| dysentery |
an
infectious disease of the lower bowel, causing pain, severe diarrhea,
and passage of blood and mucus. |
| forage |
to
search for food or supplies, or to make a raid in search of them. |
| infantry |
foot
soldiers, or the branch of the military to which they belong. |
| knapsack |
a
carrying bag worn on the back and made of leather, canvas, nylon,
or the like. |
| artillery |
mounted
large-caliber weapons, such as cannons or rocket launchers, used
in land warfare and manned by a crew. |
| ligature |
a
band or tie used to connect, esp. a surgical stitch. |
| bayonet |
a
knifelike weapon that attaches to the muzzle end of a rifle for
use in close combat. |
| retreat |
the
withdrawal of a combat force from contact with the enemy. |
| bedroll |
bedding
rolled into a portable bundle, as for camping outdoors. |
| tourniquet |
any
device that uses pressure to stop the flow of blood, usu. through
the arteries of an arm or leg, as after a serious injury. |
| bombard |
to
attack with bombs, cannon fire, or artillery. |
| campaign |
a
military operation organized to achieve specific objectives. |
| canteen |
a
small portable container, usu. for water; flask. |
| cartridge |
a
tubular case for an explosive charge or bullet. |
| cavalry |
troops
mounted on horseback or in armored carriers or helicopters, or
the branch of military service composed of such troops. |
