The experience of United Nations troops in the present war has
proved the necessity of every soldier's being able to find his
way over all types of terrain. The chances of individuals or
small groups becoming separated from their units are much
greater than in past wars because the use of modern weapons
forces a wide dispersal of troops on the battlefield. Small
groups also must be sent out on reconnaissance and security
missions, and the safety or success of our forces depends on the
ability of these groups to find their way back to their units--
without much delay. If you get lost, the worst thing you could
do would be to lose your head and get into a state of panic. Sit
down and think the situation over calmly. Where could you have
mistaken the way? Were your compass calculations correct? Where
could you get back on your route? Nine times out of ten you can
discover where you have gone wrong, and find your way back. This
section deals with various ways and means of maintaining
direction. Most of the informa