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LESSONS
1. Once gained, the initiative must be maintained to assure success in combat.
2. An Infantry Division can be subdivided and it's elements teamed in combinations to allow a degree of flexibility
not contemplated by it's Tables of Organization.
3. Intelligent use of route markers and well oriented guides are necessary for the maintenance of proper direction
during an extended approach march.
4. All units must be so indoctrinated during training to assure the unhesitant use of all expedients available with
particular emphasis on use of expedients not organic to the units.
5. Commanders must place themselves in a position, in relation to the troops commanded, which affords control
over the majority of troops commanded.
6. Plans must be clear, concise and simple and should provide for flexibility under all contemplated conditions.
7. Adequate communications simplify coordination and are necessary thereto.
8.Tactically wise employment of supporting fires constitute a deciding factor in attack operations.
9. Responsibility for demolition must be fixed. 
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