CHAP. V.

The Exercise, as it is to be performed by Signal or Word of Command from the Major, or from any other Officer.

SECT. I. OF SIGNALS AND OPERATIONS.

SIGNALS BY THE DRUMOPERATIONS
A Short RollTo caution.
FlamTo perform any distinct Thing.
To Arms To form the Line or Battalion.
The March To advance, except when intended for a Salute.
The quick MarchTo advance quick
The Point of WarTo March and Charge.
The RetreatTo retire.
The Drum ceasing To halt.
Two short Rolls To perform the Flank firing.
The Dragoon March To open the Battalion.
The Grenadier MarchTo form the Column.
The Troop To double Divisions.
The long RollTo form the Square.
The Grenadier MarchTo reduce the Square to Column.
The PreparativeTo make ready and fire.
The General To cease firing.
Two long Rolls To bring or to lodge the Colours.

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