SECT. VI.

OF INTELLIGENCE

l. At all times endeavour to employ the man who can give you the best information.

2. Nothing contributes more to the success of an enterprize, than good intelligence.
3. It is next to conquest to know the designs and disposition of the enemy.

4. Neglect no opportunity to acquire a competent knowledge of the country wherein you are to serve, and of the force that is to oppose you.

5. There can be no greater misconduct than parsimony to those who can promote your designs, or can furnish you with good intelligence.

6. There are no transactions more successful and advantageous, than those brought about by pecuniary applications.

7. Never discover the man you employ to procure you information.

8. No informatiion can equal observation.