navy general order

1st

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

2nd

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

3rd

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

4th

To repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guardhouse than my own

5th

To quit my post only when properly relieved.

6th

To receive, obey, and pass on to the sentry who relieves me all orders from the Commanding Officer, Command Duty Officer, Officer of the Deck, and Officers and Petty Officers of the Watch only.

7th

To talk to no one except in the line of duty.

8th

To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.

9th

call the Officer of the Deck in any case not covered by instructions.

10th

To salute all officers and colors and standards not cased.

11th

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