The Stars and Stripes

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Across
  1. 1. The correct place for cadet to stand in a prescribed formation.
  2. 4. A ceremony that involves the movement of marching units.
  3. 6. A single column of troops one behind the other.
  4. 8. Time Cadence at 180 steps.
  5. 9. A flag that is displayed or flown from an aircraft, ship, or boat as the symbol of nationality.
  6. 13. The space from head to rear of a formation, including the front and rear element.
  7. 15. A term now interchangeable with “colors,” although formerly it was used for flags of mounted.
  8. 16. A line of troops placed side by side or shoulder to shoulder.
  9. 17. Leave your position in ranks but remain nearby.
  10. 18. A regular or orderly repetition of sounds or movements; steady; recurring with measured regularity.
  11. 20. Aligning oneself directly behind the person to one's immediate front while maintaining correct distance.
  12. 21. Person in charge.
  13. 22. The lowest administrative unit. It is usually made up of at least two platoons.
  14. 23. The space between elements in the direction of depth.
Down
  1. 2. Another word for flagpole used to carry unit guidons or colors.
  2. 3. The squad forms in a line formation left of the squad leader.
  3. 5. The U.S. national flag.
  4. 7. A long, narrow flag tapering to a point or a swallowtail at the end.
  5. 10. A type of flag flown in bad weather; five by nine and one-half feet.
  6. 11. A type of flag, 20 by 38 feet, flown on holidays and important occasions.
  7. 12. The position of the flag about half-way down from the top of the pole or staff.
  8. 14. A rope or tackle used for hoisting or lowering.
  9. 19. A formal military formation designated to observe a specific occasion.