Technique of Instruction.—Before requiring the soldier to take a position or execute a movement for the first time, the instructor should show him the position or how to execute the movement, stating the essential elements and explaining the purpose that they serve.
Illustrate the position or movement a second time, requiring careful observation so that the men will be taught to use their eyes and brains right from the beginning.
Now, require the men to assume the position or execute the movement under consideration. Accuracy and expertness will be developed by practice.
Fatigue and exhaustion should be carefully guarded against. They prevent proper interest being taken in the exercises and delay the progress of the instruction.
The training consists of five lessons and the Final Assault practice.
Lesson No. 1
The First lesson is divided into:
1. The position of Guard, from which the various bayonet attacks are made.
2. The position of High Port, which is assumed when advancing.