human
Young gentlemen, said he, gazing, at the assembled cadets,
gpt
I have an announcement of importance to make to you. In the past you have been under the command of Captain Wilson and Lieutenants Plummer and Montgomery, who have drilled you thoroughly in the arts and duties of the soldier. These instructors will leave the Hall early next week, and then I intend to place the battalion in charge of such officers as you may select for yourselves.
human
Hurrah! came the shout.
gpt
Three cheers for Captain Putnam!
human
Three cheers for Captain Wilson and his assistants!
gpt
As you well know, ever since this school was organized I have been keeping a close watch on every cadet, to find out who was fit to take command. I have prepared a list of sixteen names, which you will find hung up in the general library and in the gymnasium. Of these names the first eight are eligible for the rank of major of the battalion, and all are eligible for the rank of captain, or first or second lieutenant. The position of sergeant or corporal may be filled by any cadet in the school. Voting for the various officers will take place to-morrow, directly after the regular school session.
human
Hurrah!
gpt
Battalion, attention! came the command, a moment later.
human
Carry arms! Present arms! Support arms! Shoulder arms! Forward, march!
gpt
Tap! tap! tap-tap-tap!