Drill and Ceremony Flashcards
TC 3-21.5 is descended from what document?
The blue book
what army manual covers drill and ceremony?
TC 3-21.5.
who wrote the blue book?
Baron Friedrich von Steuben
who was Baron friendrich von Steuben?
A prussian, former staff officer to fredrick the great, who was hired by general George washington.
why was Baron Friedrich von Steuben hired by Washington?
Washington recognized that his troops lacked organization, discipline, control and teamwork
What’s the purpose of drill?
- enable a commander to move a unit from one place to another in an orderly and timely manner.
- Promotes discipline, teamwork, confidence, pride, attention to detail
How long is a half-step?
15 inches
describe a rank?
a line that is one element in depth
what is a file?
A column that has a front of one element.
what is interval?
the lateral distance between elements
Define distance.
The space between elements either in a column or file.
describe how a marching step is measured.
heel to heel
describe how arms are swung while marching
nine to the front and six to the rear
what is the length of a marching step?
30 inches
describe cadence
the uniform step and rhythm in marching
what are the two parts of most drill commands?
the preparatory command, the command of execution
most drill commands are composed of how many parts
two
what are three methods of teaching drill?
- step-by-step
- talk-through
- by-the-number
what’s the purpose of ceremonies?
adds color and pageantry to military life while preserving tradition and promoting esprit de corps
describe a drill command.
it is an oral order of the leader or commander
on what foot is the command “halt” given?
the left foot
how many steps per minute in “quick time” march?
120
how many steps per minute in a “double time” march?
180
Do all steps begin with the left foot from “halt”?
no.
Which marching step does not begin on the left foot?
right step, march
What person in a platoon is never out of step?
the platoon guide or leader
How is “open ranks, march” executed?
the first rank takes two paces forward
the second rank takes one pace forward
the third rank stands fast
the fourth rank takes two steps backward
How is the command “close ranks, march” executed?
The first rank takes four steps backward
The second rank takes two steps backward
The third rank stands fast
The fourth rank takes one step forward
What is the length of a backwards step?
15 inches
Who is responsible for the appearance and training of the unit color guard?
The command sergeant major
Describe the first commands of a morning formation?
They are “fall in” and “receive the report”
What is the only Command given from “inspection arms”
Ready, port arms
What are the two types of platoon formations?
column and line formations
What is the length of a right or left step?
15 inches
Describe the five rests executed from the halt position
They are: at ease, stand at ease, rest, parade rest, and fall out
Describe how the “halt” command is executed during a left or right step march
it is a two-count command wit the prepatory command given when the heels are together, and the command of execution given the next step that heels are together
How many steps should separate platoons in a company formation?
five steps
Describe the difference between “route Step, march” and “at ease, march”.
The only major difference is that troops must remain silent during “at ease, march”. both marches allow personnel to march out of step but maintain distance and interval
Describe what an “element” is
it can be a solidr, squad, section, platoon or company - any unit serving as a part of a larger unit
Where is the “head” of an element?
It is the leading element of a column
What is the “post” of a formation?
It is the correct place an officer or NCO will stand in a prescribed formation
what command revokes a prepatory command?
As you were
Describe the “base” of a formation.
it is the element on which movements are planned or regulated
What is a cordon?
A line of soldiers to honor a dignitary upon entering or exiting from a place or vehicle
What is a “flank”
The right or left side of a formation as observed by an element with that formation
What is a directive?
an oral given by a commander to direct or cause a subordinate leader or lead element to take action
What is the “depth” of a formation?
It’s the distance from the front to the rear of a formation and includes the front and rear element
What is inflection?
It’s the rise and fall in pitch and the tone changes of the voice
On what side of the body are sabers and swords worn?
The left side
Who wears sabers?
Officers while participating in ceremonies with troops under arms or as directed
Who wears swords?
platoon sergeants or first sergeants while participating in ceremonies with troops under arms, or as directed
What is the basic difference between sabers and the sword
The toe of the saber is slightly curved while the toe of the sword is straight
What are the four prescribed formations for a company?
- company in line with platoon line.
- company in column with platoons in column
- Company in column with platoons in line (used primarily for ceremonies)
- Company mass formation
Should a soldier raise the left arm in order to obtain correct interval when the command is “dress right, dress”?
Yes
What is the command to avoid an obstacle in the line of march?
incline around ___________
How many degrees is the head turned on the command “eyes right”?
Forty-five degrees
Does everybody turn their head on “eyes right”?
No the right file remains looking forward
What command brings you back to attention from “route step, march”?
Quick time, march
What command should be given when marching troops across a bridge?
Route step, march
What does “cover” mean?
Elements must dress directly behind each other
Who sets the time for the sounding of revieille?
The installation commander
Who sets the time for the sounding of retreat?
The installation commander
how many volleys of rifle fire are customary at a military funeral
three
What type of squad formation is used in counting off?
line or column formation
How is the command for counting off in a squad formation executed?
The command is “count, off”
How does the squad execute counting off when in a line formation?
The counting is executed from the right to left. On the command of executed “off” each soldier, except the right flank man, turns head and eyes to the right and the right flank troop counts off with one. The next troop counts off his or her number and simultaneously turns his or her head and eyes to the front
How does a squad count off when in a column formation?
The counting off is executed from front to rear. on the command of execution “off” the soldier at the head of the column turns his head and eyes over the right soldier and counts off with one. The soldier immediately returns to the position of attention after counting. Every troop executes their number in sequence just as the number one troop. The last person in the column does not count off over his or her right shoulder.
How is “counter column, march” executed?
- The first squad marches forward three steps, executes a column right, marches across the front of the platoon and executes another column right just beyond the fourth squad.
- The second squad steps forward one step, executes a column right, marches forward and executes another column right between the third and fourth squads
- The third squad executes two short column lefts from the halt and marches between the remainder of the third squad and the second squad
- The fourth squad marches forward two steps, executes a column left, marches across the front of the platoon, executes another column left between the first and second squads.
