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FM 22-5 Drill and Ceremonies 8-29

FM 22-5

Drill and Ceremonies 8-29

Army · FM · Aug 1958 · 299 pages

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When at a position other than sling arms, the troops must come to port arms for double time. When the troops are in formation, the commander gives the appropriate commands. 47.2. Rules for the Rifle Manual of Arms a. The term "at the balance" refers to a point on the rifle (fig. 26.1) just forward of the magazine well. In this position the little finger of the left hand is placed on the lower band. While this is not the true balance of the rifle, it is used as a reference point for instructional purposes and to facilitate the manipulation of the weapon while performing the manual of arms. b. The position of the rifle known as "diagonally across the body" (fig. 26.2) is as follows: (1) The left hand is at the balance, with the thumb and fingers grasping the rifle and sling. To do this, extend and join the fingers so as to form a U with the thumb.

DesignationFM 22-5

EditionAug 1958

StatusSuperseded

Pages299

FunctionLeadership Training

CollectionHistoric

Public domain (U.S. Government work)