Manual of Arms Positions
POSITION OF THE SOLDIER:
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ORDER ARMS
Use: Position with musket grounded; position taken when called to attention.
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PRESENT ARMS
Use: salute while under arms.
If properly positioned, middle band is at chin level, hammer just below belt level |
TRAIL ARMS
Use: carry position for moves of short distance or through underbrush; assumed position marching and no arms carry position is ordered.
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SECURE ARMS
Use: protect and keep nipple area dry in inclement weather; prevent water from entering barrel
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CHARGE BAYONET
Use: arms position for front rank while closing on enemy or defending with bayonets
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