"He is responsible for the military education of his squadron, for the discipline of the rank and file, the condition of the horses and stables...." He is also responsible for the moneys and supplies handed over to him. The Captain receives from the Treasurer the money for the use of the squadron on the 1st, 6th, 11th, 16th, 21st, and 26th of each month. This money is divided into two parts: the first being the money to be spent on the men's food, and the second being the men's pocket-money, "which," say the regulations, "must not be less than 5 centimes (½_d._) per day." The money invariably handed over to the men is 2½_d._ every five days in the infantry, and 4_d._ every five days in the cavalry! Corporals get about twice as much, while Sergeants get about 4_d._ a day, and Sergeant-majors 8_d._ What would Tommy Atkins say to that? All the accounts and books are kept by the Sergeant-major, the Sergeant _fourrier_, and the Corporal _fourrier_, non-commissioned officers whose duties will be described more fully later on. All clothes, saddlery, arms, &c., are supplied to the men in the presence of the Captain: all repairs are done on his written requisition. When the men's food is supplied through the _Commission des ordinaires_ the Captain finds every day the amount of supplies required. When, however, he receives money for the purchase of provisions he must see that supplies are bought at the cheapest rate. The daily rations for each private are as follows: Ten ounces of meat (bone included). One pound of bread for soup, which is reduced to 3½ ounces if stew is served instead of soup. In the same way the ration of meat is reduced if fish, lard, or preserves are given to the men. The Captain in Command assigns a horse to each trooper, and has to see that the horses are kept in good condition. He reports on all matters to his Major. SECOND CAPTAIN.--The duties of this officer are two-fold: first, in the squadron, and secondly, as Captain on regimental duty for the week--"Captain of the Week." In the squadron he is under the orders of the Captain Commanding, but he is specially in charge of all matters connected with the food supply. In case of the absence of the Captain Commanding he takes the command of the squadron. The five Second Captains take "the week" by turn. The "Captain of the Week" is under the immediate orders of the "Major of the Week." He has to see to the roll-calls, the assemblies, and the changing of guards. He is in charge of the cells, and is responsible for the cleanliness of the barracks, and their police and security. The evening roll-call takes place in the rooms, and is made by each Sergeant-major, who hands over his report to the _Adjudant_, who makes out a general bulletin and hands it over to the "Captain of the Week." This Captain may order extra roll-calls in the middle of the night should he think fit to do so. LIEUTENANTS AND SUB-LIEUTENANTS.