The 28 “Rules of Ranging”
The 28 “Rules of Ranging” were put together by Major Robert Rogers in 1757, during the French and Indian War (1754–63). The rules were the result of Rogers’ blend of Native American tactics and his own combat techniques, ideas that were revolutionary by military standards of the time. Ranger commander Lt. Colonel William Darby read the rules to the 1st Ranger Battalion during World War II, and a modified version of the rules is followed by the 75th Ranger Regiment and they are considered as the model and “standing orders” for all Ranger activities. The Original Rules: All Rangers are … Continue reading The 28 “Rules of Ranging”
