obedience and command respect. Excitability and passion cannot easily be divested of prejudice and injustice, and have a tendency to excite similar feelings in the men. (481)
R. Partiality and favor to individuals should be avoided above all things. The men should be treated with the greatest equality. Harsh and violent treatment, even towards the worst of soldiers are questionable, if not reprehensible means for governing them. (482)
S. Constantly present with the company, always on hand for every emergency, ever consulting the interest of the men and encouraging them in their duties, he cannot fail to attach them to the company, and make them cheerful and content, and faithful on duty. (484)
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