Military Terms from The Killer Angels

These flashcards cover key military terms from The Killer Angels, providing definitions to enhance understanding of the text.

Martial

Relating to soldiers or military life, often symbolizing bravery and heroism.

Cavalry

A branch of the military that includes troops trained for combat on horseback.

Corps

A large military unit or group, often with specific duties or functions.

Mutineers

Soldiers or sailors who rebel against their commanding authority.

Regiment

A military unit consisting of several battalions or companies.

Courier

A messenger responsible for transporting messages or documents.

Brigade

A military unit consisting of multiple battalions or regiments.

Infantry

Soldiers who fight on foot, distinguished from mounted troops.

Court-Martial

A court that conducts military trials for service members accused of violating military law.

Mason-Dixon Line

The boundary line between Maryland and Pennsylvania, historically significant as the divide between free and slave states.

Bivouac

A temporary campsite, especially for soldiers, without permanent shelters.

En Echelon

A formation in which units are arranged in a step-like line.

Reconnoiter

To scout or survey a location to gather information.

Enfilade Fire

A type of artillery fire that targets the length of a line of troops.

Pont au Feu

A French term for a specific type of military attack.

Rout

A chaotic and disorganized retreat of troops.

Detail

A specific assignment or task given to a member of the military.

Relieved

Feeling free from worry or distress, often after a stressful situation.

Feu d’Enfer

A very intense and destructive fire, often evoking imagery of hell.

Breveted

To confer an honorary military rank without the usual requirements.