Military & History

Military Bearing consist of the correct way to stand, march, execute commands and how you are expected to act both on and off duty.

To show proper “Military Bearing” one must show outward pride of their appearance.

Be confident of their abilities to accomplish any required duties given to them by their Superior Officers without questioning the command. This is assuming that commands given are lawful and are morally correct. A code of standards is used for the modern Military which also includes the requirements of a soldier should they be captured and imprisoned. For our purposes here you will not be required to escape should you be captured unless it is by the English Army.

The Bond within a Unit

A bond is generally formed by any unit working together as a whole to protect and serve a sovereign, keep the peace, protect subjects or carry out orders as given through a chain of command. This bond is very apparent to people who are not members of the unit.

Members of a unit will commonly work together to complete orders and ensure each others safety. The commanding officer of a unit will put the safety and welfare of the people in his command above their own personal safety.

As a member of his Majesties Guard, City Guard or the Scots Guard you will find that we will rely on one another to keep the Royals protected, the parade going smooth, perform escort duties, help in scenario and create the illusion of an operational Military presence in Petite Lyon.

Usually we do not get the glory, but we can take pride in helping out our other cast members and the comments we have always received from patrons and other Faire goers.

Always keep in mind that we strive for excellence in all that we do. We are a proud and fearless force that does not hesitate to put King & Country above ourselves.

“Strength & Honor”

Structure of Commands

A Command is constructed of three distinct parts:

1. The Preparatory command

2. A slight pause, and

3. The Command of Execution

The preparatory command consists of a verbal instruction that is to be performed. This is followed by a slight pause to allow for the personnel involved to think about what they should be doing upon the command of execution.

Then, the command of execution is given when the command should be carried out or performed. For instance, in the command of

"Advance thy, arms",

the command is given as

"Advance thy",

followed by a slight pause, then the commander will issue "Arms" as the command of execution. For the purposes of this Manual, the pause will be indicated by the use of a comma in the command itself

(i.e., "Slope thy, Arms").

Also, as you will see in the section regarding movement and marching, the command of execution should be given on the correct footfall whenever possible. You shall also see that some commands do not have a command of execution, as explained in the section on Stationary Orders.

General Safety

Weapons will be secured in racks or laid upon the ground when not in use.

Do not lean weapons against walls or other objects since they tend to fall.

Leaning a weapon in a corner of two walls is acceptable, however.

Weapons will not be left unattended in an area where it is possible that a

visitor may handle them.

Rough housing, horse play and running while bearing arms is strictly prohibited.

Weapons must be checked for soundness before being carried in drill or ceremony.

Weapons are to be oiled at the beginning and end of each day of use.

Care must be taken during inclement weather as many areas can be

slippery when wet. This is especially true on areas of dirt/mud where

gravel has not been applied to the footpath.