The bugle was used primarily by infantry and cavalry to relay instructions from officers to soldiers during battle. It was also used at large training camps with service support units to coordinate activities.
Description: A bugle is usually made of copper, gold, (brass) and silver-coloured metals.
Origin: The bugle shown was manufactured by the Whaley Royce & Co. established in 1885. A branch was maintained from 1889-1922 on Main Street in Winnipeg.
History: Bugle calls were quickly standardized amongst infantry regiments for use in camp and barracks to direct men to a particular duty and signal events. The cavalry bugle was also used to issue orders while in combat.
By 1914 Allied units began to relay uniform instructions over short distances.
Bugle Calls: Below is list of some bugle calls and their purpose.
Assembly – Troops to assemble at a designated place.
Boots and Saddles –troops to mount and take their place in line (Cavalry).
Charge – Signals troops to execute a charge (Infantry and Cavalry).
Reveille – Signals troops to awaken for roll call.
Last Post – The Last Post was used to signify the end of the day, Remembrance Day, and at military funerals.
Bugle Music Book in the museum