This series consists of copies of orders issued and received by the U.S. Military Academy, including post orders published by command of the Superintendent, Adjutant, or Commandant of Cadets; orders of the Engineer Department (later called Military Academy orders); and orders of the Adjutant General's Office, including the Headquarters of the Army in Washington. Orders concern cadet appointments, promotions, transfers, resignations, dismissals, and reinstatements; assignment of officers; courts-martial; leave; musters and inspections; examinations and merit rolls; and other related matters.