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