Basic Drill

Present Arms

Preparatory Command-Present

Command of Execution-Arms

This command can only be used while at the position of attention. On the Preparatory Command you will not move. On the command of execution you will begin moving your right hand to the middle of your body and up. At approx. your waist line you will uncuff your hand and make your hand flat with your palm facing inwards. Continue to move your arm up until the upper portion is at a 90 degree angle with the ground. You will then position your hand to your contact point being the corner of your right eye, or the right edge of your glasses, with your palm slightly tilted towards you.