The tone of command is animated, distinct, and of a loudness proportioned to the number of men for whom it is intended.
Each preparatory command is enunciated distinctly, with a rising inflection at the end, and in such manner that the command of execution may be more energetic.
The command of execution is firm in tone and brief. (38)
[88]. Battalion and higher commanders repeat commands of superiors; battalion largest unit executing movement at command of its commander. Majors and commanders of units larger than a battalion repeat such commands of their superiors as are to be executed by their units, facing their units for that purpose. The battalion is the largest unit that executes a movement at the command of execution of its commander. (39)
[89]. Facing troops and avoiding indifference when giving commands. When giving commands to troops it is usually best to face toward them.
Indifference in giving commands must be avoided as it leads to laxity in execution. Commands should be given with spirit at all times. (40)
Bugle Signals
[90]. Bugle signals that may be used on and off the field of battle. The authorized bugle signals are published in Part V of these regulations.
The following bugle signals may be used off the battlefield, when not likely to convey information to the enemy:
- Attention: Troops are brought to attention.
- Attention to orders: Troops to fix their attention.
- Forward, march: Used also to execute quick time from double time.
- Double time, march.
- To the rear, march: In close order, execute squads right about.
- Halt.
- Assemble, march.