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man is a very important consideration, but if tliat object is gained at the expense of the 

 efficiency of the horse, the result cannot be doubtful. 



In conclusion, I would state that much valuable information maybe derived from the Cavalry 

 Tactics, Nadosy's "Equitations Studien," Halfzensir's " Innern Dienst der Cavallerie," and 

 other works ; those mentioned are in the possession of the War Department, and should, by all 

 means, be consulted by any officers engaged in the preparation of a revised system for our own 

 cavalry. 



GEOEGE B. McCLELLAN, 

 Captain 1st CavalrTj, member of the commission to Europe. 



November 17, 1856. 



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