Which statement best captures when a sentry may leave their post according to the 1st General Order?

• A. Only when properly relieved.
• B. Whenever duty ends.
• C. At noon.
• D. When replaced by a higher-ranking soldier.

Answer: (A)

The key idea is that a sentry must stay at the post until someone is officially relieved. You guard everything within your post and quit only when properly relieved, meaning another qualified guard has taken over and acknowledged the handover. This ensures continuous coverage and accountability. Leaving because duty ends or at noon isn’t the formal relief process, and while a higher-ranking soldier may perform the relief, you still depart only when the relief is official.