When not on the move or fighting, drilling was a major part of every soldier’s daily routine. The men generally hated drill but it kept them busy and disciplined. There were all kinds of drills: company drills, regimental drills, brigade drills, etc. The men thought they were boring, monotonous, drawn out affairs, that were pointless.
Thursday, January 14, 1864
Many of the regiments on the island found out today they will begin to drill in a few days. Most have not had any drill since arriving in Texas because of the weather.
When not on the move or fighting, drilling was a major part of every soldier’s daily routine. The men generally hated drill but it kept them busy and disciplined. There were all kinds of drills: company drills, regimental drills, brigade drills, etc. The men thought they were boring, monotonous, drawn out affairs, that were pointless.
When not on the move or fighting, drilling was a major part of every soldier’s daily routine. The men generally hated drill but it kept them busy and disciplined. There were all kinds of drills: company drills, regimental drills, brigade drills, etc. The men thought they were boring, monotonous, drawn out affairs, that were pointless.
