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What significant piece did Steuben write that continues to influence modern U.S. army manuals?
The Art of War
Tactical Warfare
Regulations for the Order and Discipline of the Troops
Napoleonic Warfare
Answer
The Regulations for the Order and Discipline of the Troops was written by Baron von Steuben, a Prussian officer who was brought in to train the Continental Army during the American Revolution. The manual outlined the basic principles of military discipline, including how to march, drill, and fire a musket. It also included detailed instructions on how to set up camps, cook food, and treat wounded soldiers.
Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben: Architect of American Victory
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