TC 3-21.5 Drill and ceremony Flashcards
(15 cards)
What is a formation
The arrangement of element of a unit in a prescribed manner. And mementos in which a number if troops execute movements in unison and with precision just as in drill.
What is the primary value of ceremonies?
To render honors preserve tradition and stimulate esprit de corps.
What book was written in 1779 and is commonly known as the blue book
The regulations for the order and discipline of the troops of the United States
Who was the blue book written by
Baron von steuben
What are the three method of instruction
By the numbers
step by step
talk through
How many steps in a min for the command quick time march
120 Steps per min
How many steps in a min for the command Double time march
180 steps per minute
What are the four restpositoins that can be given at the halt
Parade rest
stand at ease
at ease
rest
How many steps does each rank take when a platoon is given the command “ Open ranks march”
1st rank - two 30 inch steps forward
2nd rank - One 30 inch step forward
3rd rank - stand fast
4th rank - two 15 inch steps backwards
How do you cancel a preparatory command
” As you were “
Who is responsible for the training and appearance of the color guard
CSM
What 4 movements in marching require a 15 inch step
Half left right backward
Give examples of combined commands?
Fall out
Fall in
at ease
rest
What is cadence
A uniform and rhythmic flow of words.
