These remarks are echoed by Col. J. R. Young in his letter to the War Office covering the report of the inspecting officer, and all who have had dealings with military matters will recognize their significance. In the British Army tact is regarded as an equally great factor in controlling men og discipline is, and we find the most successful regimental officers invariably possessed of a largo share of it. Much more is it an asset in commanding such a varied body of men a6 is the Shanghai Volunteer ~Corps, and that tact, combined with a distinct firmness, has enabled Major Trueman to guide the Corps through difficult and indeed perilous years. sound military knowledge, acqsired through long training'and enthusiastic application, also gave the Commandant that" grasp of technique so necessary for keeping the units up to the standard set before. the war, The local community has voiced its appreciation of Major Trueman's services,
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