Order to the Sentry

Question 1

1st general order to the sentry

Answer 1

To take charge of this post and all government property in view.

Question 2

2nd general order to the sentry

Answer 2

To walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on alert, and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing.

Question 3

3rd general order to the sentry

Answer 3

To report all violation of orders I am instructed to enforce.

Question 4

4th general order to the sentry

Answer 4

To repeat all calls from any posts more distance from the gaurdhouse or quaterdeck than my own.

Question 5

5th general order to the sentry

Answer 5

To quit my post only when properly relieved.

Question 6

6th general order to the sentry

Answer 6

To receive, obey and pass onto the sentry who relieves me from the commanding officers. Commanding duty officer, Officer of the deck and all officers and petty officers of the watch only.

Question 7

7th general order to the sentry

Answer 7

Talk to no one expect the line of duty.

Question 8

8th general order to the sentry

Answer 8

Give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.

Question 9

9th general order to the sentry

Answer 9

Call the officer of the deck in any case not covered by instructions.

Question 10

10 general order to the sentry

Answer 10

To salute all Officers and all Colors and standards not cased.

Question 11

11 general order to the sentry

Answer 11

To be especially watchful at night, and during the time challenging, Challenge all persons on or near my post, allow no one to pass without proper authority