school of the soldier
Americannoun
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At the time he became a full member he was well versed in the school of the soldier, and familiar with the school of the Company.
From History of the Dewitt guard, company A, 50th regiment National guard, state of New York by Unknown
Unless he proves, at the age of twenty-one, that he knows the school of the soldier perfectly.
From Sophisms of the Protectionists by White, Horace
Like the rest, he was learning the business of war, and was to commit many blunders and get sharp lessons in this school of the soldier.
From Hugh Wynne, Free Quaker by Mitchell, S. Weir (Silas Weir)
As cadet I had more interest in the school of the soldier, horsemanship, sword exercise, and the outside game of foot-ball than in the academic courses.
From From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America by Longstreet, James
As a drill-master he was not excelled, and under his instruction the Company soon became very proficient in the manual of arms, and school of the soldier and Company.
From History of the Dewitt guard, company A, 50th regiment National guard, state of New York by Unknown
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