Word: militia
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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...that the men have gone and settled in various branches of the service, in the cavalry, volunteer militia, or naval reserves, it is well to think of them as what they are, patriotic servants of their country. It is hard to say in any single instance, "this man went only through love of adventure," or "that man desired subsequent political advancement," or "such a man has home ties which should have bound him." The question of enlistment is of an individual nature, one which every man has to decide for himself, and speaking generally each individual is the best judge...
...last three lectures oh Soldier's and Sailor's Life were given in Sanders Theartre, last evening, before a large and enthusiastic audience. Dr. Herbert L. Burrell, lately Surgeon General in the Massachusetts Volunteer Militia spoke first on "The Medical Examination." The requirements for admission to the United States Army are very rigorous, especiall in time of peace. No minor can enter the army without the written consent of his parents. The recruit must weigh under 190 pounds and must be less than 5 ft. 10 in. tall. He is carefully examined by the army surgeon and is rejected...
...last three lectures in the course on Soldier's and Sailor's Life will be delivered in Sanders Thatre this evening Dr. Herbert L. Burrell, lately Surgeon General in the Massachusetts Volunteer Militia will speak first on "The Medical Examination." Professor Hollis will speak on "Life in Modern Naval Vessels." President Eliot will speak last on "Enlisting." The lectures are open to members of the University only...
Lectures on the Soldier's and Sailor's Life. IV. The Medical Examination. Dr. Herbert L. Burrell, lately Surgeon General Mass. Volunteer Militia.- Life in Modern Naval Vessels. Professor Hollis.- Enlisting. President Eliot. Sanders Theatre, 8 p. m. Open to members of the University only...
Lectures on the Soldier's and Sailor's Life. IV. The Medical Examination. Dr. Herbert L. Burrell, lately Surgeon General Mass. Volunteer Militia.- Life in Modern Naval Vessels. Professor Hollis.- Enlisting. President Eliot. Sanders Theatre, 8 p. m. Open to members of the University only...