the camp, always having a guard, always treating the enemy as if they were close, etc. It is also recommended not to stay too long in one place, in order to avoid the accumulation of waste which could lead to disease. If the camp is to last longer, it must be better fortified and the soldiers must remain active and not be idle, while all parties or games are prohibited overnight. The importance of good supplies and the defense of neighboring inhabitants to the camp, if in friendly territory, is still discussed. There are also instructions on moving the camp. Chapter XII-On Military Preparation This is about the importance of setting up the army before the battle and its consequences throughout the battle. It cites some advice on which formation is suitable for battle and which ones are less so, the importance that the leader's orders must be understood and transmitted to the different parts of the troop. , the great importance of keeping a force in reserve in case of unforeseen circumstances. It describes many training scenarios according to various needs, but also the entire process leading to the placement decisions of the troops: evaluations of enemy forces, taking into account the terrain, adaptation of the formation according to the factors (enemy, terrain, weather, troops and equipment available). Chapter XIII-On the Day before Battle This part of the manual covers the preparations and actions that need to be done a day or two before a battle. We can cite a few: Sending a spy towards the enemy in order to prevent a surprise attack and obtain information on their number and equipment. Motivate the troops in several possible ways: parade of weak prisoners in front of the soldiers, speeches echoing past and recent glories and try to allay the worries of the soldiers, try to destroy the reputation of the enemy, etc. The general must rethink all the factors and possibilities that might arise during the next battle or before: hold counsel (see chapter III). Withdraw or fortify the position if the enemy attacks under unfavorable conditions. Make provisions for one to two days, in view of the battle. Chapter XIV-On the Day of Battle In this chapter, we state many actions that a good leader must do on the day of the battle, such as: sanctifying his army to God, adapting the tactics according to the terrain or