Drill / Ceremony
A military ceremony is used to:
- Honor a visiting, high-ranking commander, official, or dignitary, and or permit them to observe the state of training of a command.
- Present decorations and awards.
- Honor or recognize unit or individual achievements.
- Commemorate events.
What is the primary purpose of drill (drill and ceremony)?
The purpose of drill is to enable a commander or non-commissioned officer to move his unit from one place to another in an orderly manner; to aid in disciplinary training by instilling habits of precision and response to the leader’s orders;and to provide for the development of all soldiers in the practice of commandingtroops.
What are the 4 rest positions that can be given at the halt?
- Parade rest
- Stand at ease
- At ease
- Rest
What foot is your leading foot?
Your left foot
While passing the colors or while the colors are passing you, when is the hand salute rendered?
Six paces before and six paces after
How many steps per minute is quick time?
120 steps per minute
How many steps per minute is double time?
180 steps per minute
What command is given to reverse the direction of a march?
Rear March
From what position are all stationary movements given?
Position of attention
On what foot would you give the command "Mark time march"?
On either foot
What is cover?
Aligning yourself directly behind the man to your immediate front, while maintaining correct distance
How do you measure a "step"?
Heel to heel