On the approach march, the roll was called every hour to prevent desertion.

Until 1767 his task was to prevent desertion in the area of Liège.

This process often involved engaging in armed conflict with German forces as they tried to prevent desertion.

The men agreed to do their utmost to prevent desertion at American ports.

I will cover the rear with Mori and prevent desertions.

The Act took additional steps to prevent desertion.

Whether they lay waste the earth to deny us forage or to prevent desertions from their own ranks, I know not.

Soldiers in service enjoyed only the usufruct of their property; the government held the property itself as security for military equipment and to prevent desertions.

Together with the city wall, a form of toll barrier, and the other gates it was intended to prevent desertion and smuggling.

This was primarily to prevent desertions, as soldiers had, on a number of occasions, lowered themselves down the cliff by means of ropes.