March 22, 1861; The Charleston Mercury
This book should be in the hands not only of every volunteer officer, but of every soldier, who hopes ever to become an officer. It is of great importance to volunteers to have their attention merely called to the subjects selected by the author. To have them treated in the clear, full manner, as they have been, is to give to the volunteers of our day an opportunity for improvement not possessed by those of former days. The perusal of this book will be sure to increase the desire for military knowledge in all who have any occasion for such. To officers of military education this book offers much information, in convenient shape, for reference, and should be at hand for that purpose.