DEFINITIONS
[24]. Alignment: A straight line upon which several elements are formed, or are to be formed; or the dressing of several elements upon a straight line.
Fig. 1
Note.—The line A-B, on which a body of troops is formed or is to be formed, or the act of dressing a body of troops on the line, is called an alignment.—Author.
[25]. Base: The element on which a movement is regulated.
[26]. Battle sight: The position of the rear sight when the leaf is laid down.
Fig. 2