Australia. Army. 6th Battalion order book, 3 September 1916-28 October 1916 - Page 63

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Battalion orders No 168 by Lt Col H G   Benett CMG. Commanding 6th Battn A.I.F. In the Field         15-10-16      

Part I                                                                                                                             
Para I    Complementary    
The C.O.  wishes to express his appreciation of the Splendid Marching done by Battn. today. No men fell out, which is a record to be proud of. The C.O. would like all ranks to make an effort to make this an everyday event.                      

Para II  Blankets      
Companies will adopt a uniform style of blanket tag, preferably wood. Platoon, Company and Battn will be prominently written on each tag. Blankets must always be rolled tightly, as otherwise Motor Lorry will not accomodate the Bulk.  

Para III    W.P.Sheets            
Only one  Company has   their  waterproofs    folded correctly. Sheets will be folded squarely, and placed under pack straps, not only under supporting straps.    
                                                                                                           
Para IIII  Cooker Fuel        
When boards with nails in are used for Cooker Fuel on line of march, care        

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