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This manual shall be in force and effect in the Army of the United States on and after February 1, 1949 with respect to all court-martial processes taken on or after February 1, 1949.

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Executive Order 10020—Prescribing the Manual for Courts-Martial, U.S. Army 1949

12/06/1948

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