolonged field service.
Each unit will endeavor to conduct at
least one overnight In the field. One
command post exercise and communica-
t1ons drill will be conducted by the
regiment during the armory training
period.
The order says that all officers re-
sponsible for troop training will require
subordinate officers and non-commis-
stoned officers to have a thorough
knowledge of such training regulations
and documents as are pertinent to the
training for which they are responsible.
During the armory training period,
the order continues. battery and detach-
ment commanders should stress: disci-
pline; leadership: close order drill:
training in combat principles and
duties Of the leaders of small units:
principles Of pistol craftsmanship; care
and use of the pistol; anti-aircraft
combat; first aid and tent pitching;
rolling and adjustment of packs; dis
play OF equipment, camp sanitation; In
terror guard duty. care and handling
of motors. riot duty and furnishing aid
to the civil authorities.
Officers schools have been ordered es-
tablished and all officers are to be re-
quired to attend not less than one ses-
sion each month for the purpose Of
Feeeivi1g Ieceivd7 - instruetion aa in tee technical
Each battery and detachment CON-
mander has been instructed to conduct
| a school for non-commissioned officers
at least twice each month. Army ex-
tension school courses are to be utilized,
supplementing the instruction in tbs
officers and non commissioned officers
schools.
Schools also have been ordered es-
tablShed for specialists and cooks and
bakers. The latter. 1t Is pointed out,
are to be given theoretical instruction
| IN school to be conducted under the
direction Of the adjutant general.
Buglers also will be required to attend
school.
Examinations of candidates for the
eligible list from which selections are
made for promotion to the rank Of
second heutenants Of artillery, as va
cancies develop win be conducted at
i least once during the armory training
| period.