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Page 2C, Regimental JLS Lesson Plans
Close Order Drill Classes
10. Drill #1, Form & Dismiss, Facing, Column, & Recruit Commands, Class
11. Drill #2, Cadence & Command Voice, Class
12. Drill #3, Open & Close Ranks, Take Intervals, Marching to the Oblique, Class
13. Drill #4, Count Off, Count Cadence Count, Class
14. Squad Drill Card
15. NCO Sword Manual Class
10. Drill #1, Form & Dismiss Squad, Facing & Column Movements
1st Texas Young Marine Regiment
Junior Leadership School
Day 3, July 10th, 2006, Time: 0840-1040
Close Order Drill, Part 1
Form and Dismiss Squad, Facing and Column Movements
Terminal Learning Objectives:
(1) Given a squad or platoon of Young Marines, properly form them in a squad or platoon and
dismiss the squad or platoon.
(2) Given a squad or platoon of Young Marines, properly put them through all facing movements.
(3) Given a squad or platoon of Young Marines, properly put them through column movements.
Enabling Learning Objectives:
(1) Without the use of your guidebook, properly form them up in a squad or platoon formation
and then dismiss the squad or platoon, correcting deficiencies in their performance. Read
EO's (BYM/EO 2, JYM/EOs 1 & 2, & SYM/EOs 1 & 2).
(2) Without the use of your guidebook, properly put them through all facing movements and
correcting deficiencies in their performance. Read EO (BYM/EO 4)
(3) Without the use of your guidebook, properly put the through column movements, correcting
deficiencies in their performance. Read EO (BYM/EOs 5, 7, 8, & 10, JYM/EOs 12 & 13, SYM/
EOs 16 & 19)
OUTLINE
1. General. As a Young Marine Non-commissioned Officer (YMNCO), you will be expected to be
able to move your unit from place to place maintaining the highest form of discipline and order.
This can be achieved with a better understanding of drill and through practice.
2. Purpose. Drill was for numerous reasons:
a. To provide simple formations that other formations may be readily assumed form,
b. Move a unit form place to place in an orderly manner,
c. Instill discipline through automatic response to orders,
d. And to build a leader's confidence through the exercise of command by giving the proper
commands and controlling of the platoon.
3. Forming a Squad or Platoon.
a. The unit leader commands: "Squad (or platoon)" "FALL IN" or: "Squad (or platoon)"
"At Close Interval" "FALL IN".
b. If a Squad, the squad forms in line on the left of the squad leader at normal or close
interval
1) If at normal interval, each Young Marine, except for the Young Marine on the
left flank,
a) Will raise their left arm shoulder high in line with their body.
b) Fingers are extended and joined, palm down, thumb extended along the
forefinger.
c) Each individual, except the squad leader, turns their head and looks to the
right and moves to their right until their right shoulder touches the Young
Marine's finger tips.
2) If a close interval, each Young Marine, except for the Young Marine on the left
flank,
a) Will place their left hand on their hip, elbow in line with their body.
b) Fingers are extended and joined, palm down, thumb extended along the
forefinger.
c) Each individual, except the squad leader, turns their head and looks to the
right and moves to their right until their right arm touches the Young
Marine's elbow.
c. If a platoon, the platoon guide takes post so that the first rank, when aligned on the
guide, will be centered on and 3 paces from the platoon sergeant.
1) The squad leader of the first squad falls in to the left of the guide and aligns at
normal or close interval.
2) If at normal interval, each Young Marine of the 1st squad and 1st squad only,
except for the Young Marine on the left flank,
a) Will raise their left arm shoulder high in line with their body.
b) Fingers are extended and joined, palm down, thumb extended along the
forefinger.
c) Each individual, except the squad leader, turns their head and looks to the
right and moves to their right until their right shoulder touches the Young
Marine's finger tips
3) Other squad leaders fall in directly behind the first squad leader with 40 inches
distance between them.
4) The members of the squads fall in and align on their squad leaders at normal or
close interval as directed and also align themselves directly behind the Young
Marine directly in front of them.
d. As soon as each squad member of the 1st squad only falls in and obtains their proper
interval with the Young Marine to their right,
1) They quickly and quietly drop their arm coming to attention.
2) All Young Marines remain at the position of "Attention" until told otherwise.
e. For Training Recruits:
1) The "Recruits" will form in line on the left of the squad leader at normal interval.
2) The unit leader commands: "Dress Right" "DRESS".
3) Each recruit will respond with: "SNAP", and except for the recruit on the left flank,
a) Will raise their left arm shoulder high in line with their body.
b) Fingers are extended and joined, palm down, thumb extended along the
forefinger.
c) Each individual, except the squad leader, turns their head and looks to the
right and moves to their right until their right shoulder touches the recruit's
finger tips.
4) The unit leader commands: "Ready" "FRONT".
a) Each recruit will respond with: "POP".
b) Each recruit will quickly and quietly drop their arm coming to attention.
c) All recruits remain at the position of "Attention" until told otherwise.
4. Dismissing a Squad or Platoon.
a. The squad or platoon is dismissed only from in line while at "Attention".
1) After passing any information needed by the unit members, the unit leader
commands: "DISMISSED"
2) Officially, the unit members move out to their next assignment.
3) The platoon sergeant usually dismisses the squad or platoon.
b. The squad or platoon is dismissed only from in line while at "Attention".
1) After passing any information needed by the unit members, the unit leader
commands: "DISMISSED"
2) Unofficially, the unit members take one step to the rear saying: "Dismissed,
Aye, Aye, Sir ( "Ma am", or "Young Marine (with rank))", do an about face and
sound off with a big: "OORAH".
3) The unit members move out to their next assignment.
4) The platoon sergeant usually dismisses the squad or platoon.
5. Change the direction of a column.
a. The unit leader commands: "Column Right" "MARCH".
1) The unit leader starts the command on the left foot saying "Column" as the left
foot hits the deck,
2) The unit leader then says "Right" as the right foot hits the deck.
3) The unit leader pauses one count and then gives the command of execution:
"MARCH" on the right foot.
4) The column of Young Marines take one more step and then:
a) The 3rd squad leader:
(1) Places his/her left foot on the deck and pivots 90 degrees to the right.
(2) Then takes one full pace and then takes up the half step for 8 counts,
and steps off with full paces.
b) The 2nd squad leader:
(1) Places his/her left foot on the deck and pivots 45 degrees to the right.
(2) Takes one full step straight ahead and
(3) Places his/her left foot on the deck and pivots 45 degrees to the right.
(4) Then takes one full pace and then takes up the half step for 6 counts,
and steps off with full paces.
c) The 3rd squad leader:
(1) Places his/her left foot on the deck and pivots 30 degrees to the right.
(2) Takes one full step straight ahead and
(3) Places his/her left foot on the deck and pivots 30 degrees to the right.
(4) Takes one full step straight ahead and
(5) Places his/her left foot on the deck and pivots 30 degrees to the right.
(6) Then takes one full pace and then takes up the half step for 4 counts,
and steps off with full paces.
5) Each squad member will then pivot at the same place his/her squad leader did and
repeat the procedure that his/her squad leader did.
b. The unit leader commands: "Column Left" "MARCH".
1) 1st squad will now be the pivot squad verses 3rd squad.
2) All squads will do the same thing as in "Column Right".
3) Unit leader will start command on the "Right Foot".
6. Facing Movements For Recruit Training.
a. Right (Left) Face.
1) The unit leader commands: "Right (or Left)" "FACE".
2) "Recruits Only" respond with: "Cock" (pivot on right or left foot) "Drive" (bring
the other foot to meet the first foot).
b. About Face.
1) The unit leader commands: "About" "FACE".
2) "Recruits Only" respond with: "Trace the C" (with the right foot, trace a 'C' on
the deck) "Ease About" (pivot to the right on the left Heel and the right toe, then
bring the left foot up to meet the right foot).
7. Additional Recruit Teaching Commands.
a. Forward March.
1) The unit leader commands: "Forward".
2) "Recruits Only" respond with: "Sir, with a full 30 inch step with the left foot
first, Sir".
3) The unit leader then commands: "MARCH".
4) The "Recruits Only" take one step with their left foot and stop.
5) This is repeated several times until recruits get the concept of always starting
off with the left foot first.
b. To Get Eyes On Instructor.
1) The unit leader or instructor commands: "EYES".
2) All Young Marines and/or Recruits respond with: "Clicked".
c. To Get Ears Open And Listening To Instructor.
1) The unit leader or instructor commands: "EARS".
2) All Young Marines and/or Recruits respond with: "OPEN".
d. To Prepare To Take Seats.
1) After Young Marines or Recruits are lined up in front of their seating position,
a) The unit leader or instructor commands: "Prepare To Take Seats".
b) Young Marines and/or Recruits reply: "Prepare To Take Seats" "Aye, Aye,
(Sir, Ma am, or Young Marine (Rank) Name)"
c) The unit leader or instructor then commands: "Take".
d) The Young Marines and/or Recruits inhale loudly and hold breath.
(1) If unit leader or instructor is not satisfied with response, command
is: "Exhale".
(2) Unit leader or instructor will then reissue command of: "Take" and
Young Marines and/or Recruits will inhale loudly and hold breath.
e) The unit leader or instructor then commands: "SEATS".
f) The Young Marines and/or Recruits exhale loudly while seating at attention.
g) The unit leader or instructor commands: "Adjust".
h) The Young Marines and/or Recruits response: (Relax).
Conclusion
During this class you have been taught how to form a squad or platoon, give column
movements. Also commands used during Recruit Training. You may be evaluated on this
class by either a written exam and/or in the performance of drill. It is up to you to use the
information taught in this class to make not only yourself better but your unit as a whole
better.
1st Texas Young Marine Regiment
Junior Leadership School
Day 3, July 10th, 2006, Time: 1500-1630
Close Order Drill, Part 2
Cadence and Command Voice
Terminal Learning Objectives:
(1) Given a squad or platoon of Young Marines, be able to command a squad or platoon
through proper use of a command voice.
(2) Given a squad or platoon of Young Marines, be able to drill and move a squad or platoon
from one position to another in a professional manner with a cadence that all Young
Marines can understand, thus staying in step.
Enabling Learning Objectives:
(1) Without the use of your guidebook, be able to command a squad or platoon through
proper use of a command voice. Read Old "Young Marine Guidebook" pages 8-35
through 8-37.
(2) Without the use of your guidebook, be able to drill and move a squad or platoon from
one position to another in a professional manner with a cadence that all Young Marines
can understand, thus staying in step. Read old "Young Marine Guidebook" pages 8-35
through 8-37.
OUTLINE
1. General.
a. As a Young Marine Non-commissioned Officer (YMNCO), you will be expected to
be able to move your unit from place to place maintaining the highest form of
discipline and order. This can be achieved with a better understanding of drill
and through practice.
b. Unquestioning obedience to a lawful command is a basic concept of military life.
A command given by proper authority demands the follower's immediate response
to the will of the leader.
c. When a lawful command is issued, there can be no question on the part of the
follower as to whether the command is correct or whether there is an option as
to carrying it out. He must be trained to carry out the instruction continued in
the command to the very best of his ability.
2. Purpose. Drill was for numerous reasons:
a. To provide simple formations that other formations may be readily assumed form,
b. Move a unit form place to place in an orderly manner,
c. Instill discipline through automatic response to orders,
d. And to build a leader's confidence through the exercise of command by giving the
proper commands and controlling of the platoon.
3. Command Voice.
a. Voice Control. The voice is controlled by opening the throat, using the mouth to
shape the words and using the diaphragm to control the volume.
1) Loudness of a command is adjusted to the number of people present and
distance from these people.
2) The most important muscle used in breathing is the diaphragm. This is the
large muscle that separates the chest cavity from the abdominal cavity.
3) The cavities of the throat, mouth and nose act as amplifiers and help to
give fullness and projection to the voice.
4) Give examples of voice control.
b. Command Presence. The only position for giving commands is at the position
of "Attention".
1) If you demonstrate military bearing, so will your people.
2) If you slouch, your people will have the tendency to do likewise.
3) If you are instructing a class, you are at a modified position of Parade
Rest/ At Ease. Not slouching in a chair and demanding your class to sit up.
4) Give examples of Command Presence.
c. Distinctness. All commands can be pronounced correctly without loss of effect.
1) Distinctness depends on the correct use of your tongue, lips and teeth
which form the separate sounds of a word.
2) To develop the ability to give clear, distinct commands, practice giving
commands slowly and carefully, prolonging the syllables.
3) Then gradually increase your rate of delivery until you develop the proper
cadence, yet enunciating each syllable distinctly.
d. Inflection. Inflection is the rise and fall in [pitch and tone in the voice.
e. Voice Cadence. Cadence when speaking is regards to commands means a
uniform and rhythmic flow of words.
1) The interval between commands is generally to uniform length for any
given troop unit.
2) This is necessary so that everyone in the unit will be able to understand
the preparatory command and will know when to expect the command of
execution.
3) Except when supplementary commands need to be given, the best interval
of time for the squad or platoon on the march allows one step to be taken
between the preparatory command and the command of execution.
4. Types of Commands.There are five types of commands.
a. Preparatory Command. The preparatory command in the command which
indicates the movement.
1) Beginning Pitch - Normal speaking voice.
2) Inflection - Rising inflections.
3) Cadence - Normally, one count.
b. Command of Execution. The command of execution is the command which
indicates when a movement is to be executed.
1) Beginning Pitch - Higher that last pitch of the Preparatory command.
2) Inflection - None.
c. Supplementary Command. A supplementary command is given when an
element of a larger unit is acting separately.
1) An example would be "Continue To March," given by the second platoon
commander when the company is in column and a column movement is
ordered.
2) PITCH and INFLECTION - The pitch and inflection are the same as for the
type of command it replaces.
a) "Continue To March" is both a preparatory command and a command
of execution. It is given in a flat pitch.
b) "Forward" is a preparatory command and is given in a speaking voice
with rising inflection.
d. Combined Commands. Commands in which the preparatory command and the
command of execution are combined.
1) Are delivered without inflection.
2) Given with the same loudness of a command of execution.
3) An example would be "Pass In Review".
e. Commands to Subordinate Leaders. This command is not for execution by
the Young Marine in ranks.
1) It is given to the subordinate leasers and they in turn will give the
command to be executed to the elements of that larger unit.
2) An example of this type of command would be "Dress Right".
a) Pitch - It begins at a pitch higher that the normal speaking voice.
b) Inflection - It has downward inflection, a grounding command.
5. Marching Cadence. When marching troops from one location to another, there is a
need for keeping the Young Marines of your unit in step. This cadence needs to be
very rhythmic to the point that the Young Marines marching have to spend very little
concentrated thought as to the cadence to keep in step. This can be done very easily
if you do not try to complicate the cadence.
a. As the heel hits the deck, the word is spoken and the voice is projected.
b. Cadence is normally spoken as:
1) Left, Right, Left Right.
2) One, Two, Three, Four.
c. If you are using something like "Your Left", the word "Left" must be spoken as
the left heel strikes the deck.
d. Cadence may be personalized, BUT your troops must be able to understand your
cadence with the same degree of understanding as noted above.
Conclusion
During this class you have been taught how to develop a command voice and to develop
a cadence that can be understood by all Young Marine that you are drilling. You may be
evaluated on this class by either a written exam and/or in the performance of drill. It is up
to you to use the information taught in this class to make not only yourself better but your
unit as a whole better.
12. Drill #3, Open & Close Ranks, Take Intervals, Marching
to the Oblique, Class
1st Texas Young Marine Regiment
Junior Leadership School
Day 4, July 11th, 2006, Time: 0950-1130
Close Order Drill, Part 3
Open & Close Intervals, March to the Oblique
Terminal Learning Objectives:
(1) Given a squad or platoon of Young Marines, properly have them obtain close interval from
normal interval in line.
(2) Given a squad or platoon of Young Marines, properly have them obtain normal interval from
close interval in line.
(3) Given a squad or platoon of Young Marines, properly have them execute a march to the right
or left oblique while marching.
(4) Given a squad or platoon of Young Marines, properly have them execute a march to the right
or left flank while marching.
(5) Given a squad or platoon of Young Marines, properly have them obtain double arm interval.
Enabling Learning Objectives:
(1) Without the use of your guidebook, properly have them obtain close interval from normal
interval in line. Read "Junior Young Marine Guidebook" page JYM-1-9 and "Senior Young
Marine Guidebook" page SYM-1-9.
(2) Without the use of your guidebook, properly have them obtain normal interval from close
interval in line. Read "Junior Young Marine Guidebook" page JYM-1-9 and "Senior Young
Marine Guidebook" page SYM-1-9
(3) Without the use of your guidebook, properly have them march to the right or left oblique.
Read "Junior Young Marine Guidebook" page JYM-1-11 and "Senior Young Marine
Guidebook" page SYM-1-17 thru SYM-1-18.
(4) Without the use of your guidebook, properly have your squad march to the right or left flank
from in line. Read "Junior Young Marine Guidebook" page JYM-1-12 through JYM-1-14.
(5) Without the use of your guidebook, properly have your platoon march to the right or left
flank. Read "Senior Young Marine Guidebook" page SYM-1-15 thru SYM-1-16.
(6) Without the use of your guidebook, properly have them go to double- arm interval. Read
"Junior Young Marine Guidebook" page JYM-1-9 through JYM-1-10 and "Senior Young Marine
Guidebook" page SYM-1-10.
OUTLINE
1. General.
a. As a Young Marine Non-commissioned Officer (YMNCO), you will be expected to be able
to move your unit from place to place maintaining the highest form of discipline and
order. This can be achieved with a better understanding of drill and through practice.
2. Purpose. Drill was for numerous reasons:
a. To provide simple formations that other formations may be readily assumed form,
b. Move a unit form place to place in an orderly manner,
c. Instill discipline through automatic response to orders,
d. And to build a leader's confidence through the exercise of command by giving the
proper commands and controlling of the platoon.
3. Close Interval From Normal Interval In Line
a. The purpose of this movement is to close the interval between individuals of a squad
or platoon in line to 4 inches.
b. It may be executed when the squad or platoon is halted at attention and in line at
normal interval.
c. The command is "Close" "MARCH."
d. The squad leader(s) are/is the base of this movement. On the command "MARCH,"
the squad leaders stand fast and place their left hand on their hip to provide interval
for the individuals to their left.
e. At the same time, all other members of the squad and platoon, except for the platoon
guide, face to the right as in marching, march toward the right flank until approximately
4 inches from the person in front of them, halt, and face to the left.
1) They then execute at close interval dress right dress.
2) After aligning and without command, they smartly lower their left hands and turn
their heads to the front as soon as the individual to their left has touched their
elbow with his/her right arm and stopped moving.
3) Cover is then obtained without command.
f. If a platoon, on the command of execution, the guide will step to the left as in marching
and close to 4 inches on the first squad leader.
1) After halting and facing to the right, the guide will execute at close interval dress
left dress.
2) When aligned and at the proper interval, the guide will return to the position of
attention.
g. The platoon commander or unit leader, on his/her own command of execution
"MARCH" will step to the left in marching.
1) He/she marches parallel to the platoon/squad maintaining a distance of 6/3
paces from the platoon/squad.
2) When approximately on the center of the platoon/squad, at close interval, the
platoon commander/unit leader halts and faces the platoon/squad.
3) The platoon commander/unit leader then adjusts to the center of the
platoon/ squad by taking small steps left or right.
4. Normal Interval from Close Interval In Line
a. The purpose of this movement is to extend the interval between individuals of a squad
or platoon in line to one arm length.
b. It may be executed when the squad or platoon is halted at attention and in line at
close interval.
c. The command is "Extend" "MARCH."
d. The squad leader(s) are/is the base of this movement. On the command "MARCH,"
the squad leaders stand fast and raise their left arm(s) to shoulder height to provide
interval for the individuals to their left.
e. At the same time, all other members of the squad and platoon, except for the platoon
guide, face to the left as in marching, march toward the left flank until they have
opened approximately 30-inches from the person behind them, halt, and face to
the right.
1) They then execute at normal interval dress right dress.
2) After aligning and without command, they smartly lower their left hands and
turn their heads to the front as soon as the individual to their left has touched
their finger tips with his/her right arm and stopped moving.
3) Cover is then obtained without command.
f. If a platoon, on the command of execution, the guide will take one step to the right as
in marching, halt and face to the left.
1) The guide will execute dress left dress.
2) When aligned and at the proper interval, the guide will return to the position of
attention.
g. The platoon commander or unit leader, on his/her own command of execution
"MARCH" will step to the right in marching.
1) He/she marches parallel to the platoon/squad maintaining a distance of 6/3
paces from the platoon/squad.
2) When approximately on the center of the platoon/squad, at normal interval, the
platoon commander/unit leader halts and faces the platoon/squad.
3) The platoon commander/unit leader then adjusts to the center of the platoon/
squad by taking small steps left or right.
5. March In The Oblique
a. The purpose of this movement s to shift the line of march to the right or left for a short
distance and then resume marching in the original direction.
b. It may be executed from any formation that is marching at quick time cadence.
c. The command is "Right (Left) Oblique" "MARCH."
d. The word Oblique is pronounced to rhyme with strike.
e. The command of execution is given as the foot in the direction of the turn strikes the
deck.
f. To teach the platoon/squad to march to the oblique, the instructor aligns the units and
has members face half right (left).
1) Individuals keeping their shoulders parallel to the persons in front and/or
adjacent to them achieve this.
2) The individual at the corner of the platoon/squad toward the direction of the
oblique is the base of the movement, and must maintain a steady line of march
keeping his/her other shoulders blocked perpendicular to the direction of march.
g. To march the platoon/squad in the right oblique, the command is "Right Oblique"
"MARCH."
1) On the command "MARCH," everyone then takes one more 30-inch step to the
front with the left foot and pivots 45 degrees to the right on the ball of the left
foot.
2) Stepping out of the pivot with a 30-inch step, the entire platoon/squad marches
to the right oblique until given another command.
h. For the platoon to resume marching in the original direction, the command is
"Forward" "MARCH," in this case the command of execution will be given as the left
foot strikes the deck.
1) Everyone then takes one more step in the oblique direction with the right foot,
pivots back to the original front and continues to march.
2) To march to the left oblique, substitute left for right and right for left in the
above sequence.
i. To halt the squad facing in the original direction of march the command is "Platoon"
"MARCH."
1) The command of execution "HALT" is given on the left foot when marching to
the right oblique, and on the right foot when marching to the left oblique.
2) At the command "HALT," everyone takes on e more step in the oblique direction,
pivots to the original front on the toe of the right (left) foot, and places the left
(right) foot beside the other at the position of attention.
j. To temporary halt the platoon/squad in the oblique direction, in order to correct errors,
the command is "In Place" "HALT."
1) The command of execution "HALT" may be given as either foot strikes the deck.
2) At the command of execution "HALT," the squad halts in two counts as in quick
time and remains facing in the oblique direction.
3) The only command that can be given after halting in place is "Resume"
"MARCH."
4) At the command the movement continues marching in the oblique direction.
k. When given half step or mark time while marching in the oblique, the only commands
that may be given are, "Resume" "MARCH," to continue marching with a 30-inch
step in the oblique; or "In Place" "HALT." to resume in the oblique in order to correct
errors.
6. March To The Flank
a. The purpose of this movement in to march the platoon to the right or left flank for a
short distance.
b. It may be executed from any formation that is marching at quick time or double time
cadence.
c. The command is "By The Right (Left) Flank" "MARCH."
d. The command of execution is given at the foot in the direction of the turn strikes the
deck.
1) To execute a right flank when marching at quick time, the command is "By The
Right Flank" "MARCH," everyone takes one more 30-inch step to the front with
the left foot and then pivots 90 degrees to the right on the ball on the left foot.
2) Stepping out of the pivot with a 30-inch step, the entire platoon/squad marches
in line to the right flank.
3) The platoon commander/unit leader and platoon guide execute the flanking
movement with the platoon, but do not change their position within the platoon.
e. For the platoon/squad to resume marching in the original direction, the command is
"By The Left Flank" "MARCH."
f. To march to the left flank, substitute left for right and right for left in the above
sequence.
g. No other command may be given when marching to the flank until the unit has
resumed marching to the original front.
h. When this movement is executed from a column at close interval, squad(s) to the rear
of the squad that becomes the leading squad takes up the half step.
1) They resume a full step as soon as a 40-inch distance has opened between
squads.
2) After such a movement, the platoon/squad maintains normal interval until close
march is commanded.
i. When marching at double time, on the command of execution "MARCH," everyone
takes two more 36-inch steps to the front then two 6-inch vertical steps in place at
double time cadence.
1) While stepping in place, everyone turns 90 degrees toward the direction
commanded and then steps off with a 36-inch step in the new direction.
j. When the platoon/squad executes flank movements from a column at close interval,
squad(s) to the rear of the squad that becomes the leading squad, will take up a half
step.
1) They resume a full step as soon as a 40-inch distance has opened between
squads.
2) After such a movement, the platoon/squad maintains normal interval until close
march is commanded.
7. Obtain Double Arm Interval In Line
a. The purpose of this movement is to extend the interval between individuals of a squad
or platoon in line to double arm length.
b. It may be executed when the squad or platoon is halted at attention and in line at
normal or close interval.
c. The command is "Take Interval To The Left" "MARCH."
d. The squad leader(s) are/is the base of this movement. On the command "MARCH,"
the squad leaders stand fast and raise their left arm(s) to shoulder height to provide
interval for the individuals to their left.
e. At the same time, all other members of the squad and platoon, except for the platoon
guide, face to the left as in marching, march toward the left flank until they have
opened approximately 70-inches from the person behind them, halt, and face to the
right.
1) They then smartly turn their heads to the right and raise both arms to shoulder
height.
2) Individuals on the left flank will only raise their right arm.
3) After aligning and without command, they smartly lower their left arms and turn
their heads to the front as soon as the individual to their left has touched their
finger tips with his/her right finger tips and stopped moving.
4) Cover is then obtained without command.
f. If a platoon, on the command of execution, the guide will take two steps to the right
as in marching, halt and face to the left.
1) The guide will execute dress left dress.
2) When aligned and at the proper interval, the guide will return to the position of
attention.
g. The platoon commander or unit leader, on his/her own command of execution
"MARCH" will step to the right in marching.
1) He/she marches parallel to the platoon/squad maintaining a distance of 6/3
paces from the platoon/squad.
2) When approximately on the center of the platoon/squad, at normal interval,
the platoon commander/unit leader halts and faces the platoon/squad.
3) The platoon commander/unit leader then adjusts to the center of the platoon/
squad by taking small steps left or right.
8. Obtain Normal Interval From Double Arm Interval
a. The purpose of this movement is to close the interval between individuals of a squad
or platoon in line to normal interval.
b. It may be executed when the squad or platoon is halted at attention and in line at
normal interval.
c. The command is "Assemble To The Right" "MARCH."
d. On the command of execution, the interval is reduced in a manner similar to close
march: except that individuals halt approximately 30 inches from each other, face
and execute the appropriate dress movement to obtain normal interval.
e. The platoon commander/unit leader on his/her command of execution "MARCH" will
step to the left in marching.
1) He/she marches parallel to the platoon/squad maintaining a distance of 6/3
paces from the platoon/squad.
2) When approximately on the center of the platoon at normal interval the platoon
commander/unit leader halts and faces the platoon/squad.
3) The platoon commander/unit leader then adjusts to the center of the platoon by
taking small steps left or right.
Conclusion
During this class you have been taught how to form a platoon/squad at close interval and
normal interval, march to the oblique or flank, and take a double arm interval. You may be
evaluated on this class both on a written exam and in the performance of drill. It is up to
you to use the information taught in this class to make not only yourself better but your
unit as a whole better.
13. Drill #4, Count Off, Cadence Count, Class
1st Texas Young Marine Regiment
Junior Leadership School
Day 5, July 12th, 2006, Time: 1330-1430
Close Order Drill, Part 4
Count Off, Cadence Count
Terminal Learning Objectives:
(1) Given a platoon of Young Marines, properly have them Count off and Count off by fours.
(2) Given a platoon of Young Marines, properly have them perform Cadence Count and
Delayed Cadence count.
Enabling Learning Objectives:
(1) Without the use of your guide book, properly have them count of by ones and by fours.
(2) Without the use of your guide book, have them perform Cadence Count and Delayed
Cadence Count.
OUTLINE
1. General.
a. As a Young Marine, you are going to find yourself in positions that you must find the
number of Young Marines in a column. This is done by the command “Count Off”.
2. Count Off.
a. To perform “Count Off” in a squad:
1) The preparatory command is “Count,”
2) The command of execution is “Off”.
b. At the Preparatory Command, “COUNT”, all the Young Marines, except the Young
Marine on the Right Flank, smartly turn their heads to the right.
c. The Right Flank Young Marine shouts “ONE.”
d. The Young Marine to his/her left shouts “TWO”.
e. This procedure continues until the end of the squad.
f. To perform “Count Off” in a column:
1) The command is:
a) Preparatory Command is “FROM FRONT TO REAR”.
b) Command of Execution is “COUNT OFF.”
2) On the command of execution, each Young Marine starting with the front Young
Marine, turns his/her head to the right, and smartly shouts his/her number as
he/she turns their head to the right, and smartly shouts his/her number as
he/she turns his/her head back to the front.
g. If the purpose of Count Off is to find the total number of Young Marines under your
command, when in files, the count off will be with the first squad first,
1) At the Preparatory Command, “COUNT”, all the Young Marines, except the Young
Marine on the Right Flank, smartly turn their heads to the right.
2) The Right Flank Young Marine shouts “ONE.”
3) The Young Marine to his/her left shouts “TWO”.
4) This procedure continues until the end of the squad.
5) At this point, the last Young Marine after shouting off his/her number, will also
shout out “LAST YOUNG MARINE.”
6) Next, the first Young Marine to the far right in the second squad, will shout out
the next number after the last number shouted out by the last Young Marine in
the first squad.
7) Repeat step 7, then steps 2 through 5.
3. Count Off By Fours.
a. To perform “By Fours, Count Off” in a column:
1) The preparatory command is “By Fours,”
2) The command of execution is “Count Off”.
b. While in a column and at the Command of Execution, “Count Off”, the Young Marine
Squad Leaders smartly turn their heads to the right shouting “ONE” and then
returning their heads back to the front.
c. The next row of Young Marines shout “TWO.”
d. This is repeated by the third row of Young Marines who shout “THREE”.
e. The forth row repeats this procedure shouting “FOUR”.
f. The fifth row starts the procedure all over again repeating “b through e”.
g. This procedure continues until they get to the end of the column.
4. Count Cadence Count.
a. While marching, “Count Cadence Count” may be given. This is used to enhance the
precision of the cadence within the marching unit.
b. The preparatory command is “COUNT CADENCE”.
c. On the command of execution of “COUNT”, all Young Marines shout out the numbers,
"ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR, ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR", starting with one on the
left foot.
5. Delayed Cadence Count.
a. While marching, “Delayed Cadence Count” may be given. This is used to enhance
the precision of the cadence within the marching unit.
b. The preparatory command is “DELAYED CADENCE”.
c. On the command of execution of “COUNT”, all Young Marines shout out the number
“ONE” as the left foot hits the deck.
d. All troops silently count "TWO, THREE, FOUR" as each foot hits the deck.
e. As the left foot hits the deck again, all Young Marines shout out the number "TWO".
f. All troops silently count again "TWO, THREE, FOUR" as each foot hits the deck.
g. As the left foot hits the deck again, all Young Marines shout out the number "THREE".
h. All troops silently count again "TWO, THREE, FOUR" as each foot hits the deck.
i. As the left foot hits the deck again, all Young Marines shout out the number "FOUR".
j. Repeat Steps "c" through "i" starting with all Young Marines shouting out the numbers
"ONE" "TWO" "THREE" "FOUR" with the proper delay in between each number.
k. Next, as the left foot hits the deck, all Young Marines shout out the number "ONE".
l. This Time, each time the left foot hits the deck, the next number is shouted out by all
Young Marines "TWO, THREE, FOUR".
m. Repeat Steps "k" and "l" one more time.
n. Upon completing Step m, and the next time the left foot hits the deck, all Young
Marines shout out the numbers "ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR, ONE, TWO, THREE,
FOUR".
CONCLUSION
During this class you have been taught how to count off in a squad and platoon, plus count off
by fours and count cadence count/delayed cadence count. You may be evaluated of this class
both on a written exam and in the performance of drill. It is up to you to use the information
taught in this class to make not only yourself better but your unit as a whole better.
14. Squad Drill Card
| DRILL CARD FORM SQUAD AT CLOSE INTERVAL ALIGN SQUAD AT NORMAL INTERVAL COUNT OFF IN LINE COUNT OFF IN COLUMN MARCH SQUAD IN A COLUMN OBLIQUES RIGHT OR LEFT MARCH TO THE REAR FLANKING MOVEMENTS (RIGHT OR LEFT CHANGE DIRECTION OF THE COLUMN FORM A COLUMN OF TWOS FROM A SINGLE FILE FORM A SINGLE FILE FROM A COLUMN OF TWOS DISMISS THE SQUAD | COMMANDS TO BE GIVEN ( AT CLOSE INTERVAL FALL IN ) (DRESS RIGHT DRESS) (COUNT OFF) (RIGHT FACE, FROM FRONT TO REAR COUNT OFF, LEFT FACE) (RIGHT FACE, FORWARD MARCH) (RIGHT OBLIQUE MARCH, FORWARD MARCH) (TO THE REAR MARCH, 2 TIMES) (BY TH LEFT OR RIGHT FLANK MARCH) (COLUMN LEFT OR RIGHT MARCH) ( COLUMN OF TWOS FROM THE LEFT OR RIGHT MARCH) (COLUMN OF FILES TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT) (SQUAD DISMISSED) |
15. NCO Sword Manual, Class
1st Texas Young Marine Regiment
Junior Leadership School
Day 5, July 12th, 2006, Time 0950-1030
NCO Sword Manual
Terminal Learning Objectives:
(1) Given the position that requires the use of the NCO Sword, be able to name all components
of the NCO Sword.
(2) Given the position that requires the use of the NCO Sword, be able to perform all movements
using the NCO Sword.
Enabling Learning Objectives:
(1) Without the use of a manual, be able to identify all components of the NCO Sword.
(2) Without the use of a manual, it will perform all movements using the NCO Sword.
OUTLINE:
1. General Rules:
a. Officers and noncommissioned officers execute the sword manual in the same manner
with the following exceptions:
1) The officer's scabbard is rotated to draw or return sword.
a) The Marine officer's scabbard is worn with the convex edge to the rear,
except when rotated 180 degrees to draw or return sword.
2) The noncommissioned officers scabbard is attached to a frog which prevents it
from rotating.
a) It is worn with the convex edge to the front and remains in that position
during draw and return sword.
b. Officers and noncommissioned officers draw and return sword, without command,
when the commander of the unit does.
1) Unless members of the commander's of staff, they execute all other movements
of the sword manual on the commander's command to the unit.
2) Staff members execute all other movements on the commander's separate
command to his staff.
3) The sword will be drawn with armed troops, except when at ease, rest, route
step, at ease march, or when inspecting troops.
4) A unit commander, after being inspected, will return sword prior to accompany
the expecting party, except during the inspection of an honor guard.
c. Carry Sword is assumed when:
1) Giving commands.
2) Changing position in formation at quick time.
3) Addressing or being addressed by a senior.
4) The preparatory command for quick time has been given.
5) Without marching at quick time.
6) Any manual of arms movement that has been ordered except parade rest,
at ease, rest, present arms, or eyes right (left).
d. Present Sword is assumed to when:
1) Saluting with the Sword.
2) The unit is presented to the colors or any person, or when the National Anthem,
To The Color, Retreat, or Hail to the Chief is played.
3) Executing eyes right (left) while marching past a reviewing officer or stand.
a) If in the interior of a formation, remain at carry sword.
e. While marching with the sword at the carry, both arms should swing 6 inches to the
front and 3 inches than to the rear.
1) Do not hold the scabbard or sling.
f. While marching at double time, hold the sword diagonally across the chest with the
sharp edge to the front.
1) Hold the scabbard with the left hand just below the lower brass ring
mounting/frog.
g. When calling roll, reading documents, or publishing orders to a formation, slip the
fingers of the left hand between the sword grip and knot (officers) or guard
(noncommissioned officers).
1) Keep the left elbow against the side.
2) Hold the document with both hands.
h. When not in formation, keep the sword in its scabbard.
i. Components of noncommissioned officer's sword:
1) Knuckle bow - The curved metal hand protector by handle.
2) Grip - The handle portion of sword.
3) Throat of scabbard - The opening of the scabbard that sword in placed into.
4) Frog stud - Small log onto side of scabbard that grips the frog (leather carrying
holster).
5) Frog - The leather sword carrying holster.
2. Draw the Sword (For The NCO):
a. The command is: "Draw" "SWORD".
b. On the preparatory command: "Draw":
1) Grip the scabbard just below the frog with the left hand.
2) Tilt it forward to form a 45 degree angle with the deck.
3) Take to the grip in the right hand and raise it about 10 inches from the scabbard.
4) The right forearm should now be parallel to the deck and the left hand holding
the scabbard against the side.
c. On the command of execution, "Sword":
1) Draw the Sword smartly, raising the right arm to its full extent, directly to the
front at an angle of about 45 degrees, the sword in a straight line with the
arm, edge down.
2) Drop the left hand by the side.
3) Pause for one account.
4) Bring the back of the blade against the shoulder seam of the coat, the blade
vertical, back of the grip to the rear, the arm nearly extended, the thumb and
the forefinger embracing the lower part of the grip, the thumb against the
trouser seam, and the fingers joined behind the end of the hilt.
5) This is the position of Carry Sword.
3. Present Sword From Carry Or Order Sword:
a. The command is: "Present" "SWORD (Arms)".
b. It may be given only when halted at Order Sword or Carry Sword.
c. On the preparatory command: "Present":
1) Raise the right hand to the level of the and 6 inches in front of the neck.
2) Keep the thumb on the left side of the grip, wrist straight, and elbow against
the body.
3) The blade should tilt forward at 30 degrees.
d. On command of execution: "SWORD (Arms)":
1) Bring the point down smartly, without whipping, to a position 3 inches above
the deck and slightly right of the right foot.
2) Straight to the arm so the guard is against the trouser seam.
3) The blade is inclined down and to the front with the sharp edge to the left.
4) The thumb remains on the left side of the grip.
e. When the Sword is at Carry or Order Sword, and it becomes necessary to salute,
execute Present Sword.
4. Order Sword From Present Sword:
a. The command is: "Order" "SWORD (Arms)".
b. It is executed in one count.
c. On the command of execution: "SWORD (Arms):
1) Turn the sharp edge down.
2) In disposition, the right arm hangs naturally with thumb along the trouser seam.
3) The blade slants down to the right with the point three inches from the deck.
5. Eyes Right (Left) From Carry Or Order Sword:
a. The command is: "Eyes" "RIGHT (Left)".
b. It may be given only when halted at Order Sword or when marching at Carry Sword.
c. It is executed in two counts.
d. On preparatory command: "Eyes":
1) Raise the right hand to the level of and 6 inches in front of the neck.
2) Keep the thumb on the left side of the grip, wrist straight, and elbow against
the body.
3) The blade should tilt forward at 30 degrees.
e. On command of execution: "RIGHT (Left)":
1) Bring the point down smartly, without whipping, to a position 3 inches above
the deck and slightly right of the right foot.
2) Straighten the arm so the guard is against the trouser seam.
3) The blade is slanted down and to the front, with the sharp edge to the left.
4) The thumb remains on the left side of the grip.
5) At the same time, turned the head and eyes 45 degrees to the right (left).
6) If in the extreme right (left) file, continue looking straight ahead.
6. Order Sword From Eyes Right (Left):
a. The command is: "Ready" "FRONT".
b. It is executed in one count.
c. On command of execution: "FRONT", turn the sharp edge of the sword down.
1) At the same time, turn the head and eyes smartly to the front.
7. Carry Sword From Eyes Right (Left) (Executed When On The March) and:
a. The command is: "Ready" "FRONT".
b. Execution is begun on the preparatory command.
c. On the preparatory command: "Ready", turn the sharp edge of the sword down.
d. On the command of execution: "FRONT":
1) Raise the sword to Carry.
2) At the same time, turn of the head and eyes to the front.
8. Parade Rest From Order Arms:
a. The command is: "Parade" "REST".
b. This command is normally given from Order Sword, in which case it is executed in
one count.
c. If given when at another position of the manual, come to Order Sword on the
preparatory command: "Parade".
d. On the command of execution: "REST", move the left foot smartly 12 inches to the left.
e. At the same time, lower the point of the sword to the deck, place the left hand behind
you, just below the belt.
9. Order Sword From Parade Rest:
a. The command is: "Platoon (Company, Unit, Detail)" "ATTENTION'.
b. It is executed in one count.
c. On the command of execution: "ATTENTION", bring the left foot smartly against the
right foot and the left hand back to the side.
d. Raise the blade is the point is three inches from the deck.
10. At Ease From Any Position Of The Sword:
a. The command is: "AT EASE".
b. It may be given from any position of the sword.
c. On the command : "AT EASE", come to Order Sword if not already at that position.
Then move the left foot 12 inches to the left and lower the point of the sword to
the deck.
d. Rest the weight equally on both feet with the legs straight.
e. At the same time, place the left hand behind you.
f. Keep the fingers straight and joined, the palm flat and facing rear.
g. You may relax and, except for your right foot, move about.
h. Do not talk
11. Rest From Any Position Of The Sword:
a. The command is: "REST".
b. It is executed in the same manner as at ease, the only difference being that you
may talk.
12. To Return To Attention:
a. The command is: "Platoon (Company, Unit, Detail)" "ATTENTION".
b. On the preparatory command: "Platoon (Company, Unit, Detail)", come to Parade
Rest.
c. On the command of execution: "ATTENTION", bring to the left heel smartly against
the right heel and the left hand to the side.
d. Raise the blade so the point is three inches from the deck.
13. Return Sword From Carry Or Order Sword:
a. The command is: "Return" "SWORD".
b. The preparatory command: "Return":
1) Raise of the right hand to a position 6 inches in front of the neck.
2) At the same time, grab the scabbard with the left-hand below the throat.
3) Keep the thumb on the left side of the grip, wrist straight, and elbow against
the body.
4) Tilt the Sword forward 30 degrees.
5) Then lower the sword point to a position just above the opening of the scabbard.
6) Look down at the opening.
7) Guide the point into the opening with the left thumb and forefinger until the
right hand is 10 inches from the scabbard.
8) Then raise the head back to attention.
9) The right forearm should now be straight and parallel across the body.
10) The left hand holds the scabbard against the side.
11) On the command of execution: "SWORD", push smartly down on the sword
and release the hand grip so it will slide all the way into the scabbard.
12) In the same motion, bring the right hand back to the right side.
13) Release the scabbard with the left hand.
14. Funeral Carry:
a. This position is assumed when marching for long distances such as funerals or
street parades.
b. After initially stepping off at the Carry, change the grip of the right hand so that the
knuckle bow is between the index finger and the thumb, and the rest of the fingers
curled.
c. To return to normal Carry, reach across the body with the left-hand, forearm parallel
to the deck, and grasp the blade with the left thumb and index finger, and at the
same time adjusting grip with the right hand.
d. Smartly cut the left hand back to the side.
Conclusion
During this class you have been taught how to perform the sword manual. You may be
evaluated on this class both on a written exam and in the performance of the sword manual.
It is up to you to use the formation taught in this class to make not only yourself better but
your unit as a whole better.
