1st
LEGION
PROVISIONAL
ARMY
CONFEDERATE
STATES OF AMERICA
Nous
sommes la Legion
Devoir,
Honneur, Fidelite
STANDARD
OPERATING
PROCEDURES
Revised 2009
1st
Legion
Standard Operating
Procedures
These
Standard Operating Procedures are intended to provide all 1st Legion
Unit Commanders and Staff personnel with a set of standardized guidelines
concerning the Legions function both on and off the field. The intent is to provide a guide which will
assist all commanders with the training of their units, to achieve smoother
operations when the 1st Legion forms at events.
CONTENTS
1.
HEADQUARTERS COMMAND AND RANK STRUCTURE............................................................................................................ 8
1.1 Rank Structure..................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
1.2 Headquarters
Chain of Command................................................................................................................................................. 8
2.
HEADQUARTERS FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES.......................................................................................................... 8
2.1 Commanding Officer................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
2.2 Chief of Staff............................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
2.3 Surgeon......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
2.4 Chaplain........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
2.5 Chief of Cavalry......................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
2.6 Chief of Artillery...................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
2.7 Adjutant...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
2.8 Assistant Adjutant..................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
2.9 Quartermaster Officer........................................................................................................................................................................... 10
2.10 Ordnance Officer................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
2.11 Signal Officer......................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.12 Chief of Couriers................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.13 Chief Musician........................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
2.14 Color Sergeant........................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
2.15 Orderlies.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
3. LEGION
ORGANIZATION.................................................................................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Chain of Command.................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
3.2 Infantry Regiments.................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
3.3 Cavalry Squadron.................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.4 Artillery Battery....................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.5 Elections..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.6 Legion Meetings....................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.7 New Membership...................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.8 New Company Membership................................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.9 Insurance.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
4. TRAINING................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
4.1 Legion Formations and Drill................................................................................................................................................................ 15
5. SAFETY........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 15
5.1 General
Safety............................................................................................................................................................................... 15
5.2 Camp Safety.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
5.3 Weapon Safety.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
5.4 Black Powder Safety............................................................................................................................................................................... 16
5.5 Edged Weapons Safety........................................................................................................................................................................... 16
6. LEGION
CAMPS........................................................................................................................................................................................ 16
6.1 Organization of the Legion Camps..................................................................................................................................................... 16
6.1 Camp Set-up............................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
6.2 Camp Regulations.................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
6.3 Main Camp................................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
6.4 Bivouac Camp........................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
7. AUTHENTICITY....................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
7.1 Basics........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
7.2 Camps.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
7.3 Kitchens...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
7.4 General Notes............................................................................................................................................................................................ 19
7.5 Enforcement.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 20
7.6 Military Courtesy and Etiquette........................................................................................................................................................... 20
7.7 Revisions..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
8. 2nd
Regiment PACS - SOP.................................................................................................................................................................. 23
8.1 SOP Revisions and Amendment............................................................................................................................................................ 23
8.2 Command Structure and Staffing........................................................................................................................................................ 23
8.3 Treasurer and Regimental Treasury.................................................................................................................................................. 24
8.4 Records....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
8.5 Elections..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
8.6 Company Application for Membership.............................................................................................................................................. 25
8.7 Meetings...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
8.9 Dues Structure........................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
8.10 Drill and Training................................................................................................................................................................................. 26
8.11 Company and Battalion Formations................................................................................................................................................ 26
8.13 Safety – General..................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
8.14 Safety – Camps....................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
8.15 Safety – Firearms.................................................................................................................................................................................. 27
8.16 Safety – Edged Weapons...................................................................................................................................................................... 28
8.17 Camps....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
8.18 Authenticity – Basic............................................................................................................................................................................... 28
8.19 Authenticity – Kitchens......................................................................................................................................................................... 29
8.20 Authenticity – Civilians........................................................................................................................................................................ 29
8.21 Enforcement............................................................................................................................................................................................ 29
Appendix....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
1st Legion.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Adjutant’s Department............................................................................................................................................................................ 31
Provost Notes............................................................................................................................................................................................ 34
Chesapeake Signal Detachment............................................................................................................................................................ 35
1st Battalion Light Artillery.................................................................................................................................................................. 38
1.
HEADQUARTERS COMMAND AND RANK
STRUCTURE
The 1st Legion is
commanded by a Brigadier General, who is elected by the members of the
organization on an annual basis. The
brigades’ headquarters staff will be appointed by the commanding General based
on operational needs of the brigade.
The rank of the officers and
non-commissioned officers of the Legion Staff will conform to the following
guidelines for normal Legion operations. At events where the Legion Staff may
also act as the Confederate Command Staff, some ranks may be adjusted to
reflect the higher position of authority. These advancements will be temporary
and will only remain in effect for the event in question. The Legion Commander must authorize any
advancements of this type.
v
Officers
Ø
Legion
Commander – Brigadier General or greater
Ø
Chief
of Staff – Colonel
Ø
Senior
Surgeon – Major
Ø
Chaplain
– Captain
Ø
Chief
of Cavalry – Captain or greater
Ø
Chief
of Artillery – Captain or greater
Ø
Adjutant
– Captain -or greater
Ø
Adjutant
Assistant – 1st Lieutenant
Ø
Adjutant
Assistant – 2nd Lieutenant
Ø
Quartermaster
– 1st Lieutenant or greater
Ø
Signal
Officer – 1st Lieutenant or greater
Ø
Ordnance
Officer – 1st Lieutenant or greater
Ø
Chief
of Couriers – 1st Lieutenant or greater
v
Enlisted
Ø
Chief
Musician – Sergeant
Ø
Color
Sergeant – Sergeant
Ø
Bugler
– Sergeant
Ø
Orderlies
– Sergeant
The Legion will use the following
precedence list for its Chain of Command during field operations. The only
exception to this would be the use of the Chief of Staff as a wing commander
during situations where the control of the Legion on the battlefield requires
it.
a.
Legion
Commanding Officer
b.
Battalion
Colonel’s in order of Seniority (seniority is determined by the Board of
Directors on a yearly basis)
c.
Battalion
Lieutenant Colonels in order of Seniority (seniority is determined by the Board
of Directors on a yearly basis)
d.
Battalion
Major’s in order of Seniority (seniority is determined by the Board of
Directors on a yearly basis)
The Brigadier General is the
commanding officer of the Legion and is responsible for the Legion’s operations
on and off the field. Some specific responsibilities of the General include:
·
Selection
and management of the Legion staff.
·
Organization
and training of the Legion into a cohesive fighting force.
·
Maintaining
a high level of authenticity and safety within the Legion’s camps and during
field operations.
·
Maintaining
close liaison with Army Headquarters, other Brigade Headquarters and Battalion
commanders.
·
Between
events, he is the key communication link between the Legion, other reenactment
organizations and event coordinators. In addition, he will keep units in the
Legion informed of all issues that may affect the Legion.
The Chief of Staff is the
Legion’s executive officer and in charge of the staff’s daily operations. He is
the General’s primary aide and will assist the General in all aspects of the
management of the Legion in camp, in the field and between events. Some of his
duties include:
·
Overseeing
the preparation of all administrative reports that are prepared by the Legion
staff.
·
Command
one of the Legion’s wings when required during field operations.
·
Assist
the General as necessary to properly manage all Legion operations.
·
Form
the Legion for all formations.
·
Primary
training officer of the Legion.
The Legion’s Surgeon is the
senior medical advisor to the Legion. The Surgeon reports directly to the Chief
of Staff on all Legion matters. Some specific responsibilities assigned to the
Surgeon include:
·
Establish
a
·
Maintain
close liaison with the Army Medical Staff and when directed, provide assistance
as required.
·
Work
closely with the Regimental Surgeons on any medical-related matters that
require attention.
·
Monitor
camp sanitation and water supplies and report deficiencies to the Chief of
Staff and Quartermaster.
·
Station
himself and his staff to the rear of the Legion during all field operations,
including drills, marches, and battles. This will position them in a place to
act as additional safety observers and allow them to check casualties during
battle operations.
·
Work
with Regimental Commanders to provide proper coverage of medical personnel for
all battalions at events.
The Chaplain is responsible for
the spiritual well being of the Legion’s personnel. The Chaplain will report
directly to eh Commanding General and his staff. He will conduct services and
prayer meetings and advise the General on any spiritual issues that affect the
Legion.
The Chief of Cavalry is the
commanding officer of the Legion’s Cavalry Squadron. He reports to the
Commanding General on all matters concerning the operation, training and
management of the squadron. Some of his specific duties include:
·
Advise
the Commanding General on the management and tactical employment of the
squadron.
·
Train
the squadron in independent and combined arms employment.
·
Advise the Chief of Staff and
Quartermaster on the logistical requirements of the squadron at events.
·
Act
as the Commanding General’s representative at all meetings that concern the
Legion’s Squadron.
·
Ensure
that the Brigade is provided with all necessary reports.
The Chief of Artillery is the
commanding officer of the Legion’s Artillery Battery. He reports to the
Commanding General on all matters concerning the operation, training and
management of the
·
Advise
the Commanding General on the management and tactical deployment of the
battery.
·
Train
the battery in independent and combined arms employment.
·
Advise the Chief of Staff and
Quartermaster on the logistical requirements of the battery at events.
·
Act
as the Commanding General’s representative at all meetings that concern the
Legion’s
·
Ensure
that the Brigade is provided with all necessary reports.
The Legion Adjutant is the
primary assistant to the Commanding General and the Chief of Staff in administrative
and scheduling matters. The Adjutant will report directly to the Chief of
Staff. Some specific responsibilities assigned to the Adjutant include:
·
Maintaining
the General’s daily schedule and informing staff and Battalion Commanders of
required formations and meetings.
·
Overseeing
the preparation and submission of required Legion reports.
·
Assisting
the Provost Marshall with guard assignments.
·
Assisting
the Chief of Staff with other duties as assigned.
·
Train
Battalion Adjutants, as required.
The Assistant Adjutants are the
primary assistants of the Legion Adjutant. They assist him in all duties
required of the Adjutant’s Department. Some specific duties of the Assistant
Adjutant include:
·
Prepare
all reports, schedules, messages and dispatches as directed by the Adjutant.
·
Act
as Legion Officer of the Day on a rotating basis as assigned by the Adjutant.
·
Assist
the Adjutant, Chief of Staff and Commanding General as required.
The Quartermaster is responsible
for coordinating with Army Headquarters and event coordinators for the
provisions needed by the Legion to function in the field. The Quartermaster
will report to the Chief of Staff. Some
specific responsibilities assigned to the Quartermaster include:
·
Supervise
the design and layout of the Legion’s camp, including fire pit placement and
wood supply locations.
·
Assign
the Infantry Battalions, Cavalry and Artillery their positions in the Legion’s
camp.
·
Control
wood and straw distribution when required.
·
Coordinate
with the Army Quartermaster and event coordinators in the procurement of wood,
straw and water for the Legion.
·
Assist
the General, Chief of Staff and other Staff members, as required.
The Ordnance Officer is the
primary assistant to the Commanding General in all areas of Legion Safety. He
reports directly to the Commanding General and the Chief of Staff. Some of his
responsibilities include:
·
Supervise
all Legions’ pre-engagement weapons inspections.
·
Act
as the Commanding General’s representative at all Ordnance/Safety meetings.
·
Maintain
records of safety problems encountered and provide reports to the battalion
commanders.
·
Make
recommended changes to the Legion’s safety procedures to improve current safety
procedures.
The Signal Officer is the primary
assistant to the Commanding General in all areas of field communications. He
reports directly to the Chief of Staff. Some of his responsibilities include:
·
Advise
the Commanding General in the tactical employment of signal detachments.
·
Train
and manage the signal detachment for effective field operations.
·
Prepare
all required reports and messages.
·
Provide
a record of the signal detachments operations to the Chief of Staff.
·
Assist
the Commanding General in other areas, as assigned.
The Chief of Couriers is
responsible to the Chief of Staff for the operations of the staff’s couriers.
Some of his responsibilities include:
·
Train
and manage the courier detachment for effective field operations.
·
Assist
the Chief of Staff, Adjutant, Quartermaster, and Ordnance Officer, as required.
The Chief Musician is the primary
musician for the Legion. The Chief Musician works and reports directly to the
Adjutant. Some specific responsibilities assigned to the Chief Musician
include:
·
Training
all brigade field musicians.
·
Provide
appropriate music for camp and regimental formations.
·
Assign
musicians to Regimental Surgeons, as required, when on the battlefield to act
as litter carriers.
The Color Sergeant is assigned
the duty of carrying the Legion’s Colors on the battlefield. The Sergeant
reports directly to the Adjutant and will assist him as necessary.
Orderlies are the primary
assistants to the Adjutant in administrative matters and scheduling. The
Orderlies work and report directly to the Adjutant. Some specific
responsibilities assigned to the Orderlies include:
·
Prepare
all Legion reports.
·
Assists
Battalion clerks with the preparation of battalion reports.
·
Assists
the General and regimental staff, as required.
The
1st Legion is a self-contained organization consisting of a
headquarters staff, several infantry battalions, a cavalry squadron, artillery,
signal detachment, and medical department. This structure allows the Legion the
flexibility to cover most operations required in today’s reenacting
environment. At large events we can perform as an independent brigade. At
smaller events we can combine our battalions to field one large battalion. When
required, our headquarter staff is capable of functioning as overall command
for any event.
The 1st Legion will
function under a duel chain of command. For field operations the Legion will be
commanded by military chain of command. The Legion’s corporate operations will
be conducted by a normal corporate structure.
The Legion’s Military Chain of
Command will be General, Battalion Colonels, Battalion Lt. Colonels, Battalion
Majors, and then the senior company commanders on the field in order of
seniority as described in the Regulations for Army of the Confederate States.
The Legion’s Corporate Chain of
Command will include a President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and a
Board of Directors who will function in accordance with the Corporation Bylaws
(Enclosure 1).
While it is the policy of the
Legion not to interfere with the operations of the Legion’s infantry regiments,
it does expect each regiment to be formed and function in accordance with the Regulations
for the Army of the Confederate States and these Operating Procedures.
a.
Regimental Line and Staff
Officers
As a minimum each regiment should
have the following Line and Staff Officers assigned to provide the needed
operating expertise within the Legion. One key to a good regiment is the
effectiveness of its Line and Staff Officers. When things go wrong on or off
the battlefield the troops look to their leadership and a full staff is worth
its weight in gold at those times.
·
Commanding
Officer – Colonel
·
Right
Wing Commander – Lieutenant Colonel
·
Left
Wing Commander – Major
·
Adjutant
– Captain
·
Quartermaster
– Lieutenant
·
Surgeon
– Captain
·
Officer
of Police
·
Sergeant
Major
·
QM
Sergeant
·
Ordnance
Sergeant
·
Orderly
Sergeant
b.
Line and Staff Responsibilities
and Functions
1.
Colonel
The Colonel is the Commanding
Officer of the Regiment and responsible for the Regiment’s operations on and
off the field. Some key areas he is responsible for include:
·
Management
of the Regimental Staff
·
Organization
and training of the Regiment into a cohesive fighting force.
·
Maintain
a high level of authenticity and safety within the Regiment’s camps and during
field operations.
·
Maintain
a close liaison with Brigade Headquarters and other Regimental Commanders.
·
Between
events he is the key communication link between the Regiment and Legion
Headquarters. In addition, he will keep the units of the Regiment informed of
all issues affecting the Regiment.
2.
Lieutenant Colonel
The Lieutenant Colonel is the
Regiment’s second in command. He must be ready in all respects to assume the
command in the absence of the Colonel. Some specific responsibilities assigned
to the Lieutenant Colonel include.
·
Oversee
the preparation of all administrative reports that are prepared by the
Regimental Staff.
·
Commands
the Regiments Right Wing when the Regiment is operating in the field.
·
Regiment’s
primary training officer.
·
Assist
the Colonel as necessary to properly manage the Regiment.
3.
Major
The Major is the Regiment’s third
in command and must be capable to assume the command if the Colonel and
Lieutenant Colonel are absent. Specific duties assigned to the Major include:
·
Commands
the Regiment’s Left Wing when the Regiment is operating in the filed.
·
Regiment’s
assistant training officer.
·
Regimental
Provost Marshall.
·
Assist
the Colonel and Lieutenant Colonel with other duties as assigned.
4.
Adjutant (See
Appendix for additional information)
The Adjutant is the primary
assistant to the Colonel in administrative matters and scheduling. Key areas he
is responsible for include:
·
Maintain
the Colonel’s Daily Schedule and inform the staff and company commanders of
required formations and meetings.
·
Oversee
the preparation and submission of required Regimental Reports.
·
Form
the Regiment for all parades and formations.
·
Assist
the Provost Marshall with guard assignments.
·
Assist
the Colonel with other duties, as assigned.
5.
Surgeon
The Regimental Surgeon is the
Regiment’s senior medical advisor. His duties include:
·
Maintain
close liaison with the Brigade Medical Staff and assist, as required, when
directed to do so.
·
Advise
the Regimental Commander of any Medical related matters that requires attention.
·
Station
himself and his staff to the rear of the Regiment during all field operations
including drills, marches, and battles. This will position them in a place to
act as additional safety observers and allow them to check casualties during
battle operations.
6.
Quartermaster
The Quartermaster is responsible
for coordinating with Brigade Headquarters for the provisions needed by the
Regiment to function in the field. Some specific duties include:
·
Supervise
the design and layout of the Regimental Camps including fire pit placement and
wood supply locations.
·
Assign
companies their positions in Regimental Camp.
·
Control
wood and straw distribution when required.
·
Coordinate
with the Brigade Quartermaster in the procurement of wood, straw, and water for
the Regiment.
·
Assist
the Colonel and other Staff members, as required.
7.
Officer of Police
The Officer of Police will be
selected by the Provost Marshall on a daily basis to supervise the policing of
the camps. Some of his duties include:
·
Post
·
Conduct
periodic camp inspections to identify safety and authenticity problems.
·
Supervise
the orderly flow of traffic through the camps during set-up and break-down of
the camps.
·
Supervise
the removal of trash and waste from the camps as directed by the Regimental
Surgeon.
·
Provide
assistance to stop disturbances in the camp.
·
Serve
as Officer of the Day when the Regimental and Field Officers are absent from
camp.
·
To
accomplish his mission the Officer of Police will have two or more enlisted
personnel at his disposal at all times. These men will be assigned to him from
units selected by the Provost Marshall.
8.
Sergeant Major
The Sergeant Major is the senior
enlisted man in the Regiment. He reports to the Adjutant and his
responsibilities include:
·
Training
all Regimental Non-commissioned officers (NCOs) and enlisted personnel.
·
Assist
the Adjutant in camp operations, daily musters, and formations.
·
Assist
the Officer of Police and the Provost Marshall with Guard and Picket
assignments.
·
Assist
the other members of the staff, as required.
9.
Quartermaster Sergeant
The Quartermaster Sergeant works
directly for the Quartermaster. His duties include:
·
Assist
with the design and layout of the Regiment’s camps.
·
Assist
in assigning companies their positions in the Regiment’s camp.
·
Assist
in the procurement and distribution of wood and straw when required.
·
Assist
the Quartermaster and Adjutant, as needed.
10.
Ordnance Sergeant
The Ordnance Sergeant works
directly for the Adjutant. His responsibilities include:
·
Safety
of all Regimental weapons.
·
Repair
of failed weapons, if field repairs are possible.
·
Maintain
the Regiment’s ammunition inventory.
·
Assist
the adjutant, as directed.
11.
Orderly Sergeant
The Orderly Sergeant works
directly for the Adjutant. His responsibilities include:
·
Preparing
all Regimental reports.
·
Assisting
the Company Clerks with the preparation of their Company reports.
·
Assist
the Colonel and Regimental Staff, as required.
3.4 Artillery
The Legion Commanding General is
elected annually at the Legion’s Annual Meeting. Each company of the battalion has
one vote, usually placed by the unit representative. Once the General has been
elected, he selects and appoints the staff that will assist him during the
operations the coming year. Election procedures are covered in the Legion
Bylaws, (Enc. 1). Regimental Commanders, Squadron Commanders and Battery
Commanders are selected based on requirements set by their units.
The 1st Legion will
hold an Annual Planning Meeting each year. The Legion Commander will select the
time and location for this meeting. During this meeting the Legion will discuss
event selection for the next season, election of the next years commanding
general and major administrative issues, etc. When necessary, meetings may be
called at events to discuss issues that are time critical, but these will be
held to a minimum.
Companies desiring to join the 1st
Legion shall seek sponsorship from one of the Legion’s existing battalions.
This allows new companies to work with their sponsor battalion on the
requirements of the Legion, thus making their transition into the battalion
smoother. Once the new company has obtained a sponsor, they will be voted on at
the annual Legion meeting and placed in probationary status for one year. The
sponsoring battalion will provide a copy of the Legion’s Standard Operation
Procedure to the new company. After acceptance of the new company into the
Legion, the Adjutants will add the new company to the rosters of the Legion and
their new battalion. During the year, that the new company is on probation it
will have a voice at meetings, but will be in a non-voting status. At the next
annual meeting, the new company will be voted to full status if no problems
have occurred during its probationary period.
4.1 Legion
Formations and Drill
Depending upon the manpower
available at an event, the Legion may field one to three regiments of infantry.
To accomplish this, the current regiments need to work off the following formats
for organizing their companies.
a. Companies in the field should
average 25 to 35 men. This may require smaller units to form up with other
small units to form a consolidated company. When this occurs, company
commanders within each consolidated company will alternate as consolidated
company commanders in regimental formations. This will allow all company
officers within a consolidated company a chance to command.
b. Companies will be assigned their
place in line based on the demonstrated capabilities of each company and the
regiments’ need to have each wing equally capable. Companies desiring to be
flank or color companies should be well versed in the proper execution of all
phases of the company and regimental drill.
c.
At
all designated Legion events, you can expect to participate in at least one
brigade or regimental daily drill, at least one brigade or regimental parade
and a weapons inspection before each battle. Participation in these formations
is mandatory in order to fight with the Legion. This is for the safety of all
and will be enforced. Regimental Officers, Company Officers and NCO’s are
responsible for the safe operation of their units.
Reenacting
is inherently dangerous and safety must be foremost in our minds at all times.
Although it is impossible to prepare for every possible safety problem, we can
reduce the threat by using common sense and following some basic safety rules.
All soldiers will attend a safety orientation and drill.
a. Anyone under the age of 13 will
not be permitted on the battlefield. NO EXCEPTIONS!
b. No-one under the age of 16 will
be permitted to carry a rifle on the field.
c.
No
individual or small group charges against the enemy will be tolerated. It looks
bad and potential for getting hurt increases greatly.
d. Hand-to-hand fighting will not be
authorized unless it is specifically approved by the Commanding Officer of the
Legion and coordinated in advance.
e.
Fireworks
and pyrotechnics are not authorized at any time by members of the Legion.
f.
Illegal
substances (i.e., drugs) will not be tolerated within the Legion.
g.
Alcohol
should be consumed in moderation. People who are beyond the bounds of common
sense and good taste are a hazard themselves and others, both on and off the
battlefield.
5.2
a. Company streets must be kept
clear of all obstructions, camp gear, and furniture. The company streets will
be used for formations, troop movements, and provide emergency access to the
camps. Fire pits must be at the top and bottom of the tent rows with enough
room to allow passage even if a crowd is around the fire pit.
b. Mounted personnel are not
authorized to travel through infantry camps. If, for some reason, this cannot be
avoided, the mounted soldier should dismount and lead his mount until clear of
the camp.
a. No antique firearms will be
allowed on the field for battles or firing demonstrations.
b. No non-period weapons or modified
weapons may be carried or displayed at reenactments. These include flintlocks,
c.
The
3-band musket (i.e.,
d. Ramrods may be carried on the
field, but may not be drawn.
e.
Tompions
will not be carried past the point of departure for the battlefield.
f.
Only
commissioned officers are authorized to carry sidearms
in the Legion.
g.
Before
taking a hit on the battlefield, make sure your weapon is cleared to prevent
accidental discharges.
h. No weapon will be discharged
within 25 yards of the enemy. Aim high, never fire directly at enemy troops.
a. No live ammunition will be
allowed at reenactment sites.
b. Weapons will not be discharged
for any reason within the confines of the main or bivouac camps. This includes
the firing of caps.
c.
The
amount of powder used in a cartridge may not exceed the prescribed load for
that caliber of weapon. (i.e., .54 - .58 caliber – 70 grains; .69
caliber – 80 grains). All cartridges are subject to inspection.
d. Cartridges must be made with
period construction materials. No penny wrappers, staples, wads, or tape may be
used in cartridge construction.
e.
Muskets
that become fouled on the field must be taken a minimum of at least 20 paces
behind the line of file closers, behind the Colonel and staff, to be cleared.
This should be done under the supervision of the Ordnance Sergeant or your
company sergeant. Only sergeants are authorized to draw a ramrod if necessary.
a. Bayonets may be fixed only during
drill, inspections, or during details and then only under the orders of an
officer or NCO. Under no circumstances shall a bayonet be fixed during battles
or tactical engagements. Bayonets should be tied down when on the battlefield.
b. Belt knives are discouraged and
shall never be drawn on the battlefield. Fake knives are not authorized any
time. All belt knives must be tied down.
6.
LEGION CAMPS
6.1 Organization of
the Legion Camps
The Legion will normally
establish a garrison camp, campaign camp, cavalry camp and artillery camp
whenever possible at events. This may vary from event to event based on the
event sponsor and commanding general’s requirements. Once the Legion has been
assigned its camping area the General, Chief of Staff and Quartermaster will
determine the boundaries of the various elements of camp. Once this is done the
Regimental and Squadron commanders will layout their camps with their staffs.
Infantry
Camps
a. The regiment campsite party will
usually consist of the Colonel, Adjutant and a member of the Quartermaster
staff when available and as necessary.
b. If the camping party does not
precede the regiment, the Quartermaster attends to these things as soon as the
regiment reaches the camp.
c.
The
terms front, flank, right, left, file and rank, have the same meaning when
applied to camps as to the order of battle.
d. The front of the camp is usually
equal to the front of the troops. The tents are arranged in ranks and files.
The number of ranks varies with the strength of the companies and the size of
the tents.
e.
Each
company has its tents in one file on a street perpendicular to the color line.
The width of the street depends on the front of the camp, but should not be
less than 20 feet. The interval between the ranks of tents is approximately one
foot; two feet between the files of officers’ tents; approximately 22 feet
between regiments.
f.
The
color line is approximately 30 feet in front of the front rank of tents. Camp
kitchens are approximately 20 feet behind the rear rank of company tents.
Non-commissioned staff and guard tents are approximately 20 feet in rear of the
camp kitchen. Company officers are approximately 20 feet in rear of the
non-commissioned staff and the field and staff officers’ tents are approximately
20 feet in the rear of the company officers.
g.
The
Colonel will be to the right of the Lieutenant Colonel near the center of the
line of field and staff; the Adjutant will be to the right of the Colonel, the
Junior Major and Surgeon, on the right; the Quartermaster, Senior Major and
Chaplain on the left.
h. The police guard is at the center
of the line of the non-commissioned staff between the Sergeant Major on the
right and the Ordnance Sergeant on the left. The guard’s tent will face to the
front, the stacks of arms on the left. The Orderly Sergeant will be to the
right of the Sergeant Major.
6.1
When you arrive at an event
locate the Legion, find your regimental staff and verify where your company’s street
or campaign camp is located. Remember, only set-up after you have talked to
your regimental Quartermaster or the Adjutant.
Once you have checked-in,
unpacked, and set-up, all regimental personnel and civilians are expected to
change into period attire and remain that way for the weekend. This includes in
the evenings when the spectators have departed and it is just the Reenactors in camp. It is very disheartening to have spent
all the time and energy to do it right and have it ruined by someone in modern
attire. Please help us keep the Legion’s camp an example for the others in the
Army.
6.2
a. Pets will not be allowed in the Legion’s camp. This is for the safety of
all and is usually an event regulation.
b. Mounted troops, couriers, officers
(regardless of rank and position) and event coordinators are not authorized in
the infantry camps. If you see a mounted individual in camp, ask him to
dismount and lead his mount until he is clear of the camp area. If he does not
oblige, notify the Officer of the Day, Provost Marshall, or Adjutant.
c.
We
welcome families into our camps, and we expect them to follow the same rules
that we impose upon our soldiers. Period clothing should be worn,
children should play period games, and be under control of their parents at all
times.
a. Periodically, the Officer of the
Day, Provost Marshall, or other member of the Regimental Staff will tour the
camps to inspect for authenticity.
d. When leaving camp, all staff
officers and consolidated company commanders must check out at the Adjutant’s
tent and report their return upon reentering camp. This allows the regiment a
faster response on short notice meetings or calls to arms.
e.
“Taps”
and “Quiet in Camp” should be respected. “Quiet in Camp” begins at
The Legion’s main camp will,
whenever possible, be laid out in accordance with the Regulation for the
Army of the Confederate States (see paragraph 6.1). If space or terrain force us to modify our main camp, the Quartermaster
Staff will direct the set-up of the camp. When the Quartermaster Staff is not
present at an event or otherwise not available, the Adjutant will be
responsible to see that the Quartermaster’s duties are completed. When setting
up camp, the following basic guidelines will apply.
a. Company streets will be
regulation streets. Only wedge tents and dog tents will be authorized on the
streets. Wall tents and cook flies will have to be placed on cook tent row or
as directed by the Quartermaster.
b. Fire pits will not be allowed in
the middle of the company streets. Fire pits must be located at the top and
bottom of the tent rows, be offset in order to prevent blockage of the street entrances,
and allow enough room for passage even if a crowd is around the fire pit. If
our streets become too long, the Quartermaster will order a break in the tent
rows halfway down the street to allow for more fire pits.
c.
Company
streets must be kept clear of all obstructions, camp gear, and furniture. The
company streets will be used for formations, troop movements, and provide
emergency access to the camps.
The Legion’s bivouac camp will,
whenever possible, be laid out within eyesight of the main camp. If space or
terrain, force us to modify this layout, the Quartermaster will direct the
set-up of the camp. The Quartermaster will inform the Adjutant of the location
of the bivouac for final approval. When setting up the bivouac camp, the
following guidelines will apply.
a. In order to support those units
of the legion that enjoy campaign style camp, a bivouac camp will be
established whenever possible. This camp must be close enough to the main body
for effective communications to be maintained. Final approval of the location
will be made by the Adjutant or the senior staff officer on site.
b. This camp will be commanded by
the senior legion officer present whenever possible. It will be this officer’s
duty to ensure that communication between Legion and Regimental Headquarters
and the bivouac camp is effectively maintained.
Notes: These rules and
regulations may be superseded by more stringent battalion or event rules. For
brevity, the term “battalion” in this document refers to all squadrons,
batteries, battalions and regiments of the 1st Legion. A PACS event
is one attended by one or more PACS battalions with its headquarters on site.
These Rules and Regulations and the Civilian Guidelines are an integral part of
the 1st Legion Standard Operating Procedures
The Victorian era was a time
during which there was pride in attire, decorum and manners even under the
rigors of war. All members will demonstrate a respect for all other members,
other companies and all proper impressions. Behavior at all times in camp and
on the field of battle shall be a reflection of this respect and will be
appropriate to the era.
a. The uniform of each combatant
will be complete and correct for the company they are portraying including weapons
and accouterments. Belt knives were rarely carried after 1961, they present a
danger to the wearer and are a hazard to others and hence are not authorized.
Boot knives in a sheath may be authorized by the battalion cavalry commander.
It is the responsibility of each member company that this is accomplished.
b. The attire of each civilian
member will be complete, appropriate and correct for the time period. See the
Legion Civilian Guidelines and your Civilian Coordinator for details. The published Civilian Guidelines are
considered to be a part of these rules and regulations.
c.
Late
war rank will be minimal.
d. Period footwear is mandatory for
combatants, period footwear or period style footwear is mandatory for civilians
at all times.
e.
Period
eyeglass frames are mandatory, contact lens use is encouraged.
f.
All
members are encouraged to set up and maintain a minimal camp avoiding
extraneous equipment and supplies.
g.
Non-period
items of any kind must be out of public view beginning with the first reveille
of any PACS event.
h. There are certain courtesies in
regards to military etiquette which when applied, vastly improve the
authenticity of any one individual, company, battalion or brigade. It will be
the responsibility of each company officer in the 1st Legion to
instruct their combatant members of appropriate military etiquette. It shall be
the responsibility of each battalion commander to insure that all staff members
are instructed in and use appropriate military etiquette.
a. Battalion camps will adhere to
the descriptions for camps in Regulations for the Army of the Confederate
States 1863. It is recognized that given the limits of topography, this may
not always be possible. However every effort shall be made to follow these
regulations.
b. Each battalion commander will
insure that each camp has at a minimum, company streets, a kitchen line, a fire
line and headquarters street.
c.
Wall
tents with or without a fly are prohibited in company streets or at the foot of
company streets unless under unusual circumstances it is necessary to establish
a headquarters street at that location.
d. Company streets are limited to
‘A’ tents, dog tents and/or shebangs attached to dog
tents. ‘A’ tents up to seven feet wide by nine feet long by seven feet high may
be used.
e.
Sibley
tents are permitted only with prior special permission of the Brigade Commander
on a case by case basis.
f.
Hospital
wall tents without a fly up to 14 feet wide by 14 feet deep are permitted.
g.
One
stand of company colors may be displayed at the head of company streets or at
company kitchens. Only one stand of colors per company may be displayed at a
time. Colors may be displayed at headquarters at the commander’s discretion.
Signs identifying officers or companies or for recruiting purposes are limited
to a maximum of two square feet. Any such signs must be paint on non-laminated
or non composite wood.
h. Specialty colors such as hospital
or ordnance may be displayed at the battalion commander’s discretion.
a. All kitchen flies will be military
tent flies no larger than 12 by 20 feet. Square flies will not be used, nor
will flies with added sides.
b. Kitchen “supply tents” may be
authorized by each battalion commander. These are to be sited at the head of
each company street or next to the company kitchen fly and are limited to one
per company.
c.
The
fire line will be established by each battalion’s quartermaster. Fires are
limited to the kitchen areas and the headquarters line. Event rules will
dictate whether fire pits are to be dug.
d. All fire implement, cooking
utensils, eating utensils, ,cups and plates must be of
period style and materials.
e.
Modern
style containers of glass, plastic, metal and cardboard are not used outside of
closed tents.
f.
Kitchen
and eating utensils of any kind are to be cleaned and stored when not in use.
Unconsumed food is to be stored or disposed of in a sanitary manner. Raw fruits
and vegetables and baked goods in period baskets or boxes may be visible for
display purposes.
It is recognized by all members
that certain items of the modern world can intrude on Civil War re-enactments.
Extra care must be taken in this regard. Those items which are especially
troublesome are electronic devices, propane heaters and stoves, coolers,
flashlights, railroad lanterns, cigarettes (use as unobtrusively as possible;
cigarette butts are considered trash and are to be treated as such), plastic
bags, plastic containers, cardboard containers, glass or tin containers of
modern style with modern labels, modern eyeglasses, shoes and clothing, some
foods, soda and beer cans and bottles. All members must avoid or conceal these
and other modern objects and are hereby required to do so. Specifically:
a. All electronic or electric
devices are to be used in the confines of a closed tent or on the event site
outside of camp and battlefield.
b. Coolers must be stored in tents,
or if outside a tent, they must be completely covered with a period correct
material.
c.
Propane
heating and cooking devices may be used in closed tents.
d. Lighting devices are to be of
period construction and materials and illuminated by candles. Kerosene or oil
lamps or lanterns are discouraged. Railroad lanterns are prohibited.
e.
All
trash and garbage is to be bagged and stored within tents until proper disposal
can be accomplished.
f.
Tobacco
products are to be those of the time period.
g.
Vehicles
will be unloaded and removed to a designated parking area within one hour of
arrival on-site or as stated in the event rules.
h. Tents, unless specifically set-up
for demonstration purposes are to be kept closed at all times.
i.
Parents
are strongly encouraged to develop period games and other activities in which
their children may participate. Children under the age of 16 are to be under
the direct supervision of a parent or other adult at all times.
j.
Staff
members assigned at all levels will carry out duties appropriate to their
positions and within the context of Civil War re-enactments. These duties are
listed in The 1863 Army Regulations, Hardee’s,
The 1863 U.S. Infantry Tactics, The
1865 Customs of Service for Officers of the Army by Kautz
and Customs of Service for Non-commissioned Officers and Soldiers by Kautz as well as other commonly available manuals. Persons
holding non-functional staff positions and staff positions with inappropriate
rank are strongly discouraged.
a. It shall remain the
responsibility of each individual member and member companies to insure that
all rules and regulations of the 1st Legion are being followed.
b. Battalion commanders and
battalion staff members will assist individuals and companies in this regard
and will conduct at least three inspections of their battalion camps at each
event for purposes of correcting problems with authenticity.
c.
Disciplinary
action for repeated rules and regulations violations will initially take place
at the company or battalion level according to the company’s or battalion’s
specific Standard Operating Procedures.
d. Repeated violations which remain
uncorrected may result in one or more individual members being subjected to a
Tribunal hearing as provided for in the 1st Legion PACS by-laws:
Corporation Membership, Article XII, Section IX.
7.6 Military Courtesy and
Etiquette
Combatant members of the Legion can
make a significant contribution to authenticity by improving the use of
military courtesies toward one another as well as extending the appropriate
social courtesies toward civilians in camp. As part of this guide, an attempt
has been made to show how these various courtesies will work in the context of
re-enactments. It should be known that in the military, then and now, a salute
does not just show recognition of rank but it is also a compliment shown by all
ranks to each other.
“One of the first things a
soldier has to learn on entering the army, is a proper military deportment
toward his superiors in rank: this is nothing more than the military way of
performing the courtesies required from a well-bred man in civil life, and a
punctual performance of them is as much to his credit as the observance of the
ordinary rules of common politeness.” Customs of Service, Duties of the Soldier, Deportment, 47.
a. When on duty, except for fatigue
duty, a soldier will wear his buttoned jacket or coat. Re-enactments: we are
not all on duty all the time and hence company streets afford a time to be more
casual; wood gathering, fetching water and visits to the porta-pots
are fatigue duties as is cooking, packing, unpacking and erecting tents.
Fatigue duty includes washing kitchen utensils, splitting wood,
and cleaning weapons, accouterments and attending to uniforms and does not
require a jacket or coat. Visits to headquarters, battalion formations, guard
mounting, picket duty, preparing reports, roll call, military planning and
informational sessions, surgeon’s call, organized music, church call and even
more are all regular duties which require a coat or jacket. Visits to the sutlers are the individual’s choice, but a jacket is much
preferred to help enhance the individual’s proper military bearing.
b. A soldier when meeting an officer
is to salute that officer, raising his hand to the right side of the visor of
his cap or hat, palm to the front, elbow at shoulder level. He will hold that
salute until the compliment is returned by the officer. NCOs are not saluted by
other NCOs or private soldiers, but NCOs do salute all officers of any rank.
There are special circumstances however, for NCOs on certain duties. At the conclusion of any conversation
involving an officer the private soldier, NCO or lower ranking officer again
salutes and will expect the salute to be returned. Brief salutes are done when
meeting officers such as passing them on the street. Re-enactments: same as
described, however we tend not to salute officers from other organizations when
meeting casually. These courtesies should be extended to all re-enactors.
c.
An
NCO carrying a drawn sword will salute by bringing it to a present. An NCO with
a musket and privates not sentries and out of ranks will carry the musket at
the shoulder and salute by bringing the left hand across the body to touch the
musket near the right shoulder. Re-enactments: the same as described.
d. Officers carrying a drawn sword
will bring the sword to the shoulder and then present. The sword is then swept
to the right side and downward, the tip toward the ground in saluting. It is
then returned to present then shoulder at the conclusion of the salute.
Re-enactments: the same as described. Officers on duty without drawn sword,
return a salute by touching the cap as previously described. Re-enactments: the
same as described.
e.
An
NCO or private, when not specifically occupied and seated will rise upon the
approach of an officer and salute. If standing he will turn toward the officer
and salute. “If the parties remain in the same place or on the same ground,
such compliments need not be repeated.” (CofS). Re-enactments: the same as described.
f.
An
NCO or private when addressing an officer or when spoken to by one will salute.
When he receives an answer or communication he will again salute before turning
away. A communication interrupted and then restarted does not require an
additional salute. Re-enactments: the same as described.
g.
When
an NCO or private enters an officer’s quarters, he will knock and wait for a
response. Upon entering he makes the required salute. If he is without arms, he
removes his cap and stands at attention until the communication is
complete. Re-enactments: the same as
described.
h. When NCOs and privates are in a
room and an officer enters, they rise and remain standing until invited to sit
down. Re-enacting: the same as described. When an officer enters a company
street, NCOs and privates rise, however, the officer, unless on important
company or regimental business should immediately invite those present to
continue with their activities. An officer entering a company street is to be
escorted by an NCO when the officer is conducting military business.
Re-enacting: the same as described, however when the company is off duty or on
company fatigue duty, this escort is not necessary.
i.
Privates
wishing to approach their company commander when on military business or on a
personal matter, should contact their company commander through the senior
company NCO present. Re-enactments: the same as described.
j.
When
soldiers are in the ranks, they do not salute unless ordered to do so. If on
any work detail, the privates to do not salute, however the NCO in charge of
the detail does acknowledge an approaching officer in the manner previously
described. Re-enactments: the same as described.
k. When an NCO or private is
speaking about another soldier, he should refer to that person by his proper
title such as Lt., Sgt., Private. When a lower ranking
officer, NCO or private is given a task to complete, he is to report back to
the person issuing the order and report on its completion. When a message is
being delivered, the person making the delivery presents the compliments of the
officer, that is “Lieutenant Jones, Major Brown presents his compliments and .
. .” but if the recipient is senior to the person sending the message, no
compliments are presented; such as “Major, Lieutenant Jones has directed me to
tell you . . .” Re-enactments: the same as described.
l.
Re-enactments:
Any staff member, when leaving the Regiment’s camp will report to headquarters
informing the Adjutant, or other person in charge when the Adjutant is absent
that they are leaving camp, their destination, and their anticipated time of
return. Headquarters will never be left unattended unless the Regiment is
engaged in drill, battle or formation.
m. Re-enactments: Company officers
and senior NCOs should appoint a person to take charge of the company and/or company street when they are to be absent. When leaving
camp, company officers, and senior NCOs should inform that appointed person as
to their anticipated destination and time of return. Entire companies, when not
in camp, will report that information to the Adjutant before leaving camp, and
upon their return to camp an NCO will report the company’s return to the
Adjutant.
n. “Yes Sir, Yes Sergeant, No
Corporal Smith, Yes Ma’am: are all appropriate ways to
respond to another person. Children under the age of 18 use “Captain”, Yes
Ma’am, No sir, Mr. Miss, Mrs., or Ma’am when addressing adults. Re-enactments:
the same as described. We have become considerably more casual in addressing
each other, and also when children address adults, so these compliments are of
utmost importance. It is acceptable for younger children to address adults as
“Mr. Tom, or Miss Mary” if the adult being addressed permits. However, a lady,
would not in good taste, say “Yes Sir” “No Sir” to a gentlemen or frequently
use the word “Sir” at the end of her sentence. Except if she desired to be
exceedingly reserved toward the person with whom she is conversing.
o. Males may pay certain courtesies
to women of any age. A greeting such as removal of the hat when meeting or
passing a woman is most appropriate as is holding a door or gate for passage or
offering your arm for safe passage. Civilian males show deference to their
social superiors with a tip of the hat. Males do not normally wear caps and
hats indoors regardless of rank or any social position. Caps and hats are
removed for Church services, indoors or out. Re-enactments: the same as
described.
Non-commissioned
officers and commissioned officers alike rank according to date of commissions
(or warrants) in the same grade.
|
NCOs* |
Officers (CSA) |
|
1.
Cadet and Medical Cadet |
1.
General |
|
2.
Sergeant Major |
2.
Lt. General |
|
3.
Regimental, QM and Commissary Sgts. |
3.
Major General |
|
4.
Ordnance Sgts and Hospital Stewards |
4.
Brigadier General |
|
5.
First Sergeants |
5.
Colonel |
|
6.
Sergeants |
6.
Lt. Colonel |
|
7.
Corporals |
7.
Major |
|
8.
Private Soldiers |
8.
Captain |
|
|
9.
First Lieutenant |
|
|
10.
Second Lieutenant |
* Orderly Sergeants are those
persons appointed to attend on generals, commanding officers, officers of the
day and staff officers to carry orders, messages and to assist in completing
reports. They may be appointed on a daily basis from the guard or put on
permanent duty. They would be in the NCO list above at level 3.
As conditions change, it may be
necessary to revise these rules and regulations. Any 1st Legion PACS
Corporate Officer or any member of the 1st Legion Board of Directors
may propose a revision. Three or more individual members 18 years of age or
older not Corporate Officers or Directors may submit to the Board of Directors
a proposal for revision. The Board of Directors will review the proposal to
determine if it has merit and then take one of the following actions.
a. Vote to accept the proposal,
thereby revising the rules and regulations; a simple majority being necessary
to accept.
b. Vote to accept the proposal and
request a 1st Legion-wide vote by companies in good standing; a
simple majority being necessary to accept or reject the proposal.
c.
Reject
the proposal with stated reasons.
d. Reject the proposal without
stated reason.
e.
Request
clarification or revision of the proposal within a reasonable time frame for
purposes of making an additional review which would result in one of steps; 1 –
4 above being taken.
If
the circumstances warrant, various provisions of the Regimental SOPs may be
temporarily suspended by order of the Commander, but only after his
consultation with all Company POCs who are on an event site. A consensus
opinion of the Company POCs must be reached to temporarily suspend one or more
provisions before the Colonel may issue any orders to that effect. Event rules
and Brigade/Division rulings may be temporarily supersede the Regimental SOP. 1st
Legion Bylaws and /or Standard Operating Procedures may supersede those of the
2nd Regiment.
Additional SOPs are provided by CWRLC and are incorporated in or attached to
this document.
8.1 SOP Revisions
and Amendment
1. Any member or group of Regimental
members may propose revisions or amendments to the Regimental SOP.
2. Proposed revisions or amendments
are to be put in writing and sent to the Regimental SOP Committee. The
Committee shall review the proposals for accuracy, appropriateness and to
determine if they have merit. The Committee may return the proposal to the
member or members making the proposal for clarification if the Committee deems
it necessary.
3. Upon final Committee review, the
proposal shall be presented to the membership at any Regular or Special meeting
of the Regiment. The Committee’s presentation shall include a motion to accept
or reject the proposal presented. A 2/3’s vote by Company Representatives is
necessary to revise or amend the Regimental SOP. A quorum for such a vote shall
be a majority of voting companies in the Regiment.
8.2 Command Structure and
Staffing
1. The rank of officers and
non-commissioned officers within the Regiment will be in order of seniority as
described in the Regulations for the Army
of the Confederate States, 1863.
2. Regimental staff positions shall
be filled by members in good standing. The Colonel of the Regiment shall be
elected by the Companies in good standing within the Regiment. This election
shall be held every other year, the Colonel serving for a two year term or
until his replacement is named. The Colonel shall appoint the persons to serve
on staff positions. The following staff positions are authorized in the
Regiment:
a. Colonel
b. Lt. Colonel
c.
Major
d. Senior Captain
e.
Adjutant
f.
Quartermaster
g.
Quartermaster
Sergeant
h. Chaplain
i.
Assistant
Surgeon (2)
j.
Sergeant
Major
k. Ordnance Sergeant (2)
l.
Orderly
Sergeant (2)
m. Color Sergeant
n. Chief Musician
o. Civilian Musician
p. Civilian Liaison
q. Regimental Treasurer (The
treasurer may be a member of the Regimental staff, other than the Colonel).
3. Not all positions may be filled
at any one time. Officer of the Day may be appointed from the ranks of the
Company officers.
4. The Colonel is the commanding
officer of the Regiment. He is ultimately responsible for the management of the
Regiment both on and off the field.
5. The Lt. Colonel is second in
command and shall replace the Colonel when the Colonel is unable to command or
is absent. The Lt. Colonel shall command the Regiment’s right wing on the field
and is the Regiment’s chief training officer.
6. The Major is the Regiment’s third
in command. The Major shall be the left wing commander on the field and shall
be the assistant Training Officer and serve as Provost Marshall on a needs
basis. These duties may be performed by the Senior Captain.
7. The Adjutant assists the Colonel
in the management of the Regiment on and off the field. The Adjutant oversees
the preparation and submission of reports and forms, generates and posts
schedules and forms the Regiment for parades and battle engagements.
8. The Quartermaster shall ensure that
adequate provisions are available to the Regiment when on the field. He shall
oversee the design and layout of the Regiment’s camp including the placing of
tents, flies, roads and fire pits. The Quartermaster shall insure that the
Regiment’s authenticity standards are being followed. These duties may be
assumed by another staff member from time to time.
9. The Chaplain shall be responsible
for the spiritual well being of the members of the Regiment. His duties are to
hold worship services, prayer meetings and serve as counselor to the members.
10. The Assistant Surgeon is the
primary medical advisor to the Regiment. He is to be available to any member of
the Regiment in camp and of the field that may need medical attention and to
coordinate his efforts with any professional medical attendants assigned to the
event site,
11. The Sergeant Major shall assist
the Adjutant with his duties and may be assigned as a temporary assistant to
other staff officers.
12. The Quartermaster Sergeant shall
assist the Quartermaster Officer with his duties and shall carry out other
duties as may be assigned.
13. The Ordnance Sergeant reports
directly to the Adjutant. He shall serve the Regiment on the field and in camp
dealing with issues of safety and shall oversee the inspection of weapons. The
Ordnance Sergeant is authorized to prohibit the use of any weapon which he
deems unfit for service.
14. The Orderly Sergeant assists the
Colonel and the Adjutant in their duties as assigned including paperwork,
scheduling and other duties as may be assigned.
15. The Chief Musician reports
directly to the Adjutant, trains all Regimental Field musicians and provides
appropriate music for camp and Regimental formations.
16. The Civilian Liaison will act as
spokesperson for the Regiment’s civilian members, shall assist in the
maintenance of authenticity standards and will be the Colonel’s chief advisor
on all civilian matters. The Civilian Liaison may appoint one or more Assistant
Civilian Liaisons if it is deemed necessary to do so.
8.3 Treasurer and Regimental
Treasury
1. The Regimental Treasurer shall be
appointed by the Colonel of the Regiment. The Treasurer is authorized to
establish one or more Regimental bank accounts, deposit dues and other
Regimental income and pay Regimental expenses including forwarding dues to Brigade.
The cost of communicating with member Companies including postage, copying,
costs and office supplies is hereby authorized to be paid by the treasury.
2. Regimental funds excepting those
indicated above and below in 4 and 5 may not be expended without the prior
approval of the Colonel and Adjutant. Only the Colonel, Adjutant and Treasurer
are authorized to sign Regimental checks.
3. The Treasurer is required to
maintain accurate financial records of Regimental income and expenses and
prepare quarterly and annual financial statements which shall be provided to
the member Companies by various means.
4. The Treasury is authorized to
spend up to $50.00 in one fiscal year for miscellaneous or emergency expenses
without prior approval of the membership.
5. The Treasury is authorized to
spend up to $50.00 in one fiscal year for expenses incurred by the Civilian
Liaison in the performance of his/her duties.
6. The Treasurer is to collect all
receipts and verify all expenditures prior to the issuance of any checks.
7. The Colonel and Regimental Staff
shall not be held personally liable for the debts, liabilities and any other
obligations of the Regiment.
8. The Regiment shall not accumulate
any objects of property unless a 2/3’s vote of all the Company Representatives
determines that it shall do so.
1. The Regiment will maintain a
current membership roster. This roster will include membership data which is
necessary for the proper functioning of the Regiment and for coordination with
Brigade.
2. Other Regimental records such as
events calendar, event attendance by member Companies, morning reports,
financial reports, meeting minutes and correspondence will be kept by the
Adjutant or by other staff members under the guidance of the Adjutant.
3. Personal information about
Regimental members will, if collected, remain confidential with access limited
to staff members on a need to know basis only.
1. The election of the Regimental
Commander is generally held at the last major Reenactment of the season on a
biannual basis.
2. Each Company in good standing has
one vote in the election, and may nominate one candidate for the Regimental
Commander’s position. The Regimental Civilian Organization has one vote in this
election. Nominations are sent to the Adjutant.
3. Ballots will be secret paper
ballots.
4. A quorum including proxy votes is
necessary to conduct an election, a quorum being 51% or more of voting
companies.
5. A Majority is necessary to elect.
Additional votes may be taken until a majority vote for a candidate exists.
6. If there are more than two
candidates for Commander, a vote is taken which will eliminate the candidate
with the fewest votes. Tie votes for this elimination require a re-vote.
7. If a second round of voting is
required, the top two candidates by vote shall be entered into a runoff
election to determine the winner.
8. After a candidate is elected as
Commander, that person shall then appoint the Regimental staff in a timely
manner.
8.6 Company Application for
Membership
1. A company desiring membership in
the 2nd Regiment shall make an official request in writing to the
Colonel. The Adjutant and Colonel shall assist the applicant company with the
completion of the required forms.
2. Upon completion of the
appropriate membership forms and payment of dues, the applicant company shall
be placed on probationary (non-voting) status in the Regiment.
3. The probationary company shall be
supplied with copies of all current Regimental documents by Regimental
Headquarters.
4. The probationary company shall be
eligible for promotion to full membership status in any calendar year in which
the company attends two Regimental maximum effort events with at least five
combatants.
5. Upon completion of all membership
and attendance requirements, the Adjutant shall present the probationary
company to the Regimental membership at a regularly scheduled or special
meeting of the Regiment. The Adjutant, at this meeting, shall move that the
probationary status be lifted and that the Company in question be granted good
standing (voting) status. A quorum and a simple majority voting in the
affirmative will be required to grant good standing status.
1. The Regiment shall meet twice in
one year to conduct routine business. A quorum of 51% of voting member
companies including proxy votes is necessary to conduct business.
2. These meetings shall be held
during the last Regimental Maximum Effort event of the season and during a
Winter Conference, generally held in January of each year in conjunction with a
Brigade business meeting. The Adjutant or his designee will chair all
Regimental meetings.
3. Brief meetings may be called at
other times throughout the year.
4. A Special Regimental Meeting may
be called by the Colonel or by three member companies if they submit a written
statement to the Colonel and the Adjutant describing the time, location and
reasons for such a Special Meeting. Every effort will be made to schedule such
a Special Meeting at a Regimental Maximum effort event.
5. Regimental meetings are open to
all members in good standing.
6. Company Representative of record are eligible to vote for their company membership at
Regimental Meetings. The Adjutant will keep an up to date list of all Company
Representatives.
7. Meeting times, location and
agendas shall be supplied by various means to all member companies by the Adjutant
at least two weeks before the meeting.
8. The members of the Regiment are
encouraged to contribute items for the meeting agenda to the Adjutant.
9. Minutes of Regimental meetings
shall be kept by the Adjutant or his designee and shall be made available to
the member companies by various means within a month of the meeting.
10. Robert’s
Rules of Order, In Plain English, shall govern all meetings of
the Regiment.
11. Standing committees include
Authenticity and SOP and will consist of a minimum of three members of the
Regiment in good standing.
12. Committee reports will be given
at each Regimental meeting.
13. Ad hoc committees may be
appointed by the Colonel directly or by the Colonel upon receiving a written
request to do so signed by at least three (3) representatives of committees in
good standing. Ad hoc committees shall have a term of one year or less. This
term may be extended by a majority membership vote. Ad hoc committees may be
dissolved at any time by a 2/3s vote of the membership.
1. At the autumn meeting or annual
Winter Conference, the member companies shall set the Regimental dues for the
coming year.
2. The Regiment will collect these
dues along with the necessary membership forms by the established due date.
3. Each member of the Regiment must
be covered by the group insurance plans purchased in part with the member’s
Brigade dues.
4. Failure to complete the
membership forms and/or pay dues in a timely manner will result in the member
being dropped from the Regimental Brigade rosters. Due dates for dues and
membership forms will be established by the Adjutant annually. These dates will
be published with the membership packet supplied to each member company.
5. The dues structure for the
Regiment and Brigade shall be clearly stated and will be part of membership
forms.
1. Each combatant member and each
member Company shall be able to execute the movements illustrated and described
in Hardee’s Rifle and Light Infantry Tactics, 1855.
2. All staff personnel, Company
Commanders and Company NCOs are strongly advised to obtain the two volume set
of this manual.
3. Company drill is strongly
encouraged at Regimental events, to be scheduled so as to not interfere with
Regimental formations and other activities.
4. The Regiment’s Battalion Drill
Manual developed from Hardee’s
shall be followed during Regimental drill.
5. The Regiment, under the
supervision of the senior staff officers and senior field officers may conduct
battalion drill at each Maximum Effort event.
8.11 Company and Battalion
Formations
1. The Adjutant will post the
Regimental schedule on a daily basis at each event the Regiment attends.
2. Depending on the numbers of
members present, the Regiment shall be made up of between four and ten field
companies.
3. These field companies should consist
of at least ten rifles each with a maximum at 35 rifles. Smaller companies will
be combined with others when necessary. Command of these combined companies
shall be at the discretion of the various Company Commanders present in the
combined companies.
4. The Adjutant shall post the
colors for the Battalion formations and with consultation with the senior staff
officers, form field companies and place companies in the Battalion formation
based upon the needs of the Regiment at the time of formation.
5. Standing marching order is full
field gear but with blanket rolls and backpacks optional, unless ordered
otherwise. The Regimental Commander of Assistant Surgeon may prohibit the use
of backpacks and blanket rolls if conditions warrant.
6. Weapons inspections may be done
on a company basis or during Battalion formation. Each member must have a full
canteen or other water source to pass inspection. Weapons are to be capped as
part of normal inspection procedures.
7. The color bearer, and color guard
shall be posted on line five minutes after Regimental “first call”. The Color
Company will next be placed on the line by the Adjutant or his designee. All
other companies will be ordered on line by the Adjutant or his designee.
8.12
Morning Reports
1. Each member company, even if
represented by only one individual at an event, shall complete a morning report
and present it to the Adjutant or his designee according to the posted
Regimental schedule.
2. Company morning reports shall
show all company personnel in camp and/or present for duty.
1. No members under the age of 13
are permitted on the battlefield; they will not accompany the Battalion to the
battlefield, unless they are functional musicians or otherwise have
specifically assigned and authorized duties given prior to Battalion formation.
2. No member under the age of 16 may
handle a weapon of any kind at any time.
3. Unless previously authorized, no
small group or individual charges against the enemy are permitted.
4. Hand to hand combat unless
authorized and part of the battle scenario is forbidden.
5. Fireworks and pyrotechnics are
forbidden.
6. Tobacco use should be restricted
to period use. Cigarettes, while available were not widely used, and their use
should be as unobtrusive as possible. All smoking materials are to be property
extinguished.
7. Members are strongly advised to
not walk barefoot in camp. Proper footwear is required at all formations, drill
and battles.
1. All camp streets are to be kept
clear of obstructions to allow for formations, troop movements, and for access
by emergency personnel.
2. Fire pits may be dug if the event
rules allow, with the sod reserved for replacement when the fire pit is filled.
All dug fire pits will be filled prior to the breaking of camp at the end of
the event.
3. Fire pits will be near the
Company Kitchen and will be placed by the Quartermaster.
4. A second company fire pit may be
authorized by the Quartermaster if a need exists.
5. All lighting devices used are to be
designed to enclose the flame of a candle or oil wick and shall not remain
unattended during use. No oil fired devices are to be refilled when burning or
when hot from use.
6. No trash is to be burned in the
fire pit. This includes empty or full cans or bottles.
7. Straw and hay and other flammable
substances are to be stored well away from any fire pit.
8. Un-consumed food and beverages
are to be stored or disposed of in a sanitary manner immediately after the
conclusion of each meal. All eating utensils, plates and cookware items are to
be properly cleaned and stored immediately after use.
9. Mounted personnel will not travel
through infantry camps. If passage is necessary, the mounted personnel shall
dismount and lead his mount clear of the camps.
10. A space of one foot shall be
reserved around each tent when tents are being set up.
11. Vehicles are to be removed from
the camp area after they are unloaded and moved to the designated parking area.
Vehicles are not allowed in camp except when specifically authorized during emergency
situation. Vehicles are allowed in camps after the reenactment based upon the
posted rules of the event.
12. At the conclusion of each event,
trash and unburned firewood shall be gathered and deposited in designated
areas.
1. No original firearms or firearms
containing original parts shall be used.
2. No non-period or modified weapons
shall be used or displayed.
3. Three band weapons are
acceptable. Two band long arms are discouraged and usually prohibited by event
rules.
4. Ramrods may be carried on the
field but not drawn; tompions are not to be carried
on the field or at formations.
5. 1st Sergeants and
above are authorized to carry side arms and swords, as are staff NCOs.
6. Before taking a “hit” on the
battlefield, all long arms are to be discharged.
7. When weapons are loaded, long
arms are to be at the “half-cock”, revolvers are to have their hammer placed
down on an empty chamber or between chambers if the weapon is so designed.
8. No direct fire is to take place
within 25 yards of the enemy.
9. Maximum loads for all long arms
shall be 70 grains of black powder. Maximum loads for revolvers shall be 25
grains black powder for .44 cal. Weapons and 20 grains for all others. It is
highly recommended that all revolver charges be sealed with cream of wheat.
Wadding of any kind if forbidden.
10. Cartridges will be of period
construction or glued paper tubes. No objects of any kind including empty
cartridges shall be placed in the muzzle or rammed on top of the powder charge.
Powder charges in long arms are never rammed.
11. Weapons which misfire or become
fouled on the field shall be attended to by the Ordnance Sergeant or Company
Sergeants. They shall be taken a minimum of 20 paces behind the Colonel and
staff on the field to be cleared. Nonfunctioning weapons will be removed from
the battlefield or the owner shall portray a casualty.
12. Tompions shall not be taken on the drill
field or battlefield.
1. Bayonets may be fixed only during
drill, inspections, formations or during certain details and then only when
authorized by an officer of NCO. It is strongly recommended that bayonets be
tied down on the field.
2. Belt knives are forbidden.
3. Swords shall not have a sharp
cutting edge, and the tip should be dulled. All swords are to be used with
appropriate accouterments, and shall be used only with care when drawn, Only commissioned officers or senior NCOs shall carry
swords.
ALL SAFETY rules and regulations
may be superseded by more stringent Brigade/Division or events regulations.
1. The Regimental camp shall consist
of tent rows separated by streets as assigned to the various companies.
2. The camp will also include
provisions for kitchen flies, company officer’s tents and flies, and staff
personnel.
3. The camp will be set up in
accordance with the Regulations for the
Army of the Confederate States –see the attached map.
4. “A” tents larger than 64 square
feet and kitchen flies of more than 144 square feet are strongly discouraged.
Sibley tents are prohibited. Flies are not to be set up in the Company streets.
Shebangs may be set up in the streets but only as an
attachment to a “dog” tent or shelter half.
5. Rows in the street and spaces in
the tent rank and file will be assigned on a first come, first served basis.
6. The basic camp layout may be
altered because of size limitations of the assigned camping area and terrain
features which may make the standard set up impractical.
7. The Regiment will, when feasible,
routinely set up tow camps, one with streets for a
“garrison” type camp and one which shall serve as a “bivouac” (campaign) camp.
8. When members arrive on site, they
will contact the Quartermaster or Adjutant or his designee to determine their
assigned row and space. Upon their arrival on site, company NCOs are to assist
in the placing of their company street under the guidance of the Quartermaster
of Adjutant.
9. A camp or tents may not be set up
without prior approval of the aforementioned officers.
1. The uniform of each combatant and
the dress of each civilian will be correct for the unit they are portraying and
period of the war being portrayed. It is the responsibility of each member
company that this is accomplished.
2. The Victorian era was a time of
pride in dress and in manners, even under the rigors of a state of war. Members
of the Regiment are asked to respect each other, other member companies and
their impressions and to behave in a manner appropriate to the era while on the
field and in camp.
3. It is strongly suggested that
members new to reenacting seek the advice of the more experienced members of
their company before purchasing clothing, uniforms and equipment.
4. Excessive rank insignia is
forbidden, late war insignia shall be minimal
5. Period foot wear for all members
is mandatory
6. Period eye wear for all members
is mandatory. Contact lenses are acceptable and encouraged.
7. All members shall be attired in
proper manner from the first reveille of the event until the end of the last
battle
8. Period inspections of the camp shall
be made by the Colonel, Quartermaster, Adjutant or the Civilian Liaison to
determine that all Regimental authenticity standards are being adhered to and
to make suggestions as to how improvements can be made.
1. No modern food or beverage
containers shall be visible at any time. “Supply” tents may be authorized when
feasible.
2. All food and beverages are to be
stored in a safe and sanitary manner.
3. Food and beverages are to be
consumed using period containers.
4. Cooking implements are to be
stored when not in use.
1. The Regiment has established
Civilian Guidelines which are to be followed.
2. All children are to be under the
direct supervision of their parents or another adult at all times.
3. Children and their parents are
strongly encouraged to develop period games and other activities in which the
children may participate.
1. It shall remain the
responsibility of the member companies to insure that all 2nd
Regiment rules and regulations and event rules and regulations are being
followed by their members attending.
2. Repeated violations of these
rules and regulations may result in disciplinary action being taken against the
individual(s) or company in question.
3. The Commissioned Staff Officers,
the Sergeant Major and the Civilian Liaison(s) are authorized to discuss rules
and regulations with the offending parties in an effort to correct violations.
An inspection check sheet may be provided to member companies.
4. Repeat violations may result in
the member(s) or member company being brought before a
Tribunal for disciplinary action. Written charges specifying the violation(s)
including evidence in various forms may be brought against the offending
member(s) by any three different Company Representative, or the Regimental
Commander.
5. This tribunal may be convened at
any Regular or special Regimental meeting or on an ad hoc basis if the need
arises.
6. The Tribunal shall consist of a
Company Commander, a senior NCO in the Regiment and a senior private soldier,
none of whom may be member of the affected company. The Colonel of the Regiment
of his designee shall appoint the member of this Tribunal.
7. The Colonel or his designee shall
act as a non voting chairman of the Tribunal with the
Adjutant or his designee acting as secretary.
8. Any written or oral charges shall
be heard by the Tribunal with the member(s) charged present. The Tribunal
members shall hear the charges and review the evidence presented with the
members charged being permitted to address the charges in an appropriate
manner. When all parties in the matter have been heard, the Tribunal shall
recess to determine a decision in private. The decision reached shall be
written and read by the Colonel or his designee when the Tribunal reconvenes to
announce their decision.
9. The offending parties will abide
by the Tribunal’s decision, although they have the right to appeal the decision
of the Tribunal. Disciplinary action taken against one or more individuals or a
member company may range from reprimand to expulsion from the Regiment. One or
more members if expelled so not have the right of a dues refund.
10. If the parties involved wish to
appeal the Tribunal’s ruling they shall do so within 10 days, by placing their
appeal in writing sending copies to the Colonel and Adjutant. Copies of the
appeal shall be sent to a Review Tribunal consisting of three Company
Commanders of the Regiment chosen by the Colonel or his designee. They shall
review the evidence and arguments and the Tribunal’s decision and shall render
a final decision in the case. The original Tribunal’s decision may be upheld or
reduced in severity if a majority of the Review Tribunal so determine. The
Review Tribunal’s members’ decision may be rendered by letter, email or
telephone call and shall be collected by the Adjutant or his designee. The
Adjutant or his designee shall determine if a majority decision exists by
reviewing the decision of each of the Tribunal’s members and immediately notify
the Review Tribunal members and the Regimental Commander of the results. Upon
notification of the Review Tribunal members, the Adjutant shall also
immediately inform the member(s) involved of the result of their appeal.
11. The Review Tribunal may also
render a decision on an appeal at a Regimental meeting or at a Regimental
event.
Adjutant’s
Department - Standard Operating Procedures
Provost
Notes
Provisional
Army of the Confederate States
Standard
Operating Procedures
The
primary duty of the Adjutant’s Department is the execution and processing of
the administrative requirements of the Legion. This duty will be accomplished
through the department functioning as the chief administrative assistant to the
Commanding General and the Chief of Staff. In instances when the Legion is in
overall command of an event the department will function as the Army Adjutant’s
Department performing all duties that position entails.
Section 1:
Department Personnel
Section 2:
Orders
Section 3:
Reports
Section 4:
Meetings
Section 5:
Pre-site Inspections
Section 6:
Event Start Procedures
Section 7:
Officer of the Day
Section 8:
Section 9:
Yearly Dues
The
Adjutant’s Department will strive to be the most flexible of all Legion Staff
Departments. All department personnel will be ready to competently perform all
duties as directed by the Commanding General and or the Chief of Staff. It is
the desire of the Legion’s Commanding General to have a small but proficient
and effective staff. The dedication and ability of the personnel of the
Adjutant’s Department to carry out all the duties necessary will enable such a
staff to function efficiently.
The
Provost Department is to be comprised of one Officer (Capt.) and 2 NCOs
(sergeants) The department will report directly to the
Chief of Staff. NCOs of the department are accountable to the Provost Officer.
Training of the NCOs is the responsibility of the Provost Officer.
The
duties of the Provost Department will include but are not limited to:
The
1st Legion PACS staff is a working staff. The Provost Department
personnel may be called on to perform duties outside of their area of
responsibility.
The
Department will camp within the staff area.
Department
members may stay as members of their home unit or may join the HQ Company. Whatever the case, in order to be on staff one must be a member in
good standing of the 1st Legion PACS, Inc.
At
smaller events, such as Pennypacker or
While
camped in the HQ areas, all members and their families will conduct themselves
in a professional and courteous manner and with the respect a military HQ
warrants.
Command
Levels: Army, Division and Brigade.
Chain
of Command will be followed. This will of course be contingent on which level
of command General Bair
holds.
Unless
a problem is of a violent nature, is a safety concern or an emergency, the Provost
will follow the chain of command respective of our command level. If the
problem is of a violent nature, safety related or an emergency, the Provost
should take immediate actions unless the Provost’s personal safety is a
question.
Provost
personnel should report any incident and the resultant action taken to the
Department Head. The Department Head will make General Bair or the
The
Department Head will file an event report with the
Anything
discussed or overheard at HQ is to remain at HQ. There are no exceptions to
this rule. Provost personnel may not agree with every decision made by General
Bair or myself. If you feel you must say something or have an idea for that
matter, I promise I will listen to you. I will not promise that I will change
things but I will listen. If there is a dissenting opinion and it is discussed
it is the policy of this staff that whatever the outcome of the discussion the
staff will give their best effort to get the job done.
Standard Operating Procedures
A. Command And
Rank Structure
1. Rank
a. Officers – The signal detachment
is commanded by a commissioned officer (Captain). The present size of the
detachment admits of only one officer. The Captain has the authority to appoint
non commissioned officers as required.
2. Chain of Command
a. In the absence of the Captain,
the command devolves upon the appointed non commissioned officer. In the event
no non commissioned officer is present, command is assumed by the senior
private, unless he defers to someone else.
3. Civilians
a. Civilians operating as agents of
the Confederate secret service fall under the direct command of the signal
officer and are available to be sent on assignments by that officer.
b. Civilians within the signal
detachment camp are subject to the orders of the signal detachment commander as
to authenticity and deportment.
B. Position within the Army
1. On the staff
a. The signal detachment is
considered to be part of the general staff.
b. The signal officer attends staff
meetings and reports to the commander or Chief of Staff.
c.
The
signal detachment personnel receive orders only from their officers, or the
commanding officer to whom they are assigned or his designee.
2. In Camp
a. The signal detachment is normally
assigned camp space on the staff camping line or in the immediate area.
b. The detachment is not normally
assigned camp space in the infantry company areas.
c.
The
detachment normally uses “A” tents or shelter halves (dog tents).
3. On the March
a. The position of the signal
detachment in order of march is behind the commanding
officer and the rest of the general staff, in front of the musicians, unless
otherwise directed.
C. Personal Equipment
1. Uniform
a. Officers – Officers wear the
uniform of the general staff or infantry of the appropriate grade.
b. Privates – As privates were
detailed from other branches of the service, they wear the uniform of the
branch from which they came.
2. Arms
a. When armed the signal detachment
may carry sidearms with appropriate leather
equipment.
b. When the occasion demands, the
detachment can arm some members with muskets.
D. Signal Equipment
1. Day signaling
a. The detachment carries complete
sets of flags and poles for day signaling.
i.
2’
x 2’, 4’ x 4’, 6’ x 6’ flags in colors of white, red and black.
ii.
Flagstaffs
from 4’ to 16’ in increments of four feet.
iii.
Each
signalist carries a notebook, pencils and copies of
the current codes.
2. Night signaling
a. The detachment carries sets of
signal torches and poles for night operations.
i.
At
least two flying torches and two foot torches.
ii.
Fuel
canteens with fuel and tools for operating torches.
iii.
Appropriate
poles for torches.
iv.
Various
lanterns and equipment for operating at night.
3. General
a. The detachment maintains all
other necessary equipment such as: telescopes, binoculars, compasses (for site
bearings), codes, ciphers, etc.
E. Training
To attaint
the rank of private, recruits are required to be trained in and pass a test of
the following skills.
1. Signal Operations
a. Operation and handling of signal
flags and torches and use of hand signals.
b. Encoding, decoding, and keeping
appropriate records of the signal operation.
c.
Observing
and reading incoming messages.
d. Commanding and managing a signal
party.
e.
Understanding
and using ciphers as used by the signal and secret service.
f.
Observation,
intelligence gathering and reporting.
2. Infantry – the detachment currently
uses Gillham’s
manual, but can use Hardy’s
a. Weapons
i.
Manual
of arms for the rifled musket.
ii.
Maintenance
and cleaning of weapons
iii.
Safety
and handling of sidearms
b. School of the Soldier
c.
School
of the company (abbreviated)
3. Civilians – To attain the rank of
agent, recruits are required to be trained and pass a test in the following
skills.
a. Understanding of all signal
operations.
b. Ability to send and receive
messages by flag, torch or hand signals.
c.
Compose,
encode, and decode messages.
d. Compose, encrypt, and decrypt
messages with emphasis on the ciphers used by the signal and secret service.
e.
Observe
and gather intelligence.
F. Field Operations
1. Staff Work
a. The signal officer reports to the
General or the Chief of Staff.
b. The signal officer attends all
staff or planning meetings.
c.
The
signal officer receives orders only from the General or his designee.
i.
The
General outlines specific needs for communications.
ii.
Signal
officer makes the necessary arrangements and assignments.
iii.
Signal
officer suggests opportunities for communication or observation locations.
iv.
In
the event there are no specific needs, the signal officer uses his judgment as
to placement of the detachment.
d. The signal officer may (with
permission of the General) assign signalists to other
units of the army when required.
e.
The
signal officer normally assumes overall command of all signals of the army when
our staff functions as army headquarters.
2. Functioning on the field
a. The signal officer normally
remains with his party in the vicinity of the general wherever he is on the
field.
i.
Due
to the necessity of maintaining lines of sight, this is sometimes not possible,
but the officer or his designee is always within reach of the commanding
officer.
ii.
The
headquarters signal party sends orders or questions from the commander and
received replies or information from the remote parties.
b. The other parties remain with
their assigned commands or positions.
i.
The
remote parties handle the communications for their commands.
ii.
The
remote parties also send information to the signal officer to be evaluated and
communicated to the command at his discretion.
c.
A
signal party is usually made up of three people.
i.
Commander
1. Directs the party
2. Handles the book; composes,
encodes, decodes, keeps records, times, etc.
ii.
Observer
1. Reads incoming signals and calls
aloud the numbers for recording.
2. Always keep watch for signals
from other parties.
3. Signifies when other parties have
answered signals for attention, etc.
iii.
Flagman
1. Handles the flag or torch at the
direction of the party chief.
d. The signal detachment operates as
an independent command and is not subject to orders or interference from the
field officers, other than in accommodating their need for communication.
e.
The
signal parties are always observing, gathering intelligence, and reporting to
the signal officer or their commander.
3. Function between Battles
a. The signal detachment conducts
reconnaissance and gathers information.
i.
Parties
may be sent on missions of observation or communication.
ii.
Civilian
or military agents may be used in espionage or intelligence work.
b. Coordinates communication
requirements with other signal groups.
c.
Communicates
with outposts or union camps as needed.
d. Trains, drills, and practices
with members as needed.
e.
Conducts
after action debriefing and prepares reports as necessary.
f.
Interacts
with the public
i.
Conducts
scheduled or unscheduled demonstrations.
ii.
Demonstrates
flag, torch and code work
iii.
Explains
signaling; codes, history, function, answers questions, etc.
iv.
Recruits
new members.
4. Reporting
a. In camp
i.
The
signal officer normally submits morning reports, etc.
ii.
After
action reports submitted if time permits.
iii.
Signal
officer reports verbally, if necessary.
b. On the field
i.
The
signal officer reports to the commanding officer
1. All pertinent messages received.
2. A distillation of observational
or intelligence information received.
ii.
The
signal officer uses his discretion as to what information is transmitted to the
commanding officer; this is a delicate balance between being useful and
overloading the commander with useless information.
iii.
The
party chiefs report only to the headquarters signal
officer or the officer to which they are assigned.
iv.
Signalists are not required (by regulation) to divulge the
contents of communications to anyone but the addressee or the General in
command of the area.
Rules and Regulations
The 1st Battalion
Light Artillery, PACS reenactment and living history unit (“This Battalion”) is
dedicated to the highest standards of reenacting, through which This Battalion
will:
·
Honor
those men who served during the War for
·
Provide
its members and the public with a more thorough and objective understanding of
the life of a Confederate soldier, particularly as it relates to the artillery,
during the War for
This Battalion will continuously
upgrade the quality of its impression through the research and study of
literature and artifacts.
This Battalion will maintain the
highest standards of safety, both on and off the field, thus ensuring the
safety of both reenactors and spectators.
Structure and Command
This Battalion will have one
Commanding Officer to be elected every two years. The Commanding Officer will
appoint all other staff positions which may include, but will not be limited
to, the following:
·
Adjutant
– shall have command responsibility whenever the Commanding and Second
Commanding Officers are predisposed from camp. The Adjutant will be responsible
for the timely and accurate completion of morning reports. The adjutant will
attend and document all meetings with the Commanding and/or Second Commanding
Officer. The Adjutant will record all requisition requests and confirmation of
receipts from the First Sergeant.
·
Chief
Medical Officer – shall be responsible for the medical well being of the
battalion. The Chief Medical Officer
should be someone from our battalion who has some type of medical experience,
such as EMT, doctor, nurse, etc. The Chief
Medical Officer will report any medical issues to the battalion’s Adjutant, who
will keep a permanent record for reference.
·
Chief
Ordnance Officer /Safety Officer – shall be responsible for the overall safety
of the battalion. This will include, but
will not be limited to, the inspection of all guns within the battalion and
attendance at any safety meetings called by the event organizers and/or
commanding officers.
·
First
Sergeant – shall be responsible for calling the Battalion to assembly, as well
as roll call, mail call, mess call, and surgeon’s call, etc. The First Sergeant will handle all
Quartermaster and Supply Officer duties. In general, the First Sergeant is responsible
for the overall well being of the battalion.
Membership
Unit in Good Standing – any unit
that is current in the payment of its dues, has attended at least 2 battalion
“maximum effort” events, maintains a membership of at least 6 combatants (16
years of age or greater), and abides by the standards and policies prescribed
herein.
New Units – must be able to field
at least 1 gun and 6 combatants, 16 years of age or greater. Applying units shall be on a probationary
status for one year. After one year, a vote
of confidence or denial of membership shall occur by Units in Good Standing.
Voting
Each Unit in Good Standing is
entitled to vote. Each Unit will have
one vote per gun as registered with the Adjutant. All results will be decided by a majority
vote. In the event of a tie, the
Commanding Officer will make the final decision.
All issues requiring a vote will
be made known via email to all units at least 1 month before the scheduled
vote. Issues requiring a vote:
·
Addition
of new unit
·
Addition
of sanctioned event to schedule
·
Removal
of unit
·
Removal
of sanctioned event from schedule
·
Election
of officers
·
Creation
of sanctioned event schedule
Annual
Meeting
The annual meeting will be held
before the end of February. The current
Commanding Officer will set the time and place for the meeting. All proxies must be received by the Adjutant
in writing no later than 3 days before the meeting.
This meeting will serve as the
time for creation of the sanctioned event schedule as well as the election of
officers. The meeting will be brought to
order by the current Commanding Officer.
The election of officers will be the first order of business. The newly elected Commanding Officer will
chair the remainder of the meeting.