What does the drill command 'Forward, March' mean?

What does the drill command 'Forward, March' mean?

• A. Stop and stand at parade rest
• B. Start moving forward from a standstill in formation.
• C. March in place
• D. Turn to the left

Answer: (B)

Forward, March means you begin moving forward from a standstill in formation. The word “Forward” is the preparatory command that tells you the direction you will travel, and “March” is the execution command that starts the marching cadence. From a halt, you break into motion, stepping off with the designated starting foot and keeping the unit aligned and in rhythm as you advance together. It’s not a signal to stop at parade rest, not a command to march in place, and not a cue to turn, which would use different commands.

Forward, March means you begin moving forward from a standstill in formation. The word “Forward” is the preparatory command that tells you the direction you will travel, and “March” is the execution command that starts the marching cadence. From a halt, you break into motion, stepping off with the designated starting foot and keeping the unit aligned and in rhythm as you advance together. It’s not a signal to stop at parade rest, not a command to march in place, and not a cue to turn, which would use different commands.