By Max
Description: This is a basic minuteman
Image copyright: http://www.ushistory.org/people/minutemen.htm
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Minutemen
By Max Description: This is a basic minuteman Image copyright: http://www.ushistory.org/people/minutemen.htm |
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| Minutemen were a small hand-picked elite force which were required to be highly mobile and able to assemble quickly. Minutemen were selected from militia muster rolls by their commanding officers. Usually 25 years of age or younger, they were chosen for their enthusiasm, reliability, and physical strength. Usually about one quarter of the militia served as Minutemen, performing additional duties as such. The Minutemen were the first armed militia to arrive or await a battle. | |