The command march must be given when the right foot is on the ground. The left foot is then advanced to the position shown.
If marching in double time, turn to the right about, taking four steps in place, keeping the cadence, and then step off with the left foot.
CHANGE STEP
Being in march; 1. Change step, 2. MARCH.
At the command march, given as the right foot strikes the ground, advance and plant the left foot; plant the toe of the right foot near the heel of the left and step off with the left foot.
The change on the right foot is similarly executed, the command march being given as the left foot strikes the ground.
MANUAL OF ARMS
To acquire proficiency in the Manual of Arms, you should practice, practice, and practice.
Position of order arms standing, i.e., the position of attention under arms.
