What does the sword symbolize?
The sword is a symbol of authority and badge of office.
What is the etiquette of the sword called?
Manual of the Sword
What is the most serious breach of sword etiquette?
To drop the sword when making the sword salute.
When is the arch of swords and the cutting of the cake commonly conducted?
At the annual military ball.
What old custom is the sword arch?
English and American
Who usually forms the sword detail?
The cadet officers or those who are designated by the NSI.
How many members take part in the ceremony?
8
Draw, SWORD"- for ceremonies
At the appropriate time, the arch honorees (usually male and female pairs) will stand outside the main arch entrance. The senior Cadet usher will then form the arch by the command of "Draw, SWORD".
a. On the preparatory command, "Draw" executed the fist c
Return, SWORD"- for ceremonies
After the honorees have cleared the arch the senior Cadet usher gives the command, "Return, SWORD"
a. On the preparatory command, "Return" move the sword to the present position and then to the scabbard.
Where is the sword carried?
In a scabbard, which sheaths the blade. The sheath is straight and hangs by a ring on a hook, which is attached to the left side of the sword belt.
What is the sword grip made of?
Bone, ivory or special hard white plastic. Short and long slings with snap clips complete the attachment of the scabbard to the sword belt.
When and where should the sword be placed?
The sword should always be in its scabbard when its bearer is not in formation.
Carry of the sword and scabbard unrigged
a. When not in formation and it is impractical to carry the sword and scabbard rigged at the side (sling or in a frog), the sword sheathed in its scabbard may be carried under the left arm.
b. Place the sword and scabbard under the pit of the left arm wit
The command "Draw, SWORD
On the preparatory command "Draw" grip the scabbard just below the upper ring mounting with your left hand. Turn the scabbard clockwise about 180 degrees and tilt it forward to form an angle of 45 degrees with the deck. Grasp the sword grip with your righ
Present, Sword (ARMS)
It may be given only when halted at order sword or carry sword. It is executed in two counts.
Present
Raise the right hand to the level of and 6 inches in front of the neck. Keep the thumb on the left side of the grip, wrist slightly bent, and inner forearm against the body. The blade should incline forward at a 30-degree angle from vertical.
Order, SWORD (ARMS)
Bring the point down smartly, without whipping, to a position three inches above the deck and slightly right of the right foot. Straighten the arm so the knuckle bow is against the trouser seam. The blade slants down to the front with the point 3 inches f
Carry sword from order sword or present sword
Carry sword is the position to which you will move the sword in the following situations:
a. Giving commands
b. Changing positions in formation at quick time.
c. Addressing or being addressed by a senior.
e. While marching at quick time. While marching wi
Carry, SWORD
May be given when only halted at order sword or present sword. Cadets armed with the sword would also execute carry sword when the unit is given any manual of arms movement.
Eyes right (left) From carry or sword
It may be given when halted at order sword or when marching at carry sword. It is executed in two counts.
Eyes right (left) While halted
a. On "Eyes", Raise the right hand to the level of and six inches in front of the neck. Keep the thumb on the left side of the grip, wrist slightly bent, and inner forearm against the body. The blade should incline forward at a 30- degree angle from verti
Order sword from eyes right (left) while halted
a. The command is executed in one count.
b. On "FRONT" turn the true edge of the sword down. At the same time, turn the head and eyes smartly to the front.
Eyes Right (Left) While marching
a. The preparatory command "Eyes" is given as the right foot strikes the deck.
b. As the left foot strikes the deck raise the right hand to the level of and 6 inches in front of the neck. Keep the thumb on the left side of the grip, wrist slightly bent, a
Carry sword from Eyes Right (Left) While Marching
a. Execution is begun on the preparatory command.
b. The preparatory command "Ready" is given as the left foot strikes the deck.
c. As the right foot strikes the deck turn the true edge of the sword down.
d. The command of execution "FRONT" is given as th
Parade Rest from Carry or Order Sword
This command is normally given from the order sword, in which case it is executed in one count.
1. If given when at carry sword on the command of "Parade, REST" move the left foot smartly 12 inches to the left. At the same time, lower the point of the swo
At Ease from Carry or Order Sword
It may be given from any position of the sword.
1. Go to order sword if not already at that position. Then move the left foot 12 inches to the left and lower the point of the sword to the deck. Rest the weight equally on both feet with the legs straight.
Rest from any position of the sword
It is executed in the same manner as at ease, the only difference being that you may talk.
ATTENTION
Executing is begun on the preparatory command. Bring the left heel smartly against the right and the left hand to the side. Raise the blade so the point is 3 inches from the deck.
Return, SWORD
Execution is begun on the preparatory command.
a. On the preparatory command "Return" raise the right hand and sword to a position six inches in front of the neck, as in the first count of present sword. At the same time, grasp the scabbard with the left