MILITARY DRILLS & CEREMONIES — REVIEWER

Drills

consists of certain movements by which a squad, platoon, or company is moved in an orderly manner from one formation to another or from one place to another.

Military ceremonies

formations and movements in which a large number of troops execute movements in uniform and with precision upon command, just as in drill.

Element/s

may refer to: An individual, A squad, Part of a unit, Section, Platoon, Camp or larger unit forming part of the next higher unit

FORMATION

The arrangement of elements in a prescribed manner

Line Formation

Elements are side by side

Column Formation

Elements are placed one behind the other

INTERVAL

The space between elements in a line, or lateral space between elements

Normal Interval

Close Interval

Elbow

Double Interval

both arms

RANK

A single line of individuals.

FILE

A single column of individuals

BASE

An element from which movement is regulated.

CENTER

The middle of a formation.

FLANK

The right or left side of an individual.

COVER

Aligning yourself directly behind the man.

DISTANCE

The space between elements in column.

DEPTH

The distance from front to rear of a formation.

FRONT

The forward space occupied by an element.

ALIGNMENT

The arrangement of individuals on a straight line.

GUIDE

An individual ahead or at the right of a formation designated to control the direction and rate of march.

PIECE

The firearm used by the individual.

PACE

A step of 28 inches, the length of a full step in quick time.

STEP

The normal pace in marching.

QUICK TIME

Normal cadence in marching at 120 steps per minute.

DOUBLE TIME

A faster cadence in marching at 180 steps per minute.

Voice Control, Loudness, Volume, Diaphragm, Distinctiveness, Inflection

FACTORS TO REMEMBER IN EXECUTING COMMANDS

Be distinct

Be loud enough to be heard

Have the correct inflection

Give proper warning and timing so troops can prepare

A command voice should:

VOICE CONTROL

A good command voice is necessary to carry out movements with precision.

LOUDNESS

A command should be loud enough to be heard and understood by everyone receiving or executing the command.

Best achieved with

Good posture

Proper breathing

Correct timing when giving commands

VOLUME

Diaphragm

The muscular partition separating the chest from the abdomen.

• Pronounce words correctly.

• Enunciate words correctly.

• Proper use of the tongue, lips, and teeth is important.

To ensure distinct commands

Correct Execution

Distinct commands ensure

INFLECTION

The change and variation of voice volume

Avoids monotony/dullness

Encourages snap and precision in execution

Purpose of inflection

Know and understand the movement during preparatory commands

Ensure prompt and correct execution during the command of execution

Allow enough time for troops to:

Drink a lot of water before going to training.

During “Tikas Pahinga,” straighten your upper body and relax your knees.

Concentrate.

When asked to command a platoon, do not be nervous.

Love what you do.

Five guidelines for COCC training:

Cadence

means the beat, rhythm, or tempo.

Cadence in Command

Uniform flow in words

Cadence in Marching

Correct timing in steps while marching