Hints To Cadets : With A Few Observations On The Military Service Of The Honorable East-India Company (1842)
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Hints to Cadets: With a Few Observations on the Military Service of the Honorable East-India Company is a book written by Thomas Postans in 1842. The book provides practical advice and guidance to young cadets who are planning to join the military service of the East India Company. It covers various aspects of military life, including training, discipline, and tactics.The book begins with an introduction to the East India Company and its military history. It then delves into the qualities required of a successful cadet, such as physical fitness, mental strength, and a sense of duty. Postans also provides tips on how to prepare for the rigorous training and examinations that cadets must undergo.The book also includes a detailed description of the different branches of the military, such as infantry, cavalry, and artillery. Postans explains the roles and responsibilities of each branch, as well as their strengths and weaknesses.In addition, the book offers insights into the culture and customs of India, where the East India Company operated. Postans provides advice on how to interact with the local population and how to adapt to the local climate and conditions.Overall, Hints to Cadets is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the military history of the East India Company, as well as for those planning to join the military service. It offers practical advice, historical context, and cultural insights that are still relevant today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- ISBN-13: 9781165470747
- ISBN-10: 1165470748
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.21 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.32 pounds
- Page Count: 102
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