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much on an armory. The enemy is the principal source of their supply.
For destruction of railway tracks, bridges, and stations in enemy-controlled
territory, it is necessary to gather together demolition
materials. Troops must be trained in the preparation and use of
demolitions, and a demolition unit must be organized in each regiment.
As for minimum clothing requirements, these are that each man
shall have at least two summer-weight uniforms, one suit of winter
clothing, two hats, a pair of wrap puttees, and a blanket. Each man
must have a pack or a bag for food. In the north, each man must
have an overcoat. In acquiring this clothing, we cannot depend on
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captures made by the enemy, for it is forbidden for captors to take
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clothing from their prisoners. In order to maintain high morale in
guerrilla forces, all the clothing and equipment mentioned should
be furnished by the representatives of the government stationed in
each guerrilla district. These men may confiscate clothing from traitors
or ask contributions from those best able to afford them. In
subordinate groups, uniforms are unnecessary.
Telephone and radio equipment is not necessary in lower groups,
but all units from regiment up are equipped with both. This material
can be obtained by contributions from the regular forces and by
capture from the enemy. NOT FOR
In the guerrilla army in general, and at bases in particular, there
must be a high standard of medical equipment. Besides the services
of the doctors, medicines COMMERCIAL
must be procured. Although guerrillas can
depend on the enemy for some portion of their medical supplies,
they must, in general, depend upon contributions. If Western medicines
are not available, local medicines must be made to suffice.
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of transport is more vital in North China than in
the south, for in the south all that are necessary are mules and horses.
Small guerrilla units need no animals, but regiments and brigades
will find them necessary. Commanders and staffs of units from companies
up should be furnished a riding animal each. At times, two
officers will have to share a horse. Officers whose duties are of
minor nature do not have to be mounted.
Propaganda materials are very important. Every large guerrilla
unit should have a printing press and a mimeograph stone. They
must also have paper on which to print propaganda leaflets and notices.
They must be supplied with chaulk and large brushes. In guer-