It is a real misfortune to have scores of small company or regimental posts scattered throughout the country; the Army should be gathered in a few brigade or division posts; and the generals should be practised in handling the men in masses.
Roosevelt believes that consolidating Army posts would enhance training and operational effectiveness.
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