Quote Originally Posted by A Very Super Market View Post
I don't think any amount of savvy would have made a difference in this kind of warfare. At least for infantry. Other than standing around, what would the veterans teach the recruits to do better?
Shoot, reload, and stab people better, I'd guess. Soldiers often pick up little tricks and field expedients that aren't taught by the powers that be, for whatever reason. This wouldn't be as important for line infantry but light infantry and skirmishers fight in a more individual style.