Drill and Ceremonies (TC 3-21.5) Flashcards
What are the 2 parts of Drill Command?
➢ Preparatory Command
➢ Command of Execution
How many facing movements can be executed from the position of attention?
5 facing movements can be executed from the Position of Attention: Left (Right),
FACE, Half Left (Half Right), FACE, and About, FACE.
How many rest positions are there at the halt?
➢ Parade Rest
➢ Rest
➢ Stand At Ease
➢ At Ease
How far is each step when marching?
30 inches
How far is a half-step when marching?
15 inches
How many commands are there when holding a rifle?
Port Arms, Order (Sling) Arms, Inspection Arms, Right (Left) Shoulder Arms
What are the two prescribed formations?
Line and Column
Explain Open Ranks, MARCH
➢ the first rank takes 2 steps forward,
➢ the second rank takes 1 step forward,
➢ the third rank stands fast,
➢ the fourth rank takes 2 steps backward.
➢ If additional ranks are present, the fifth rank takes 4 steps backward, and the
sixth rank takes 6 steps backward.
Explain Close Ranks, MARCH
➢ the first rank takes 4 steps backward,
➢ the second rank takes 2 steps backward,
➢ the third rank stands fast,
➢ the fourth rank takes 1 step forward.
❖ Explain Counter-Column, MARCH
-1st squad takes 3 steps then column right, then column right around 4th squad
-2nd squad takes 1 step then column right, the column right around 3rd squad
-3rd squad takes 1 step left and executes 2 short column lefts
-4th squad takes 2 steps forward then column left, then column left around 2nd squad
How far is the commander’s post in a formation?
12 steps in front of the front rank of troops and centered on the company.
What commands are used to align the company formations?
➢ Dress, right, DRESS
➢ Cover, RECOVER
What is the army publication for Drill and Ceremony
TC 3-21.5
