113 USMC Drill And Ceremonies Fundamentals Flashcards
What is the five purposes of close order drill?
- Move his unit from one place to another
- Provide simple formations
- Teach discipline
- Give Marines an opportunity to handle individual weapons
- Increase the confidence of his junior officers and of his NCOs
Element
An individual, squad, section, platoon, company, or other unit which is part of a larger unit
Formation
An arrangements of elements on line, in column, or in any other prescribed manner
Line
A formation in which the elements are abreast
Rank
A line of Marines or vehicles placed side by side
Column
A formation in which elements are placed one behind each other
File
A single column of Marines or vehicles one behind the other
Flank
The right or left extremity of a unit either on line or in a column
Interval
The lateral space between elements on the same line. Intervals are measured between individuals from shoulder to shoulder.
Normal Interval
Between individuals in one arm’s length
Close Interval
Horizontal distance between shoulder to elbow when the left hand is placed on the left hip.
Alignment
Dressing of several elements on a straight line
Guide
To regulate the interval, direction, alignment and cadence on the base file (right, left or center)
Center
Middle of the element
Pace
The length of a full step at quick time, which is 30 inches.
Step (Half and Back)
15 inches
Step (Right and Left)
12 inches
Step (Quick and Double Time)
30 and 36 inches
Cadence (Slow Time, Quick Time & Double Time)
A rhythmic rate of march at a uniform step
What are the four characteristics of command voice?
Voice Control, Distinctness, Infection and Cadence
Voice Control
The voice is controlled by opening the throat, using the mouth to shape words, and using the diaphragm to control the volume