Drills-Ceremonies-1 school year 2019-2020ppt

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3. SECTION I

4. ““Troops who march in an irregular and disorderly manner are Troops who march in an irregular and disorderly manner are
always in great danger of being defeated.” – Vegetius: De Re always in great danger of being defeated.” – Vegetius: De Re
Militari: A.D. 378Militari: A.D. 378

5. PURPOSE AND SCOPEPURPOSE AND SCOPE
 This portion of the manual provides This portion of the manual provides
guidance for AFP-wide uniformity in the guidance for AFP-wide uniformity in the
conduct of drills. It includes methods of conduct of drills. It includes methods of
instructing drills, teaching techniques, instructing drills, teaching techniques,
individual and unit drills, manual of arms for individual and unit drills, manual of arms for
infantry weapons and various other aspects of infantry weapons and various other aspects of
basic drill instruction.basic drill instruction.
 This is designed for use by soldiers of all This is designed for use by soldiers of all
military occupational skill, including cadets and military occupational skill, including cadets and
recruits in the initial training environment. So recruits in the initial training environment. So
as to maintain consistency throughout the as to maintain consistency throughout the
AFP, the procedures prescribed herein shall be AFP, the procedures prescribed herein shall be
adhered to as closely as possible.adhered to as closely as possible.

6. GENERALGENERAL

The AFP prescribes its own drill The AFP prescribes its own drill
regulations with the end goal of cultivating regulations with the end goal of cultivating
to the full alertness and the presence of to the full alertness and the presence of
mind of each military personnel not only mind of each military personnel not only
during drills but at all times. These during drills but at all times. These
attributes of character are essential to the attributes of character are essential to the
members of the AFP.members of the AFP.
 All movements in this manual are All movements in this manual are
precision movements designed to foster precision movements designed to foster
proper coordination among military proper coordination among military
personnel. Teamwork is the final result.personnel. Teamwork is the final result.

In the military service, we help attain In the military service, we help attain
teamwork through drill and ceremonies.teamwork through drill and ceremonies.

7. GENERAL Cont.GENERAL Cont.

In the military service, we help attain In the military service, we help attain
teamwork through drill and ceremonies.teamwork through drill and ceremonies.

Drills consist of certain movements by Drills consist of certain movements by
which the squad, platoon, company or which the squad, platoon, company or
battalion is moved in an orderly manner battalion is moved in an orderly manner
from one formation to another. These from one formation to another. These
movements are executed with smartness, movements are executed with smartness,
order and precision. Each individual in the order and precision. Each individual in the
squad, platoon or company does his part squad, platoon or company does his part
exactly as how he is supposed to perform.exactly as how he is supposed to perform.

8. GENERAL Cont.GENERAL Cont.

The primary purpose of drill is to teach a The primary purpose of drill is to teach a
precise and orderly way of doing things. As precise and orderly way of doing things. As
drills increase skill and coordination, they drills increase skill and coordination, they
accustom a soldier to respond to commands. accustom a soldier to respond to commands.
Drills also promote teamwork. It is important Drills also promote teamwork. It is important
for a soldier to know and understand a drill, for a soldier to know and understand a drill,
otherwise, its value is lost. It must be otherwise, its value is lost. It must be
remembered that a drill is conducted with remembered that a drill is conducted with
precision. Hence, perfection is the only precision. Hence, perfection is the only
accepted standard. Drill periods are frequent accepted standard. Drill periods are frequent
and of short duration.and of short duration.

9. GENERAL Cont.GENERAL Cont.

Finally, everyone gets a certain amount of Finally, everyone gets a certain amount of
pleasure from doing anything well in joint pleasure from doing anything well in joint
effort with others. A military ceremony effort with others. A military ceremony
provides the same reaction. After every provides the same reaction. After every
successful ceremony, every soldier-successful ceremony, every soldier-
participant can proudly claim: “I was there”. participant can proudly claim: “I was there”.

10. DRILL TERMS DRILL TERMS - -
– To help understand the meaning of drill To help understand the meaning of drill
terms, the following definitions are included:terms, the following definitions are included:
ALIGNMENT (ALIGNMENT (LinyaLinya)): A straight line upon : A straight line upon
which several elements or terms are which several elements or terms are
formed. It is the dressing of several formed. It is the dressing of several
elements upon a straight line. A unit is elements upon a straight line. A unit is
aligned when it is dressed.aligned when it is dressed.
ARMS SWING: ARMS SWING: The swinging of arms must The swinging of arms must
be 6 inches straight to the front and 3 be 6 inches straight to the front and 3
inches straight to the rear of the trouser inches straight to the rear of the trouser
seams, with knuckles out facing forward seams, with knuckles out facing forward
and fingers formed into a fist with the and fingers formed into a fist with the
thumb over the forefinger.thumb over the forefinger.

11. DRILL TERMS DRILL TERMS – Cont.– Cont.

BASEBASE: The elements on which a movement is : The elements on which a movement is
regulated. For instance, in executing right front regulated. For instance, in executing right front
into line, the leading squad is the base.into line, the leading squad is the base.

CADENCECADENCE::The uniform rhythm by which a The uniform rhythm by which a
movement is executed or the number of steps or movement is executed or the number of steps or
counts per minute of which movement is executed. counts per minute of which movement is executed.
Drill movements are normally executed at the Drill movements are normally executed at the
cadence of quick time or double time.cadence of quick time or double time.

CENTER (CENTER (GitnaGitna)): The middle point or element of a : The middle point or element of a
command. In a platoon of three squads in line, the command. In a platoon of three squads in line, the
second squad from the right is the center. With second squad from the right is the center. With
four squads in the platoon, the second squad from four squads in the platoon, the second squad from
the right is the center squad, the rule being that the right is the center squad, the rule being that
when these are even number of squads (platoons), when these are even number of squads (platoons),
the right-center squad (platoon) is the center squad the right-center squad (platoon) is the center squad
(platoon).(platoon).

12. DRILL TERMS DRILL TERMS – Cont.– Cont.

COLUMNCOLUMN: A formation in which the elements are : A formation in which the elements are
placed one behind another. Example: a column of placed one behind another. Example: a column of
files (men placed one behind another); column files (men placed one behind another); column
squad (squads one behind another); and column squad (squads one behind another); and column
platoon (one behind another).platoon (one behind another).

DEPTH (DEPTH (LalimLalim)): The space from front to rear of any : The space from front to rear of any
formation or position. This includes the front and formation or position. This includes the front and
rear elements. The depth of a man is assumed to rear elements. The depth of a man is assumed to
be 12 inches.be 12 inches.

DISTANCE (DISTANCE (LayoLayo)): The space between elements : The space between elements
when the elements are one behind the other. when the elements are one behind the other.
Between units, it varies with the size of the Between units, it varies with the size of the
formation; between individuals it is an arm’s length formation; between individuals it is an arm’s length
to the front plus six inches or about 40 inches, to the front plus six inches or about 40 inches,
measured from chest of one man to the back of the measured from chest of one man to the back of the
man immediately to his front.man immediately to his front.

13. DRILL TERMS DRILL TERMS – Cont.– Cont.
DOUBLE TIME (DOUBLE TIME (Takbong HakbangTakbong Hakbang)): Cadence at : Cadence at
a rate of 180 steps per minute.a rate of 180 steps per minute.
ECHELONECHELON: One of a series of elements formed : One of a series of elements formed
one behind another. This is also a modification one behind another. This is also a modification
of line formation in which adjacent elements of line formation in which adjacent elements
are disposed one in the rear of the other.are disposed one in the rear of the other.
ELEMENTELEMENT: An individual, squad, platoon, : An individual, squad, platoon,
company, or larger body, forming a part of still company, or larger body, forming a part of still
another larger body.another larger body.
EYES RIGHT (EYES RIGHT (Handa, Tingin sa Kanan, NaHanda, Tingin sa Kanan, Na):): The The
direction of the face during the eyes right direction of the face during the eyes right
should be 45 degrees to the right side.should be 45 degrees to the right side.

14. DRILL TERMS DRILL TERMS – Cont.– Cont.
FILE (FILE (TudlingTudling):): Two men, the front-rank man and Two men, the front-rank man and
the corresponding man of the rear rank. The front-the corresponding man of the rear rank. The front-
rank man is the file leader. A file, which has no rank man is the file leader. A file, which has no
rear-rank man, is not a file. The term file applies rear-rank man, is not a file. The term file applies
also to a single man in a single rank formation. It is also to a single man in a single rank formation. It is
a single column of men one behind the other.a single column of men one behind the other.
FLANK (FLANK (PanigPanig):): The right or left extremity of a unit, The right or left extremity of a unit,
either in line or in column; the element on the either in line or in column; the element on the
extreme right or left of the line; a direction at a extreme right or left of the line; a direction at a
right angle to the direction where an element or a right angle to the direction where an element or a
formation is facing.formation is facing.
FORMATION (FORMATION ( HanayHanay):): Arrangement of the Arrangement of the
elements of a unit in line, in column or any other elements of a unit in line, in column or any other
prescribed manner.prescribed manner.

15. DRILL TERMS DRILL TERMS – Cont.– Cont.

FRONT (FRONT (HarapHarap):): The direction in which a command The direction in which a command
faces.faces.

FRONTAGE (FRONTAGE (HarapanHarapan):): The space occupied by an The space occupied by an
element measured from one flank to the opposite element measured from one flank to the opposite
flank. The frontage of a man is assumed to be 22 flank. The frontage of a man is assumed to be 22
inches, measured from the right to the elbow and inches, measured from the right to the elbow and
therefore does not include the 12 inches between therefore does not include the 12 inches between
all men in line. The frontage of a squad, however, all men in line. The frontage of a squad, however,
includes the intervals between men. includes the intervals between men.

GUIDE (GUIDE (GabayGabay):): The man with whom the command The man with whom the command
or element thereof regulates its march. This is or element thereof regulates its march. This is
often the case in battle or on practice marches. In a often the case in battle or on practice marches. In a
squad drill, a private (number 1 front rank) is often squad drill, a private (number 1 front rank) is often
the guide.the guide.

16. DRILL TERMS DRILL TERMS – Cont.– Cont.

HEAD (HEAD (UnahanUnahan):): The leading element of a column. To The leading element of a column. To
understand this definition, one must remember that understand this definition, one must remember that
an element is a file squad platoon, company or larger an element is a file squad platoon, company or larger
body forming a part of still another larger body.body forming a part of still another larger body.
INTERVAL (INTERVAL (PagitanPagitan): ): The lateral space between The lateral space between
elements on the same line. An interval is measured elements on the same line. An interval is measured
between individuals from shoulder to shoulder; and between individuals from shoulder to shoulder; and
between formations, from flank to flank. Unit between formations, from flank to flank. Unit
commanders and those with them are not considered commanders and those with them are not considered
in measuring interval between elements of the unit in measuring interval between elements of the unit
with which they are posted. Normal interval between with which they are posted. Normal interval between
individuals is one arm’s length. Close interval is the individuals is one arm’s length. Close interval is the
horizontal distance between shoulder and elbow horizontal distance between shoulder and elbow
when the left hand is placed on the left hip.when the left hand is placed on the left hip.

17. DRILL TERMS DRILL TERMS – Cont.– Cont.
LEFT (LEFT (KaliwaKaliwa):): The left extremity or element of a The left extremity or element of a
body of troops.body of troops.
LINE (LINE (LinyaLinya):): A formation in which the different A formation in which the different
elements are abreast. The expression “abreast of elements are abreast. The expression “abreast of
each other” means on the same line. The other vital each other” means on the same line. The other vital
part of this definition centers on the word part of this definition centers on the word
“element”. A section may be an element. Therefore, “element”. A section may be an element. Therefore,
if the leading elements of several sections are on if the leading elements of several sections are on
the same line, it becomes a line formation.the same line, it becomes a line formation.
LOOSE PIECES:LOOSE PIECES: Rifles and automatic rifles not used Rifles and automatic rifles not used
in making stacks. in making stacks.
OBLIQUE (OBLIQUE (LihisLihis):): An angle between 0 and 45 An angle between 0 and 45
degrees. (Right/Left oblique - march is at an angle degrees. (Right/Left oblique - march is at an angle
of 45 degrees.)of 45 degrees.)

18. DRILL TERMS DRILL TERMS – Cont.– Cont.
ORDER CLOSE:ORDER CLOSE: The formation in which the units, in The formation in which the units, in
double rank, are separated by intervals greater double rank, are separated by intervals greater
than that in close order.than that in close order.
PACE:PACE: 30 inches is the length of the full step in 30 inches is the length of the full step in
quick time. The pace at double time is 36 inches.quick time. The pace at double time is 36 inches.
PIECE:PIECE: The term piece as used in this text means The term piece as used in this text means
the rifle or automatic rifle.the rifle or automatic rifle.
POINT OF THE REST:POINT OF THE REST: The point at which a The point at which a
formation begins, especially the point toward formation begins, especially the point toward
which units are aligned in successive movements. which units are aligned in successive movements.
For instance, in executing “ON RIGHT INTO LINE”, For instance, in executing “ON RIGHT INTO LINE”,
the point of rest is the place where the leading the point of rest is the place where the leading
squad halts.squad halts.

19. DRILL TERMS DRILL TERMS – Cont.– Cont.

QUICK TIME (QUICK TIME (Siglang HakbangSiglang Hakbang):): Cadence at a rate Cadence at a rate
of 120 steps per minute.of 120 steps per minute.

RIGHT:RIGHT: The right extremity or element of a body of The right extremity or element of a body of
troops.troops.

SWORD SWING:SWORD SWING: The swinging of sword must be 6 The swinging of sword must be 6
inches to the front and 3 inches to the rear of the inches to the front and 3 inches to the rear of the
trouser seams.trouser seams.

SLOW TIME:SLOW TIME: Cadence at a rate of 60 steps per Cadence at a rate of 60 steps per
minute.minute.

STEP (STEP (HakbangHakbang):): The distance measured from heel The distance measured from heel
to heel between the feet of a man walking. A step to heel between the feet of a man walking. A step
maybe any prescribed number of inches. The half maybe any prescribed number of inches. The half
step and back step are 15 inches. The right step step and back step are 15 inches. The right step
and left step are 12 inches. The steps in quick and and left step are 12 inches. The steps in quick and
double time are 30 and 36 inches, respectively.double time are 30 and 36 inches, respectively.

20. DRILL TERMS DRILL TERMS – Cont.– Cont.
SUCCESSIVE MOVEMENT (SUCCESSIVE MOVEMENT ( Sunurang galawSunurang galaw):): A maneuver in A maneuver in
which the various elements of a command execute a certain which the various elements of a command execute a certain
movement one after another as distinguished from a movement one after another as distinguished from a
simultaneous movement.simultaneous movement.
TO REVOKE A COMMAND:TO REVOKE A COMMAND: To cancel a command that has To cancel a command that has
not been carried out or to start a movement improperly not been carried out or to start a movement improperly
begun from halt, the command begun from halt, the command MANUMBALIKMANUMBALIK is given. On is given. On
this command, the movement of troops and men resumes this command, the movement of troops and men resumes
its former position.its former position.
PARTIAL CHANGES OF DIRECTION:PARTIAL CHANGES OF DIRECTION: To change the To change the
direction of a column by 45 degrees to the left or right the direction of a column by 45 degrees to the left or right the
command is command is LIKO HATING-KANAN (KALIWA), KAD.LIKO HATING-KANAN (KALIWA), KAD. To To
execute a slight change of direction, the command execute a slight change of direction, the command
PAGAWING KANAN (KALIWA)PAGAWING KANAN (KALIWA) is given. The guide or guiding is given. The guide or guiding
elements move/s in the indicated direction, and the rest of elements move/s in the indicated direction, and the rest of
the unit follows.the unit follows.

21. DRILL TERMS DRILL TERMS – Cont.– Cont.
NUMBERING UNITS:NUMBERING UNITS: For drill purposes, platoons within For drill purposes, platoons within
each company are numbered from right to left when the each company are numbered from right to left when the
company is in line and from front to rear when the company is in line and from front to rear when the
company is in column. Squads within each platoon are company is in column. Squads within each platoon are
numbered from right to left when the platoon is in line and numbered from right to left when the platoon is in line and
from front to rear when the platoon is in column.from front to rear when the platoon is in column.

POST:POST: Post means the correct place for an officer or non- Post means the correct place for an officer or non-
commissioned officer to stand. This can be in front, behind commissioned officer to stand. This can be in front, behind
or by the side of a unit. When changes in formation involve or by the side of a unit. When changes in formation involve
changes of posts, the new post is taken by the most direct changes of posts, the new post is taken by the most direct
route and, as soon as practicable, after the command of route and, as soon as practicable, after the command of
execution. Officers and non-commissioned officers who execution. Officers and non-commissioned officers who
have prescribed duties in connection with the movements have prescribed duties in connection with the movements
take their posts when the duties are completed. In take their posts when the duties are completed. In
executing a movement or facing, and when moving from executing a movement or facing, and when moving from
one post to another, officers and non-commissioned one post to another, officers and non-commissioned
officers maintain a military bearing and move with officers maintain a military bearing and move with
smartness and precision.smartness and precision.

22. DRILL TERMS DRILL TERMS – Cont.– Cont.
• In movements after the first formation, guidon In movements after the first formation, guidon
bearers and special units maintain their positions bearers and special units maintain their positions
with respect to the flank or the end of the unit to with respect to the flank or the end of the unit to
which they were originally posted.which they were originally posted.
• In all formations and movements, non-In all formations and movements, non-
commissioned officers commanding an element commissioned officers commanding an element
take the same post as prescribed for an officer. take the same post as prescribed for an officer.
When giving commands, making or receiving When giving commands, making or receiving
reports (except squad leaders in ranks) or drilling reports (except squad leaders in ranks) or drilling
a unit, a non-commissioned officer armed with a unit, a non-commissioned officer armed with
rifle carries it at the right shoulder.rifle carries it at the right shoulder.
• When acting as an instructor, the officer or When acting as an instructor, the officer or
non-commissioned officer goes wherever his non-commissioned officer goes wherever his
presence is needed to correct mistakes and presence is needed to correct mistakes and
supervise the performance of the men in ranks.supervise the performance of the men in ranks.

23. DRILL TERMS DRILL TERMS – Cont.– Cont.
COUNTING CADENCECOUNTING CADENCE
 Except at the beginning of basic training, the Except at the beginning of basic training, the
commander or instructor does not count cadence to commander or instructor does not count cadence to
acquaint the men with cadence rhythm. When a man gets acquaint the men with cadence rhythm. When a man gets
out of step, he is corrected by the commander who halts out of step, he is corrected by the commander who halts
the unit and then moves everybody off in the step. the unit and then moves everybody off in the step.
Counting cadence by the group helps to teach group Counting cadence by the group helps to teach group
coordination, cadence, and rhythm. To help a man keep in coordination, cadence, and rhythm. To help a man keep in
step, the commander encourages him to keep his head up step, the commander encourages him to keep his head up
and watch the head and shoulders of the man in front of and watch the head and shoulders of the man in front of
him. The command is him. The command is BILANG HAKBANG, KAD.BILANG HAKBANG, KAD. The The
command of execution is given as the left foot strikes the command of execution is given as the left foot strikes the
ground. The next time the left foot strikes the ground, the ground. The next time the left foot strikes the ground, the
group calls the cadence for 8 steps in a firm and vigorous group calls the cadence for 8 steps in a firm and vigorous
manner as follows: manner as follows: ISA, DALAWA, TATLO, APAT…ISA, DALAWA, TATLO, APAT… However, However,
this command must not be executed in a boisterous this command must not be executed in a boisterous
manner. The good instructor holds his counting to a manner. The good instructor holds his counting to a
minimum.minimum.

24. DRILL TERMS DRILL TERMS – Cont.– Cont.

As soldiers begin to master the art of drills, As soldiers begin to master the art of drills,
instructors try to create a spirit of competition instructors try to create a spirit of competition
among individuals and between units. Although among individuals and between units. Although
repetition is necessary when teaching drills, repetition is necessary when teaching drills,
instructors must use competitive drill exercises to instructors must use competitive drill exercises to
ensure that drills do not become boring or ensure that drills do not become boring or
monotonous.monotonous.

Mass commands are used to develop Mass commands are used to develop
confidence and promote enthusiasm. These are confidence and promote enthusiasm. These are
effective in developing a command voice when effective in developing a command voice when
instructing a leadership course. Procedures for instructing a leadership course. Procedures for
using mass commands are discussed in Section 2.using mass commands are discussed in Section 2.

26. ““The spirit of discipline, as distinct from its outward and The spirit of discipline, as distinct from its outward and
visible guises, is the result of association with martial visible guises, is the result of association with martial
traditions and their living embodiment.” – B.H. Liddell Hart, traditions and their living embodiment.” – B.H. Liddell Hart,
Thoughts on War, 1944Thoughts on War, 1944

28. 2.1 GENERAL2.1 GENERAL

A drill command is an oral order of a commander or A drill command is an oral order of a commander or
leader. The precision of a movement is affected by the leader. The precision of a movement is affected by the
manner in which the command is given.manner in which the command is given.

The following rules for giving commands apply to The following rules for giving commands apply to
the commander when the unit drills as a separate unit the commander when the unit drills as a separate unit
and not as a part of a larger formation.and not as a part of a larger formation.
1.1.When at halt, the commander faces the troops when When at halt, the commander faces the troops when
giving commands. On commands that set the unit in giving commands. On commands that set the unit in
motion (marching from one point to another), the motion (marching from one point to another), the
commander moves simultaneously with the unit to commander moves simultaneously with the unit to
maintain correct position within the formation.maintain correct position within the formation.
2.2.When marching, the commander turns his head When marching, the commander turns his head
toward the direction of the troops to give commands.toward the direction of the troops to give commands.
3.3.Exceptions to these rules occur during ceremonies.Exceptions to these rules occur during ceremonies.

29. 2.1 GENERAL Cont.2.1 GENERAL Cont.
 When elements drill as a part of a larger When elements drill as a part of a larger
unit, the rules of supplementary commands unit, the rules of supplementary commands
apply (see supplementary commands).apply (see supplementary commands).

The commander gives the command The commander gives the command
MANUMBALIKMANUMBALIK (AS YOU WERE)(AS YOU WERE) to revoke a to revoke a
preparatory command that he has given. preparatory command that he has given.
The command The command MANUMBALIKMANUMBALIK must be must be
given prior to the command of execution. given prior to the command of execution.
The commander cannot cancel the The commander cannot cancel the
command of execution with command of execution with MANUMBALIKMANUMBALIK. .
If an improper command is not revoked, If an improper command is not revoked,
the personnel execute the movement in the the personnel execute the movement in the
best manner possible.best manner possible.

30. 2.2 TWO PART COMMANDS2.2 TWO PART COMMANDS

Most drill commands have two parts: the Most drill commands have two parts: the
preparatory command and the command of preparatory command and the command of
execution. Neither is a command itself, but the execution. Neither is a command itself, but the
parts are termed commands to simplify parts are termed commands to simplify
instruction. The command instruction. The command HANDA (READY), SIPAT HANDA (READY), SIPAT
(AIM), PUTOK (FIRE)(AIM), PUTOK (FIRE) is considered to be a two- is considered to be a two-
part command even though it contains two pre-part command even though it contains two pre-
commands.commands.
1.1.The preparatory command states the movement The preparatory command states the movement
to be carried out and mentally prepares the to be carried out and mentally prepares the
soldier for its execution. In the command soldier for its execution. In the command
PASULONG KAD,PASULONG KAD, the preparatory command is the preparatory command is
PASULONG.PASULONG.
2.2.The command of execution tells when the The command of execution tells when the
movement is to be carried out. In movement is to be carried out. In PASULONG KADPASULONG KAD,,
the command of execution is the command of execution is KADKAD..

31. 2.2 TWO PART COMMANDS 2.2 TWO PART COMMANDS
Cont.Cont.
 To change the direction of a unit when To change the direction of a unit when
marching, the preparatory command and marching, the preparatory command and
the command of execution for each the command of execution for each
movement are given so they begin and end movement are given so they begin and end
in the direction of the turn. in the direction of the turn. KANANG KANANG
PANIGPANIG, , KAD (RIGHT FLANK)KAD (RIGHT FLANK) is given as the is given as the
right foot strikes the marching surface, and right foot strikes the marching surface, and
KALIWANG PANIGKALIWANG PANIG, , ..
 As the left foot strikes the marching As the left foot strikes the marching
surface. The interval between the surface. The interval between the
preparatory command and the command preparatory command and the command
of execution is normally one step or count.of execution is normally one step or count.

32. 2.32.3ENGLISH VERSION TO FILIPINO ENGLISH VERSION TO FILIPINO
VERSIONVERSION
a.a.The AFP commands are derived from The AFP commands are derived from
English and subsequently translated to English and subsequently translated to
Filipino. This attempt to localize the English Filipino. This attempt to localize the English
version has brought about varied version has brought about varied
interpretations as to the preciseness of the interpretations as to the preciseness of the
terms being used. In the command of terms being used. In the command of
execution, for example, the words execution, for example, the words RAP, NA, RAP, NA,
KAD, TAKAD, TA and others are often and others are often
misused/interchanged. The commander misused/interchanged. The commander
also opts to use what he thinks is also opts to use what he thinks is
appropriate.appropriate.

33. 2.32.3ENGLISH VERSION TO ENGLISH VERSION TO
FILIPINO VERSIONFILIPINO VERSION
b)b)To provide for uniformity, simplicity and To provide for uniformity, simplicity and
preciseness and to suit the Filipino commands preciseness and to suit the Filipino commands
in terms of voice control, distinctiveness, in terms of voice control, distinctiveness,
inflections and cadence, the following inflections and cadence, the following
guidelines are set forth.guidelines are set forth.
1)1) In general, the word In general, the word NANA is used to signal the is used to signal the
command of execution except for the following:command of execution except for the following:
a)a) TA TA – – (abbreviated SANDATA(abbreviated SANDATA)) manual of arms for manual of arms for
rifles and pistols except for rifles and pistols except for KALISKALIS and and TALIBONGTALIBONG, ,
which fall under general rule.which fall under general rule.
b)b) KAD KAD – – (abbreviated LAKAD)(abbreviated LAKAD) from at rest to from at rest to
motion and all subsequent commands in motion, motion and all subsequent commands in motion,
e.g.:e.g.: PASULONG, KADPASULONG, KAD..

34. 2.32.3ENGLISH VERSION TO FILIPINO ENGLISH VERSION TO FILIPINO
VERSIONVERSION
c)c)TO TO – – (abbreviated HINTO)(abbreviated HINTO) from motion to rest. from motion to rest.
d)d)RAP RAP – – (abbreviated HARAP)(abbreviated HARAP) in in HANDA HARAPHANDA HARAP as as
literal translation of literal translation of READY FRONTREADY FRONT. They are also . They are also
to be used in the commands left face, right face to be used in the commands left face, right face
and about face.and about face.
e)e)DA DA – – (abbreviated HUMANDA)(abbreviated HUMANDA) for attention. for attention.
f)f)NGA NGA – – (abbreviated PAHINGA(abbreviated PAHINGA)) in in TIKAS PAHINGATIKAS PAHINGA
or or PARADE RESTPARADE REST..
g)g)Combined commandsCombined commands
h)h)Supplementary commandsSupplementary commands
i)i)Mass CommandsMass Commands
j)j)DirectivesDirectives

35. 2.42.4 COMBINED COMMANDS COMBINED COMMANDS

In some commands, the preparatory In some commands, the preparatory
command and the command of execution command and the command of execution
are combined, for example, are combined, for example, HUMANAY (FALL HUMANAY (FALL
IN), PALUWAG (AT EASE), LUMANSAG IN), PALUWAG (AT EASE), LUMANSAG
(DISMISS)(DISMISS).. The commands are given without The commands are given without
inflection and at a uniform high pitch and inflection and at a uniform high pitch and
loudness comparable to that of a normal loudness comparable to that of a normal
command of execution.command of execution.

36. 2.52.5SUPPLEMENTARY COMMANDSSUPPLEMENTARY COMMANDS
a.a.Supplementary commands are oral orders Supplementary commands are oral orders
given by a subordinate leader to reinforce given by a subordinate leader to reinforce
and complement a commander’s orders. and complement a commander’s orders.
They ensure proper understanding and They ensure proper understanding and
execution of a movement. They extend to execution of a movement. They extend to
the lowest subordinate leader exercising the lowest subordinate leader exercising
control over an element for he commands control over an element for he commands
as a separate element within the same as a separate element within the same
formation.formation.

37. SUPPLEMENTARY COMMANDS Cont.SUPPLEMENTARY COMMANDS Cont.
b.b.A supplementary command may be a preparatory A supplementary command may be a preparatory
command, a portion of a pre-command, or a two-part command, a portion of a pre-command, or a two-part
command. It is normally given between the pre-command command. It is normally given between the pre-command
and the command of execution. It is used when a and the command of execution. It is used when a
command requires an element of a unit to execute a command requires an element of a unit to execute a
movement different from other elements within the same movement different from other elements within the same
formation, or the same movement at the time prescribed formation, or the same movement at the time prescribed
by the procedures covering that particular movement. For by the procedures covering that particular movement. For
example, the platoon is in column formation and the example, the platoon is in column formation and the
platoon leader commands platoon leader commands DALAWAHANG TUDLING DALAWAHANG TUDLING
SUNURAN MULA SA KALIWA (pause), KADSUNURAN MULA SA KALIWA (pause), KAD .. The first and The first and
second second TUDLINGTUDLING leaders command leaders command PASULONGPASULONG;; the third the third
and forth and forth TUDLINGTUDLING leaders command leaders command MANATILIMANATILI (STAND (STAND
FAST)FAST).. On the command of execution On the command of execution KADKAD, the first and , the first and
second squads march forward. At the appropriate time, second squads march forward. At the appropriate time,
the squad leader (third) nearest the moving element the squad leader (third) nearest the moving element
commands commands LIKO HATING KALIWA, KADLIKO HATING KALIWA, KAD (for both (for both
remaining squads). As the third and fourth squad leaders remaining squads). As the third and fourth squad leaders
reach the line of the march, they automatically execute a reach the line of the march, they automatically execute a
LIKO HATING KANANLIKO HATING KANAN and obtain normal distance behind and obtain normal distance behind
the first and second squads.the first and second squads.

38. SUPPLEMENTARY COMMANDS Cont.SUPPLEMENTARY COMMANDS Cont.

A subordinate leader gives all supplementary A subordinate leader gives all supplementary
commands over his right shoulder except when commands over his right shoulder except when
his command is based on the actions of an his command is based on the actions of an
element on his left or when the sub-element is to element on his left or when the sub-element is to
execute a execute a LIKO SA KALIWA, LIKOLIKO SA KALIWA, LIKO HATING KALIWAHATING KALIWA
or or KALIWANG PANIGKALIWANG PANIG. Giving commands over the . Giving commands over the
left shoulder occurs when changing the left shoulder occurs when changing the
configuration of a formation, such as forming a configuration of a formation, such as forming a
file or a column of four and reforming.file or a column of four and reforming.

NoteNote: When in formation at present arms and the : When in formation at present arms and the
preparatory command of order of arms is given, the preparatory command of order of arms is given, the
subordinate leaders terminate their salute before subordinate leaders terminate their salute before
giving their supplementary commands.giving their supplementary commands.

39. SUPPLEMENTARY COMMANDS ContSUPPLEMENTARY COMMANDS Cont
d.d.Supplementary commands are not given by a sub-Supplementary commands are not given by a sub-
leader for the combined commands leader for the combined commands HUMANAY, HUMANAY,
PALUWAG, TIWALAGPALUWAG, TIWALAG or for mass drills when his or for mass drills when his
element forms part of a mass formation. However, element forms part of a mass formation. However,
supplementary commands are given when forming supplementary commands are given when forming
a mass or when forming a column from a mass.a mass or when forming a column from a mass.
e.e.Except for commands while in mass formation, Except for commands while in mass formation,
platoon leaders give supplementary commands platoon leaders give supplementary commands
following the commands of the commander. When following the commands of the commander. When
the preparatory command is the preparatory command is BALANGAYBALANGAY,, the platoon the platoon
leaders immediately come to attention and leaders immediately come to attention and
command command PULUTONGPULUTONG. The company commander . The company commander
allows for all supplementary commands before allows for all supplementary commands before
giving the command of execution.giving the command of execution.

40. SUPPLEMENTARY COMMANDS Cont.SUPPLEMENTARY COMMANDS Cont.
f.f.When no direction is given, the response is When no direction is given, the response is
understood to be forward. When no rate of understood to be forward. When no rate of
march is given, the response is march is given, the response is SIGLANG SIGLANG
HAKBANG (QUICK TIME)HAKBANG (QUICK TIME) .. This normally This normally
happens when a direction or rate of march happens when a direction or rate of march
is included in the pre-command, or the is included in the pre-command, or the
direction or rate of march is given as a direction or rate of march is given as a
supplementary command.supplementary command.

41. 2.62.6 MASS COMMANDS MASS COMMANDS
a.a.Mass commands may be used to develop Mass commands may be used to develop
confidence and promote enthusiasm. (They are confidence and promote enthusiasm. (They are
definitely effective in developing a command definitely effective in developing a command
voice when instructing a leadership course.)voice when instructing a leadership course.)
b.b.When the commander wants the unit to use When the commander wants the unit to use
mass commands, he commands mass commands, he commands SA AKING PAG-SA AKING PAG-
UTOS (AT MY COMMANDUTOS (AT MY COMMAND )).. The commander The commander
gives preparatory command describing the gives preparatory command describing the
movement to be performed. For example, face movement to be performed. For example, face
the platoon to the right. The command of the platoon to the right. The command of
execution is execution is RAP (COMMAND)RAP (COMMAND) .. When the When the
commander orders commander orders HARAP SA KANANHARAP SA KANAN , , RAP RAP
(COMMAND)(COMMAND),, all personnel in the unit execute all personnel in the unit execute
the command the command HARAP SA KANAN (RIGHT FACE)HARAP SA KANAN (RIGHT FACE)
in unisonin unison

42. MASS COMMANDS Cont.MASS COMMANDS Cont.
c.c.To give mass commands while marching, the To give mass commands while marching, the
commander gives the preparatory command commander gives the preparatory command
for the movement and substitutes for the movement and substitutes KAD KAD
(COMMAND)(COMMAND) for the command of execution for the command of execution
KAD (MARCHKAD (MARCH)), for example, , for example, LIKO SA KANANLIKO SA KANAN, ,
KADKAD (COLUMN RIGHT COMMAND)(COLUMN RIGHT COMMAND) ; ; PABALIK KAD PABALIK KAD
(REAR COMMAND)(REAR COMMAND)..
d.d.Mass commands for the execution of the Mass commands for the execution of the
manual of arms are given in the same manner manual of arms are given in the same manner
as described in sub-paragraphs a-c.as described in sub-paragraphs a-c.
e.e.When the commander wants to stop mass When the commander wants to stop mass
commands, he commands commands, he commands SA AKING PAG-UTOS SA AKING PAG-UTOS
(AT MY COMMAND)(AT MY COMMAND). The normal method in the . The normal method in the
conduct of drills is then resumed.conduct of drills is then resumed.

43. 2.72.7 DIRECTIVES DIRECTIVES
a.a.Directives are described as all oral ordersDirectives are described as all oral orders
given by the commander that direct orgiven by the commander that direct or
cause subordinate leader to take actions. cause subordinate leader to take actions.
b.b.The commander gives directives rather The commander gives directives rather
thanthan
commands when it is more appropriate forcommands when it is more appropriate for
subordinate elements to execute a subordinate elements to execute a
movement or perform a task as movement or perform a task as
independent elements of the same independent elements of the same
formation.formation.

44. DIRECTIVES Cont.DIRECTIVES Cont.
c.c.Directives are given in sentence form and are Directives are given in sentence form and are
normally prefixed by the terms normally prefixed by the terms ““IBUKA ANG IBUKA ANG
TALUDTOD AT ITUNGKOD ANG SANDATA”TALUDTOD AT ITUNGKOD ANG SANDATA” ..
Example: Example: “ITANGHAL ANG SANDATA”.“ITANGHAL ANG SANDATA”.
d.d.““PAMUNUAN ANG INYONG PANGKAT O TILAP, PAMUNUAN ANG INYONG PANGKAT O TILAP,
PULUTONG, BALANGAY”PULUTONG, BALANGAY” is the only directive is the only directive
with which a commander relinquishes his with which a commander relinquishes his
command and with which salutes are command and with which salutes are
exchanged.exchanged.
e.e.A subordinate commander, upon receiving a A subordinate commander, upon receiving a
directive, will resort to the normal two-part directive, will resort to the normal two-part
command.command.

46. 2.82.8 GENERAL GENERAL

Everyone in the unit will easily understand Everyone in the unit will easily understand
a correctly delivered command. Correct a correctly delivered command. Correct
commands have a tone, cadence, and snap commands have a tone, cadence, and snap
that demands willing, correct, and that demands willing, correct, and
immediate response.immediate response.

47. 2.92.9 VOICE CONTROL VOICE CONTROL
a.a.The loudness of a command is adjusted to the The loudness of a command is adjusted to the
number of soldiers in the unit. Normally, the number of soldiers in the unit. Normally, the
commander is in the front and at the center of commander is in the front and at the center of
the unit and speaks facing the unit so that his the unit and speaks facing the unit so that his
voice reaches everyone.voice reaches everyone.
b.b.It is necessary for the voice to have carrying It is necessary for the voice to have carrying
power, but excessive exertion is unnecessary and power, but excessive exertion is unnecessary and
harmful. A typical result of trying too hard is the harmful. A typical result of trying too hard is the
almost unconscious tightening of the neck almost unconscious tightening of the neck
muscles to force the sound out. This produces muscles to force the sound out. This produces
strain, hoarseness, sore throat and worst of all, strain, hoarseness, sore throat and worst of all,
indistinct and jumbled sounds instead of clear indistinct and jumbled sounds instead of clear
commands. Ease is achieved through good commands. Ease is achieved through good
posture, confidence, proper breathing and posture, confidence, proper breathing and
correct adjustment of throat and mouth muscles.correct adjustment of throat and mouth muscles.

48. VOICE CONTROL Cont.VOICE CONTROL Cont.
c.c.The best posture for giving commands is the The best posture for giving commands is the
position of attention. Soldiers in formation are position of attention. Soldiers in formation are
prone to adopt the posture of their leader. If the prone to adopt the posture of their leader. If the
posture is unmilitary (relaxed, slouched, stiff or posture is unmilitary (relaxed, slouched, stiff or
uneasy), the subordinates will imitate it.uneasy), the subordinates will imitate it.
d.d.The most important muscle used in breathing is The most important muscle used in breathing is
the diaphragm - the large muscle that separates the diaphragm - the large muscle that separates
the chest cavity from the abdominal cavity. The the chest cavity from the abdominal cavity. The
diaphragm automatically controls normal diaphragm automatically controls normal
breathing and is used to control the breath in breathing and is used to control the breath in
giving commands.giving commands.
e.e.The throat, mouth and nose act as amplifiers and The throat, mouth and nose act as amplifiers and
help to give loudness (resonance) and projection help to give loudness (resonance) and projection
to the voice.to the voice.

49. 2.102.10DISTINCTIVENESSDISTINCTIVENESS
a.a.Distinctiveness depends on the correct use of the Distinctiveness depends on the correct use of the
tongue, lips and teeth that form the separate tongue, lips and teeth that form the separate
sounds of a word into syllables. Distinct commands sounds of a word into syllables. Distinct commands
are effective. Indistinct commands cause are effective. Indistinct commands cause
confusion. All commands can be pronounced confusion. All commands can be pronounced
correctly without loss of effect. Emphasize correct correctly without loss of effect. Emphasize correct
enunciation (distinctiveness) and enunciate clearly enunciation (distinctiveness) and enunciate clearly
making full use of the lips, tongue and lower jaw.making full use of the lips, tongue and lower jaw.
b.b.To develop the ability to give clear and distinct To develop the ability to give clear and distinct
commands, practice giving commands slowly and commands, practice giving commands slowly and
carefully, prolonging the syllables. Then gradually carefully, prolonging the syllables. Then gradually
increase the rate of delivery to develop proper increase the rate of delivery to develop proper
cadence, still articulating each syllable distinctly.cadence, still articulating each syllable distinctly.

50. 2.112.11INFLECTIONINFLECTION

Inflection is the rise and fall in pitch and the Inflection is the rise and fall in pitch and the
tone changes of voice.tone changes of voice.
a.a.The preparatory commandThe preparatory command is the command that is the command that
indicates movement. Pronounce each preparatory indicates movement. Pronounce each preparatory
command with a rising inflection. The most command with a rising inflection. The most
desirable pitch when beginning a preparatory desirable pitch when beginning a preparatory
command is near the level of the natural speaking command is near the level of the natural speaking
voice. It is possible to give the command execution voice. It is possible to give the command execution
with clarity or without strain. It is good to with clarity or without strain. It is good to
remember to begin a command near the natural remember to begin a command near the natural
pitch of the voice.pitch of the voice.
b.b.The command of executionThe command of execution is the command that is the command that
indicates when a movement is to be executed. Give indicates when a movement is to be executed. Give
it in a sharper tone and in a slightly higher pitch it in a sharper tone and in a slightly higher pitch
than the last syllable of the preparatory command. than the last syllable of the preparatory command.
It must be given with plenty of snap. The best way It must be given with plenty of snap. The best way
to develop a command voice is to practice.to develop a command voice is to practice.

51. INFLECTION Cont.INFLECTION Cont.

In combined commands such as In combined commands such as
HUMANAY (FALL IN)HUMANAY (FALL IN) and and TIWALAG (FALL TIWALAG (FALL
OUT),OUT), the preparatory command and the preparatory command and
command of execution are combined. Give command of execution are combined. Give
these commands without inflection and these commands without inflection and
with the uniform high pitch and loudness with the uniform high pitch and loudness
of a normal command of execution.of a normal command of execution.

52. 2.122.12CADENCECADENCE
Cadence in commands means a uniform and rhythmic Cadence in commands means a uniform and rhythmic
flow of words. The interval between commands must be flow of words. The interval between commands must be
uniform in length for any given troop unit. This is uniform in length for any given troop unit. This is
necessary so that everyone in the unit will be able to necessary so that everyone in the unit will be able to
understand the preparatory command and will know understand the preparatory command and will know
when to expect the command of execution. For the squad when to expect the command of execution. For the squad
or platoon in marching, except when supplementary or platoon in marching, except when supplementary
commands need to be given, the interval of time is that commands need to be given, the interval of time is that
which allows one step (or count) between the preparatory which allows one step (or count) between the preparatory
command and the command of execution. The same command and the command of execution. The same
interval is used for commands given at halt. Longer interval is used for commands given at halt. Longer
commands, such as commands, such as KANANG PANIG, KAD (RIGHT FLANK KANANG PANIG, KAD (RIGHT FLANK
MARCH)MARCH),, must be started in such a way that the must be started in such a way that the
preparatory command will end on the proper foot, and preparatory command will end on the proper foot, and
leave a full count between the preparatory command and leave a full count between the preparatory command and
the command of execution.the command of execution.

53. CADENCE Cont.CADENCE Cont.

When the supplementary commands are When the supplementary commands are
necessary, the commander should allow necessary, the commander should allow
for one count between the preparatory for one count between the preparatory
command and the subordinate leaders’ command and the subordinate leaders’
supplementary command, and an supplementary command, and an
additional count after the subordinate additional count after the subordinate
command but before the command of command but before the command of
execution.execution.

55. ““Maintain discipline and caution above all things, and be on Maintain discipline and caution above all things, and be on
the alert to obey the word of command. It is both the noblest the alert to obey the word of command. It is both the noblest
and the safest thing for a great army to be visibly animated and the safest thing for a great army to be visibly animated
by one spirit.” – Archidamus of Spartaby one spirit.” – Archidamus of Sparta

57. 3.1 3.1 GENERALGENERAL
a.a.This chapter contains most of the individual This chapter contains most of the individual
positions and stationary movements positions and stationary movements
required in drills. These positions and the required in drills. These positions and the
correct execution of the movement in every correct execution of the movement in every
detail should be learned before proceeding detail should be learned before proceeding
to other drill movements.to other drill movements.
b.b.Movements are initiated from the position Movements are initiated from the position
of attention. However, some rest of attention. However, some rest
movement may be executed from other movement may be executed from other
rest positions.rest positions.

58. 3.23.2POSITION OF ATTENTIONPOSITION OF ATTENTION

59. POSITION OF ATTENTION Cont.POSITION OF ATTENTION Cont.
a.a.In coming to attention, bring your heels In coming to attention, bring your heels
together smartly on the same line. Hold together smartly on the same line. Hold
them as near each other as the them as near each other as the
conformation of your body permits.conformation of your body permits.
b.b.Turn your feet out equally, forming an Turn your feet out equally, forming an
angle of 45 degrees.angle of 45 degrees.
c.c.Keep your knees straight without stiffness.Keep your knees straight without stiffness.
d.d.Hold your hips level, your body erect, your Hold your hips level, your body erect, your
chest lifted and arched, your shoulders chest lifted and arched, your shoulders
square and even.square and even.

60. POSITION OF ATTENTION Cont.POSITION OF ATTENTION Cont.
f.f.Let your arms hang straight down without Let your arms hang straight down without
stiffness, thumbs along the seams of your stiffness, thumbs along the seams of your
trousers. Hold the back of your hands out, with trousers. Hold the back of your hands out, with
the fingers held naturally so that the thumbs rest the fingers held naturally so that the thumbs rest
along the tip of the forefingers.along the tip of the forefingers.
g.g.Keep your head erect and squarely to the front, Keep your head erect and squarely to the front,
your chin drawn in so that the axis of your head your chin drawn in so that the axis of your head
and neck is vertical. Look straight to the front and neck is vertical. Look straight to the front
(about 30 yards ahead).(about 30 yards ahead).
h.h.Rest the weight of your body equally on the heels Rest the weight of your body equally on the heels
and the balls of your feet.and the balls of your feet.
i.i.Remain silent and do not move unless otherwise Remain silent and do not move unless otherwise
directed directed

61. 3.33.3REST POSITION AT THE HALTREST POSITION AT THE HALT
a.a.Parade RestParade Rest

62. a.a.Parade Rest Cont.Parade Rest Cont.

The command is The command is TIKAS, PAHINGATIKAS, PAHINGA. On the preparatory . On the preparatory
command, command, TIKASTIKAS,, shift the weight of your body to the shift the weight of your body to the
right leg without noticeable movement. On the right leg without noticeable movement. On the
command of execution, command of execution, PAHINGAPAHINGA,, and at the count of and at the count of
one, move the left foot smartly twelve inches to the left one, move the left foot smartly twelve inches to the left
of the right foot. The 12 inches are measured from the of the right foot. The 12 inches are measured from the
inside of the left heel to the inside of the right heel. The inside of the left heel to the inside of the right heel. The
legs remain straight without stiffness, allowing the body legs remain straight without stiffness, allowing the body
weight to rest equally on both legs. At the same time weight to rest equally on both legs. At the same time
the left foot is moved, clasped behind the back. The left the left foot is moved, clasped behind the back. The left
hand is placed at the small of the back, just below the hand is placed at the small of the back, just below the
belt, and the right hand is placed inside the left. The belt, and the right hand is placed inside the left. The
thumb of the right hand interlocks the thumb of the left thumb of the right hand interlocks the thumb of the left
hand. All the fingers are extended and joined and the hand. All the fingers are extended and joined and the
palms are to the rear. The elbows shall be in line with palms are to the rear. The elbows shall be in line with
the body. Silence and immobility are required. The only the body. Silence and immobility are required. The only
command is command is TILAP/PULUTONGTILAP/PULUTONG or or BALANGAY,BALANGAY, DADA.. On the On the
command of execution,command of execution, DADA,, smartly bring the left heel smartly bring the left heel
against the right heel and, at the same time, drop the against the right heel and, at the same time, drop the
arms to the sides and assume the position of attention.arms to the sides and assume the position of attention.

63. b.b.Stand at EaseStand at Ease

The command for this movement is The command for this movement is TINDIG TINDIG
PALUWAG.PALUWAG. On the command of execution On the command of execution
PALUWAGPALUWAG, execute , execute PARADE RESTPARADE REST, but turn , but turn
the head and eyes directly toward the the head and eyes directly toward the
person in charge of the formation. person in charge of the formation. AT EASEAT EASE
or or RESTREST may be executed from this position.may be executed from this position.

64. c.c.At EaseAt Ease

65. c.c.At Ease Cont.At Ease Cont.

The command for this movement is The command for this movement is
PALUWAGPALUWAG. On the command . On the command PALUWAGPALUWAG, the , the
soldier may move, however, he must remain soldier may move, however, he must remain
standing and silent with his right foot in standing and silent with his right foot in
place. place. PAHINGAPAHINGA may be executed from this may be executed from this
position.position.

66. d.d.RestRest

The command for this movement is The command for this movement is
PAHINGA.PAHINGA. On the command On the command PAHINGA,PAHINGA, the the
soldier may move or talk, keeping his right soldier may move or talk, keeping his right
foot in place, unless otherwisefoot in place, unless otherwise directed. At directed. At
ease may be executed from this position.ease may be executed from this position.

67. e.e.Fall OutFall Out
1)1)At the command At the command TIWALAGTIWALAG, you may leave the , you may leave the
ranks but you are required to remain in the ranks but you are required to remain in the
immediate area. You resume your former place at immediate area. You resume your former place at
attention in ranks at the command attention in ranks at the command HUMANAYHUMANAY..
2)2)Being at any of the rests except Being at any of the rests except TIWALAGTIWALAG, to , to
resume the position of attention the command is resume the position of attention the command is
– – TILAP, HUMANDATILAP, HUMANDA. At the command . At the command TILAPTILAP take take
the position of parade rest. At the command of the position of parade rest. At the command of
HUMANDA,HUMANDA, take the position of attention. take the position of attention. TINDIG TINDIG
PALUWAG, PALUWAGPALUWAG, PALUWAG and and PAHINGAPAHINGA can also be can also be
executed from the position of attention.executed from the position of attention.

68. 3.43.4 DISMISS DISMISS

At the command At the command LUMANSAGLUMANSAG, the troops , the troops
shall execute about face and leave the shall execute about face and leave the
immediate vicinity, unless instructed immediate vicinity, unless instructed
otherwise.otherwise.

69. 3.5 3.5 EYES RIGHTEYES RIGHT
a.a.Used as a courtesy to reviewing officers and dignitaries Used as a courtesy to reviewing officers and dignitaries
during parades and ceremonies. It is a one-count during parades and ceremonies. It is a one-count
movement and the command is given while halted at movement and the command is given while halted at
attention or marching at quick time. The commands are attention or marching at quick time. The commands are
HANDA TINGIN SA KANAN (KALIWA), NAHANDA TINGIN SA KANAN (KALIWA), NA andand HANDA, RAPHANDA, RAP..
b.b.Assume you are halted at attention. Upon the approach of Assume you are halted at attention. Upon the approach of
the reviewing officer, the unit leader commands, the reviewing officer, the unit leader commands, HANDA HANDA
TINGIN SA KANAN.TINGIN SA KANAN. On the command of execution, On the command of execution, NANA, ,
and at the count of one, all members of the formation and at the count of one, all members of the formation
smartly turn their heads 45 degrees to the right. The smartly turn their heads 45 degrees to the right. The
shoulders remain square to the front. There is no shoulders remain square to the front. There is no
command to terminate this movement. When the command to terminate this movement. When the
reviewing officer comes into your line of vision, you will reviewing officer comes into your line of vision, you will
follow his movement with your head and eyes until they follow his movement with your head and eyes until they
are straight to the front. At this time the movement is are straight to the front. At this time the movement is
terminated, and you remain at the position of attention terminated, and you remain at the position of attention
until given another command.until given another command.

70. 3.6 3.6 FACING AT THE HALTFACING AT THE HALT
a.a.Facing to the flank is a two-count Facing to the flank is a two-count
movement. The command is movement. The command is HARAP SA HARAP SA
KANAN (KALIWA), RAP.KANAN (KALIWA), RAP. On the command of On the command of
executionexecution, RAP, RAP slightly raise the right heel slightly raise the right heel
and left toe, and turn 90 degrees to the left and left toe, and turn 90 degrees to the left
on the left heel, assisted by a slight pressure on the left heel, assisted by a slight pressure
on the ball of the right foot. Keep the left leg on the ball of the right foot. Keep the left leg
straight without stiffness and allow the right straight without stiffness and allow the right
leg to bend naturally. On the second count, leg to bend naturally. On the second count,
place the right foot beside the left foot, place the right foot beside the left foot,
resuming the position of attention. Arms resuming the position of attention. Arms
remain at the sides, as in the position of remain at the sides, as in the position of
attention, throughout this movement.attention, throughout this movement.

71. FACING AT THE HALT Cont.FACING AT THE HALT Cont.

72. FACING AT THE HALT Cont.FACING AT THE HALT Cont.
b.b.Facing to the rear is a two-count movement. The Facing to the rear is a two-count movement. The
command iscommand is HARAP SA LIKOD, RAP HARAP SA LIKOD, RAP. On the . On the
command of execution command of execution RAPRAP, move the toe of the , move the toe of the
right foot to a point touching the marching right foot to a point touching the marching
surface about half the length of the foot to the surface about half the length of the foot to the
rear and slightly to the left heel. Rest most of the rear and slightly to the left heel. Rest most of the
weight of the body on the heel of the left foot and weight of the body on the heel of the left foot and
allow the right knee to bend naturally. On the allow the right knee to bend naturally. On the
second count, turn to the right 180 degrees on second count, turn to the right 180 degrees on
the left heel and ball of the right foot, resuming the left heel and ball of the right foot, resuming
the position of attention. Arms remain at the the position of attention. Arms remain at the
sides, as in the position of attention, throughout sides, as in the position of attention, throughout
this movement.this movement.

73. 3.7 3.7 HAND SALUTEHAND SALUTE

74. HAND SALUTE Cont.HAND SALUTE Cont.
a.a.The hand salute is a one-count movement. The The hand salute is a one-count movement. The
command is command is PUGAY KAMAYPUGAY KAMAY,, NA NA, , when wearing a when wearing a
headgear with visor (with or without glasses). On headgear with visor (with or without glasses). On
the command of execution the command of execution NA,NA, raise the right raise the right
hand sharply, fingers and thumb extended and hand sharply, fingers and thumb extended and
joined, palm facing down, and place the tip of the joined, palm facing down, and place the tip of the
right forefinger on the rim of the visor slightly to right forefinger on the rim of the visor slightly to
the right of the right eye. The outer edge of the the right of the right eye. The outer edge of the
hand is barely downward so that neither the back hand is barely downward so that neither the back
of the hand nor the palm is clearly visible from of the hand nor the palm is clearly visible from
the front. The hand and the wrist should be the front. The hand and the wrist should be
straight, the elbow inclined slightly forward, and straight, the elbow inclined slightly forward, and
the upper arm is horizontal to the ground with the upper arm is horizontal to the ground with
your forearm inclined at 45 degrees.your forearm inclined at 45 degrees.

75. HAND SALUTE Cont.HAND SALUTE Cont.
b.b.When wearing a headgear without a visor (or uncovered) When wearing a headgear without a visor (or uncovered)
and not wearing glasses, execute the hand salute in the and not wearing glasses, execute the hand salute in the
same manner as previously described in sub-paragraph a,same manner as previously described in sub-paragraph a,
whilewhile touching the tip of the forefinger to the forehead to touching the tip of the forefinger to the forehead to
that point on the glasses where the temple frame meets that point on the glasses where the temple frame meets
the right edge of the right eye brow.the right edge of the right eye brow.
c.c.When wearing a headgear without a visor (or uncovered) When wearing a headgear without a visor (or uncovered)
and wearing glasses, execute the hand in the same and wearing glasses, execute the hand in the same
manner as described in sub-paragraph a, while touching manner as described in sub-paragraph a, while touching
the tip of the right forefinger to that point on the glasses the tip of the right forefinger to that point on the glasses
where the temple piece of the frame meets the right edge where the temple piece of the frame meets the right edge
of the right eye brow.of the right eye brow.
d.d.Order Arms from the hand salute is a one-count Order Arms from the hand salute is a one-count
movement. The command is movement. The command is BABA, KAMAY, NABABA, KAMAY, NA. On the . On the
command of execution command of execution NANA, return the hand sharply to the , return the hand sharply to the
side resuming the position of attention.side resuming the position of attention.

76. HAND SALUTE Cont.HAND SALUTE Cont.

77. HAND SALUTE Cont.HAND SALUTE Cont.
e.e.When the rifle is slung to the right shoulder, the left When the rifle is slung to the right shoulder, the left
hand shall automatically hold the sling of the rifle hand shall automatically hold the sling of the rifle
across the body then execute the hand salute in the across the body then execute the hand salute in the
same manner as described in sub-paragraph a.same manner as described in sub-paragraph a.
f.f.When carrying a rifle, salute can be done either in When carrying a rifle, salute can be done either in
the position of Attention or while in Right Shoulder the position of Attention or while in Right Shoulder
Arms. When executing Order Arms, raise the rifle at Arms. When executing Order Arms, raise the rifle at
least three (3) inches above the ground. Then least three (3) inches above the ground. Then
execute sharply the salute by touching the muzzle execute sharply the salute by touching the muzzle
of the rifle with the left hand. When executing at of the rifle with the left hand. When executing at
Right Shoulder Arms, just follow the same sequence Right Shoulder Arms, just follow the same sequence
in the former but now touching the rear sight knob in the former but now touching the rear sight knob
of the rifle. of the rifle.

78. 3.83.8REMOVE/RETURN HEADGEARREMOVE/RETURN HEADGEAR
a.a.To remove a headgear is a two-count To remove a headgear is a two-count
movement. The command is movement. The command is ALIS KUPYA, ALIS KUPYA,
NA.NA. On the last note of the preparatory On the last note of the preparatory
command command ALIS KUPYAALIS KUPYA, hold your visor with , hold your visor with
your right hand (with your left hand if your right hand (with your left hand if
under arms) including the chinstrap if under arms) including the chinstrap if
making use of it. At the command of making use of it. At the command of
execution execution NANA, remove the headgear from , remove the headgear from
your head and bring the cap to your side.your head and bring the cap to your side.

79. REMOVE/RETURN HEADGEAR Cont.REMOVE/RETURN HEADGEAR Cont.

80. REMOVE/RETURN HEADGEAR Cont.REMOVE/RETURN HEADGEAR Cont.
b.b.In returning the headgear, the command is In returning the headgear, the command is
BALIK KUPYA, NABALIK KUPYA, NA. On the last note of the . On the last note of the
preparatory command preparatory command BALIK KUPYABALIK KUPYA, place , place
the headgear on your head (if making use the headgear on your head (if making use
of a chin strap, fix the strap in your chin of a chin strap, fix the strap in your chin
and hold your visor again) holding your and hold your visor again) holding your
visor. At the command of execution visor. At the command of execution NANA, ,
bring down your hand smartly to the bring down your hand smartly to the
position of Order Arms/Attention.position of Order Arms/Attention.

81. REMOVE/RETURN HEADGEAR Cont.REMOVE/RETURN HEADGEAR Cont.

83. 3.93.9 GENERAL GENERAL
a.a.This section contains all the steps in marching of This section contains all the steps in marching of
the individual soldier. These steps should be the individual soldier. These steps should be
learned thoroughly before proceeding to unit drill.learned thoroughly before proceeding to unit drill.
b.b.All marching movements executed from the halt All marching movements executed from the halt
are initiated from the position of Attention.are initiated from the position of Attention.
c.c.Except for route step march and at ease march, all Except for route step march and at ease march, all
movements are executed while marching at movements are executed while marching at
attention. Marching at attention is the attention. Marching at attention is the
combination of the position of Attention and the combination of the position of Attention and the
procedures for the prescribed step executed procedures for the prescribed step executed
simultaneously. simultaneously.
d.d.When executed from the halt, all steps except When executed from the halt, all steps except
right step begin with the left foot.right step begin with the left foot.

84. GENERAL Cont.GENERAL Cont.
e.e.For short-distance marching movements, the For short-distance marching movements, the
commander may designate the number of steps commander may designate the number of steps
forward, backward, or sideward by giving the forward, backward, or sideward by giving the
appropriate command: appropriate command: ISANG HAKBANG ISANG HAKBANG
PAKANANPAKANAN, , KAD KAD oror DALAWANG HAKBANG DALAWANG HAKBANG
PASULONG (PAURONG)PASULONG (PAURONG), , KADKAD. On the command of . On the command of
execution execution KADKAD,, step off with the appropriate foot, step off with the appropriate foot,
and halt automatically after completing the and halt automatically after completing the
number of steps designated. Unless otherwise number of steps designated. Unless otherwise
specified, when directed to execute steps specified, when directed to execute steps
forward, the steps will be 30-inch steps.forward, the steps will be 30-inch steps.
f.f.All marching movements are executed in the All marching movements are executed in the
cadence of quick time (120 steps per minute), cadence of quick time (120 steps per minute),
except the 36-inch step, which may be executed except the 36-inch step, which may be executed
in the cadence of 180 steps per minute on the in the cadence of 180 steps per minute on the
command command TAKBONG HAKBANG, KAD.TAKBONG HAKBANG, KAD.

85. GENERAL Cont.GENERAL Cont.
g.g.A step is the prescribed distance measured from A step is the prescribed distance measured from
heel to heel of a marching soldier.heel to heel of a marching soldier.
h.h.All 15-inch steps are executed for a short distance All 15-inch steps are executed for a short distance
only.only.
i.i.Both the preparatory command and the Both the preparatory command and the
command of execution are given as the foot in command of execution are given as the foot in
the direction of the turn strikes the ground. the direction of the turn strikes the ground.
Normally, for a unit not larger than a squad or Normally, for a unit not larger than a squad or
platoon, the preparatory command is given as platoon, the preparatory command is given as
your left (or right) foot strikes the ground and the your left (or right) foot strikes the ground and the
command of execution is given when your left (or command of execution is given when your left (or
right) foot next strikes the ground. For units right) foot next strikes the ground. For units
larger than a platoon, time is allowed for the unit larger than a platoon, time is allowed for the unit
leaders to repeat the preparatory command.leaders to repeat the preparatory command.

86. 3.103.10THE 30-INCH STEP (QUICK THE 30-INCH STEP (QUICK
TIME)TIME)
a.a.To march with a 30-inch step from the halt, the To march with a 30-inch step from the halt, the
command is command is PASULONG, KAD.PASULONG, KAD. On the preparatory On the preparatory
command command PASULONG,PASULONG, shift the weight of the shift the weight of the
body to the right foot without noticeable body to the right foot without noticeable
movement. On the command of execution movement. On the command of execution KADKAD, ,
step forward 30 inches with the left foot and step forward 30 inches with the left foot and
continue marching with 30-inch steps, keeping continue marching with 30-inch steps, keeping
the head and eyes fixed to the front. The arms the head and eyes fixed to the front. The arms
swing in natural motion, without exaggeration swing in natural motion, without exaggeration
and without bending at the elbows, and without bending at the elbows,
approximately approximately 6 inches straight to the front and 6 inches straight to the front and
3 inches straight to the rear3 inches straight to the rear of the trouser seams, of the trouser seams,
knuckles out facing forward, fingers formed into knuckles out facing forward, fingers formed into
a fist with the thumb over the forefinger. a fist with the thumb over the forefinger.

87. THE 30-INCH STEP (QUICK TIME) THE 30-INCH STEP (QUICK TIME)
Cont.Cont.
b.b.In halt while marching, the command In halt while marching, the command TILAP TILAP
(PULUTONG), HINTO (PULUTONG), HINTO shall be given. The shall be given. The
preparatory command preparatory command TILAP (PULUTONG)TILAP (PULUTONG) is is
given as either foot strikes the marching surface given as either foot strikes the marching surface
as long as the command of execution as long as the command of execution TOTO is given is given
the next time that foot strikes the marching the next time that foot strikes the marching
surface. The halt is executed in two counts. After surface. The halt is executed in two counts. After
HINTO HINTO is commanded, execute the additional is commanded, execute the additional
step required after the command of execution step required after the command of execution
and then bring the trail foot alongside the lead and then bring the trail foot alongside the lead
foot, assuming the position of Attention and foot, assuming the position of Attention and
terminating the movement.terminating the movement.

88. THE 30-INCH STEP (QUICK TIME) THE 30-INCH STEP (QUICK TIME)
Cont.Cont.
c.c.Quick Time from Double Time Quick Time from Double Time
Assume you are marching forward at double time and Assume you are marching forward at double time and
you receive the command, you receive the command, SIGLANG HAKBANG, KADSIGLANG HAKBANG, KAD. The . The
command of execution may be given as either foot strikes command of execution may be given as either foot strikes
the deck. The command will be given as the left foot the deck. The command will be given as the left foot
strikes the deck. On the command of execution, strikes the deck. On the command of execution, KAD,KAD, your your
next step will be a 30-inch step to the front with your left next step will be a 30-inch step to the front with your left
foot (step). Thirty (30) inches are measured from the rear foot (step). Thirty (30) inches are measured from the rear
of your left heel to the rear of your right heel. At the same of your left heel to the rear of your right heel. At the same
time you will decrease the cadence to 120 steps per time you will decrease the cadence to 120 steps per
minute, and lower your arms to the quick time position. minute, and lower your arms to the quick time position.
You will continue to march, taking 120, 30-inch steps per You will continue to march, taking 120, 30-inch steps per
minute, swinging your arms minute, swinging your arms 6 inches straight to the front 6 inches straight to the front
and 3 inches straight to the rearand 3 inches straight to the rear of the trouser seams. of the trouser seams.
Knuckles out facing forward and fingers formed into a fist Knuckles out facing forward and fingers formed into a fist
with the thumb over the forefinger.with the thumb over the forefinger.

89. 3.113.11CHANGE STEPCHANGE STEP

To change step while marching, the To change step while marching, the
command command PALIT HAKBANG, KADPALIT HAKBANG, KAD is given as is given as
the right foot strikes the marching surface. the right foot strikes the marching surface.
On the command of execution On the command of execution KAD,KAD, take one take one
more step with the left foot, clip your arms more step with the left foot, clip your arms
on your side, then in one count, place the on your side, then in one count, place the
right toe near the heel of the left foot and right toe near the heel of the left foot and
step off again with the left foot. The arms step off again with the left foot. The arms
shall swing naturally after execution.shall swing naturally after execution.

90. 3.123.12TO MARCH AT RESTTO MARCH AT REST

At Ease MarchAt Ease March

The command The command PALUWAG, KADPALUWAG, KAD is given as is given as
either foot strikes the marching surface. On either foot strikes the marching surface. On
the command of execution the command of execution KAD,KAD, the soldier the soldier
is no longer required to retain cadence; is no longer required to retain cadence;
however, silence and the approximate however, silence and the approximate
interval and distance are maintained. interval and distance are maintained.
SIGLANG HAKBANG, KAD SIGLANG HAKBANG, KAD and and LAYANG LAYANG
HAKBANG, KADHAKBANG, KAD are the only commands that are the only commands that
can be given while marching at ease.can be given while marching at ease.

91. 3.133.13HALF STEP MARCH (15-Inch HALF STEP MARCH (15-Inch
Step)Step)
a.a.To march with a 15-inch step from the halt, the To march with a 15-inch step from the halt, the
command is command is HATING HAKBANG, KADHATING HAKBANG, KAD. On the . On the
preparatory command, preparatory command, HATING HAKBANGHATING HAKBANG, shift the , shift the
weight of the body to the right foot without weight of the body to the right foot without
noticeable movement. On the command of execution noticeable movement. On the command of execution
KAD, KAD, step forward 15 inches with the left foot and step forward 15 inches with the left foot and
continue marching within 15-inch steps. The arms continue marching within 15-inch steps. The arms
swing while marching with a 30-inch step.swing while marching with a 30-inch step.
b.b.To alter the march to a 15-inch step while marching To alter the march to a 15-inch step while marching
with a 30-inch step, the command is with a 30-inch step, the command is HATING HAKBANG, HATING HAKBANG,
KAD.KAD. This command may be given as either foot strikes This command may be given as either foot strikes
the marching surface. On the command of execution the marching surface. On the command of execution
KADKAD, take one more 30-inch step and then begin , take one more 30-inch step and then begin
marching with a 15-inch step. The arms shall be marching with a 15-inch step. The arms shall be
clipped on the sides while marching the 15-inch steps.clipped on the sides while marching the 15-inch steps.

92. 3.133.13HALF STEP MARCH (15-Inch HALF STEP MARCH (15-Inch
Step)Step)

To resume marching with a 30-inch step, the To resume marching with a 30-inch step, the
command command PASULONG, KADPASULONG, KAD is given as either foot is given as either foot
strikes the marching surface. On the command of strikes the marching surface. On the command of
execution execution KAD,KAD, take one more 15-inch and then take one more 15-inch and then
begin marching with a 30-inch step.begin marching with a 30-inch step.

The halt while marching at the half step is The halt while marching at the half step is
executed in two counts, the same as the halt from executed in two counts, the same as the halt from
the 30-inch step.the 30-inch step.

While marching at the half step the only While marching at the half step the only
commands that may be given are: commands that may be given are: PATAKDA, KAD; PATAKDA, KAD;
PASULONG, KAD; PADALANG, KAD;PASULONG, KAD; PADALANG, KAD; and and TILAP / TILAP /
PULUTONG / BALANGAY / TALUPAD, TO.PULUTONG / BALANGAY / TALUPAD, TO.

93. 3.143.14MARCHING IN PLACEMARCHING IN PLACE
a.a.To march in place, the command To march in place, the command PATAKDA, KADPATAKDA, KAD is is
given as either foot strikes the marching surface given as either foot strikes the marching surface
and only while marching with a 30-inch step and only while marching with a 30-inch step
forward. On the command of execution, forward. On the command of execution, KAD,KAD,
take one more step, bring the trailing foot take one more step, bring the trailing foot
alongside the leading foot, and begin to march in alongside the leading foot, and begin to march in
place. Raise each foot (alternately) 30-inch off the place. Raise each foot (alternately) 30-inch off the
marching surface and keep the arms at the sides marching surface and keep the arms at the sides
as in the position of Attention.as in the position of Attention.
b.b.To resume marching with a 30-inch step, the To resume marching with a 30-inch step, the
command command PASULONG, KADPASULONG, KAD is given as either foot is given as either foot
strikes the marching surface. On the command of strikes the marching surface. On the command of
execution execution KAD,KAD, take one more step in place and take one more step in place and
then step off with a 30-inch step.then step off with a 30-inch step.

94. MARCHING IN PLACE Cont.MARCHING IN PLACE Cont.
c.c.Mark Time from Double Time in Place Mark Time from Double Time in Place
Assume you are double-timing in place and you Assume you are double-timing in place and you
receive the command, receive the command, PATAKDA, KAD.PATAKDA, KAD. The The
command of execution may be given as either foot command of execution may be given as either foot
strikes the deck. For the purpose of demonstration, strikes the deck. For the purpose of demonstration,
I will give the command as the left foot strikes the I will give the command as the left foot strikes the
deck. On the command of execution, deck. On the command of execution, KADKAD, your , your
next step will be one more six-inch vertical step in next step will be one more six-inch vertical step in
place with your right foot (step). Your next step will place with your right foot (step). Your next step will
be a two-inch vertical step in place with your left be a two-inch vertical step in place with your left
foot to the deck. At the same time, reduce the foot to the deck. At the same time, reduce the
cadence to 120 steps per minute and lower the cadence to 120 steps per minute and lower the
arms to the quick time position. You shall continue arms to the quick time position. You shall continue
marching in place, take 120- two-inch vertical marching in place, take 120- two-inch vertical
alternating steps per minute.alternating steps per minute.

95. MARCHING IN PLACE Cont.MARCHING IN PLACE Cont.
d.d.The halt from mark time is executed in The halt from mark time is executed in
two counts, basically the same as the two counts, basically the same as the
halt from the 30-inch step.halt from the 30-inch step.

96. 3.153.15SIDE STEP (RIGHT/LEFT)SIDE STEP (RIGHT/LEFT)
To march with a 15-inch step right (left), the To march with a 15-inch step right (left), the
command is command is HAKBANGHAKBANG PAKANAN (PAKALIWA), PAKANAN (PAKALIWA),
KAD.KAD. The command is given only while at the halt. The command is given only while at the halt.
On the preparatory command of On the preparatory command of HAKBANG HAKBANG
PAKANAN (PAKALIWA),PAKANAN (PAKALIWA), shift the weight of the shift the weight of the
body without noticeable movement onto the left body without noticeable movement onto the left
(right) foot. On the command of execution (right) foot. On the command of execution KAD,KAD,
bend the right knee slightly and raise the right bend the right knee slightly and raise the right
foot only high enough to allow freedom of foot only high enough to allow freedom of
movement. Place the right foot 15 inches to the movement. Place the right foot 15 inches to the
right of the left foot, and then move the left foot right of the left foot, and then move the left foot
(keeping the left leg straight) alongside the right (keeping the left leg straight) alongside the right
foot as in the position of Attention. Continue this foot as in the position of Attention. Continue this
movement, keeping the arms at the sides as in movement, keeping the arms at the sides as in
the position of Attention.the position of Attention.

97. SIDE STEP (RIGHT/LEFT) Cont.SIDE STEP (RIGHT/LEFT) Cont.
b.b.To halt when executing right or left step, To halt when executing right or left step,
the command is the command is TILAP (PULUTONG), TO.TILAP (PULUTONG), TO.
This movement is executed in two counts. This movement is executed in two counts.
The preparatory command is given when The preparatory command is given when
the heels are together. The command of the heels are together. The command of
execution execution TOTO is given the next time the is given the next time the
heels are together. On the command of heels are together. On the command of
execution execution TOTO, take one more step with the , take one more step with the
lead foot and then place the trailing foot lead foot and then place the trailing foot
alongside the lead foot, resuming the alongside the lead foot, resuming the
position of Attention.position of Attention.

98. 3.163.16BACKWARD MARCHBACKWARD MARCH
a.a.To march with a 15-inch step backward, the To march with a 15-inch step backward, the
command is command is PAURONG, KAD.PAURONG, KAD. The command The command
is given only while at halt. On the preparatory is given only while at halt. On the preparatory
command command PAURONG,PAURONG, shift the weight of the shift the weight of the
body without noticeable movement onto the body without noticeable movement onto the
right foot. On the command of execution right foot. On the command of execution
KAD,KAD, take a 15-inch step backward with the take a 15-inch step backward with the
left foot and continue marching backward left foot and continue marching backward
with 15-inch steps. Arms are clipped on the with 15-inch steps. Arms are clipped on the
side while executing backward march.side while executing backward march.
b.b.The halt from backward march is executed in The halt from backward march is executed in
two counts, basically the same as the halt two counts, basically the same as the halt
from the 30-inch step.from the 30-inch step.

99. 3.173.17DOUBLE TIME MARCHDOUBLE TIME MARCH
a.a.To march in the cadence of 180 steps per minute with To march in the cadence of 180 steps per minute with
a 30-inch step, the command is a 30-inch step, the command is TAKBONG HAKBANG, TAKBONG HAKBANG,
KAD.KAD. It may be commanded while at the halt or while It may be commanded while at the halt or while
marching at quick time with a 30-inch step.marching at quick time with a 30-inch step.
b.b.When at halt and the preparatory command When at halt and the preparatory command TAKBONG TAKBONG
HAKBANGHAKBANG is given, shift the weight of the body to the is given, shift the weight of the body to the
right foot without noticeable movement. On the right foot without noticeable movement. On the
command of execution command of execution KAD,KAD, raise the forearms to a raise the forearms to a
horizontal position, with the fingers and thumb horizontal position, with the fingers and thumb
closed, knuckles out, simultaneously step off with the closed, knuckles out, simultaneously step off with the
left foot. Continue to march with 30-inch steps at the left foot. Continue to march with 30-inch steps at the
cadence of double time. The arms swing naturally to cadence of double time. The arms swing naturally to
the front and rear with the forearms kept horizontal the front and rear with the forearms kept horizontal
(when armed soldiers come to Port Arms on receiving (when armed soldiers come to Port Arms on receiving
the preparatory command the preparatory command TAKBONG HAKBANGTAKBONG HAKBANG ). ).
Guides, when at Sling Arms will double time with their Guides, when at Sling Arms will double time with their
weapons at Sling Arms upon receiving the directive weapons at Sling Arms upon receiving the directive
““MGA GABAY SUMALUNAN” (GUIDES ON LINE).MGA GABAY SUMALUNAN” (GUIDES ON LINE).

100. DOUBLE TIME MARCH Cont.DOUBLE TIME MARCH Cont.
c.c.When marching with a 30-inch step in the When marching with a 30-inch step in the
cadence of quick time, the command cadence of quick time, the command TAKBONG TAKBONG
HAKBANG, KADHAKBANG, KAD is given as either foot strikes the is given as either foot strikes the
marching surface. On the command of execution marching surface. On the command of execution
KAD,KAD, take one more 30-inch step at quick time take one more 30-inch step at quick time
and step off with the trailing foot, double timing and step off with the trailing foot, double timing
as previously described.as previously described.
d.d.To resume marching with a 30-inch step at quick To resume marching with a 30-inch step at quick
time, the command time, the command SIGLANG HAKBANG, KADSIGLANG HAKBANG, KAD is is
given as either foot strikes the marching surface. given as either foot strikes the marching surface.
On the command of execution On the command of execution KADKAD, take two , take two
more 30-inch steps at double time, lower the more 30-inch steps at double time, lower the
arms to the sides, and resume marching with a arms to the sides, and resume marching with a
30-inch step at quick time.30-inch step at quick time.

101. DOUBLE TIME MARCH Cont.DOUBLE TIME MARCH Cont.
e.e.When you are marking time and you receive the When you are marking time and you receive the
commandcommand TAKBONG HAKBANG, KAD, TAKBONG HAKBANG, KAD, the command of the command of
execution may be given as either foot strikes the execution may be given as either foot strikes the
deck. To demonstrate, the command is given as the deck. To demonstrate, the command is given as the
left foot strikes the deck. On the command of left foot strikes the deck. On the command of
execution, execution, KAD,KAD, your step will be one more two–inch your step will be one more two–inch
vertical step in place with your right foot (Step). Your vertical step in place with your right foot (Step). Your
next step will be a 36-inch step to the front with your next step will be a 36-inch step to the front with your
left foot (Step). Thirty-six inches are measured from left foot (Step). Thirty-six inches are measured from
the rear of your left heel to the rear of your right heel. the rear of your left heel to the rear of your right heel.
At the same time, increase the cadence to 180 steps At the same time, increase the cadence to 180 steps
per minute and raise the forearms to a horizontal per minute and raise the forearms to a horizontal
position along the waistline, fingers closed, knuckles position along the waistline, fingers closed, knuckles
out. You will continue to march, taking 180, 36-inch out. You will continue to march, taking 180, 36-inch
steps per minute, swinging your arms in their natural steps per minute, swinging your arms in their natural
arc across the front of your body, until given another arc across the front of your body, until given another
command.command.

102. DOUBLE TIME MARCH Cont.DOUBLE TIME MARCH Cont.
f.f.When you are double-timing in place and you When you are double-timing in place and you
receive the command, receive the command, TAKBONG HAKBANG, KAD,TAKBONG HAKBANG, KAD,
the command of execution may be given as either the command of execution may be given as either
foot strikes the deck. For the purpose of foot strikes the deck. For the purpose of
demonstration, the command will be given as the demonstration, the command will be given as the
left foot strikes the deck. On the command of left foot strikes the deck. On the command of
execution, execution, KAD,KAD, your next step will be one more your next step will be one more
six-inch vertical step in place with your right foot six-inch vertical step in place with your right foot
(step). Your next step will be a 36-inch step to the (step). Your next step will be a 36-inch step to the
place with your left foot (Step). Thirty-six inches place with your left foot (Step). Thirty-six inches
shall be measured from the rear of your left heel shall be measured from the rear of your left heel
to the rear of your right heel. You will continue to to the rear of your right heel. You will continue to
march, taking 180 36-inch steps per minute, march, taking 180 36-inch steps per minute,
swinging your arms naturally across the front of swinging your arms naturally across the front of
your body, until given another command.your body, until given another command.

103. 3.183.18TO FACE IN MARCHINGTO FACE IN MARCHING
a.a.Face to the Right as in Marching Face to the Right as in Marching

Assume you are halted at attention and you Assume you are halted at attention and you
receive the command, receive the command, LIKO SA KANAN, KAD.LIKO SA KANAN, KAD. On On
the preparatory command, the preparatory command, LIKO SA KANAN,LIKO SA KANAN, shift shift
the weight of your body to the left leg without the weight of your body to the left leg without
noticeable movement. On the command of noticeable movement. On the command of
execution execution KADKAD, face 90 degrees to the right by , face 90 degrees to the right by
pivoting on the ball of the left foot, at the same pivoting on the ball of the left foot, at the same
time taking a 30-inch step in the new direction time taking a 30-inch step in the new direction
with the right foot, swinging your arms in their with the right foot, swinging your arms in their
natural arc,natural arc, six inches to the front and three six inches to the front and three
inches to the rearinches to the rear of your legs, but allow them to of your legs, but allow them to
swing away from the body (Step). You will swing away from the body (Step). You will
continue to march, taking 120, 30-inch steps per continue to march, taking 120, 30-inch steps per
minute, swinging your arms 6 inches to the front minute, swinging your arms 6 inches to the front
and 3 inches to the rear of your legs, until given and 3 inches to the rear of your legs, until given
another command.another command.

104. TO FACE IN MARCHING Cont.TO FACE IN MARCHING Cont.
b.b.Face to the Left as in MarchingFace to the Left as in Marching

Assume you are halted at attention and you Assume you are halted at attention and you
receive the command, receive the command, LIKO SA KALIWA, KAD.LIKO SA KALIWA, KAD. On On
the preparatory command shift the weight of the preparatory command shift the weight of
your body to the right leg without noticeable your body to the right leg without noticeable
movement. On the command of execution, movement. On the command of execution, KAD,KAD,
face 90 degrees to the left by pivoting on the ball face 90 degrees to the left by pivoting on the ball
of the right foot, at the same time taking a 30-of the right foot, at the same time taking a 30-
inch step in the new direction with the left foot, inch step in the new direction with the left foot,
swinging your arms in their natural arc, swinging your arms in their natural arc, six inches six inches
to the front and three inches to the rearto the front and three inches to the rear of your of your
legs, not allowing them to swing away from the legs, not allowing them to swing away from the
body (Step). You will continue to march, taking body (Step). You will continue to march, taking
120, 30-inch step per minute, swinging your arms 120, 30-inch step per minute, swinging your arms
6 inches to the front and 3 inches to the rear of 6 inches to the front and 3 inches to the rear of
your legs until given another command.your legs until given another command.

105. 3.193.19TO MARCH BY THE FLANKTO MARCH BY THE FLANK

While marching, the command is While marching, the command is
KANANG (KALIWANG) PANIG, KAD.KANANG (KALIWANG) PANIG, KAD. At At
the command the command KAD,KAD, strike the given foot strike the given foot
on the ground, advance and plant your on the ground, advance and plant your
left (or right) foot; then face to the right left (or right) foot; then face to the right
(or left) in marching and step off in the (or left) in marching and step off in the
new direction on your right (or left) foot.new direction on your right (or left) foot.

106. 3.203.20TO MARCH TO THE REARTO MARCH TO THE REAR
a.a.While Marching Forward at Quick Time While Marching Forward at Quick Time

Assume you are marching forward at quick time Assume you are marching forward at quick time
and you receive the command, and you receive the command, PABALIK, KADPABALIK, KAD. The . The
command of execution will be given as the right command of execution will be given as the right
foot strikes the deck, as this involves movement foot strikes the deck, as this involves movement
to the right. On the command of executionto the right. On the command of execution, KAD, KAD, ,
your next step shall be to place your left foot your next step shall be to place your left foot
approximately 30 inches and directly in front of approximately 30 inches and directly in front of
your right foot (Step). Your next step shall be to your right foot (Step). Your next step shall be to
face 180 degrees to the right about by pivoting face 180 degrees to the right about by pivoting
on the balls of both feet (Step). The legs remain on the balls of both feet (Step). The legs remain
straight without stiffness and the arms continue straight without stiffness and the arms continue
their natural swing, but not allowing it to swing their natural swing, but not allowing it to swing
wide from the body. Your next step, without loss wide from the body. Your next step, without loss
of cadence, will be a 30-inch step in the new of cadence, will be a 30-inch step in the new
direction (Step). You shall continue to march quick direction (Step). You shall continue to march quick
time, until given another command.time, until given another command.

107. TO MARCH TO THE REAR Cont.TO MARCH TO THE REAR Cont.
b.b.While Marching Forward at Double Time While Marching Forward at Double Time

Assume you are marching forward at double time Assume you are marching forward at double time
and receive the command, and receive the command, PABALIK, KADPABALIK, KAD. The . The
command of execution will be given as the right command of execution will be given as the right
foot strikes the deck, as this involves a movement foot strikes the deck, as this involves a movement
to the right. On the command of execution, to the right. On the command of execution, KADKAD, ,
your next steps will be two 36-inch steps to the your next steps will be two 36-inch steps to the
front (Step, Step). Your next steps shall be four front (Step, Step). Your next steps shall be four
six-inch vertical alternating steps in place, at the six-inch vertical alternating steps in place, at the
same time turning 180 degrees to the right about same time turning 180 degrees to the right about
(Step, Step, Step, and Step). The arms shall (Step, Step, Step, and Step). The arms shall
continue their natural swing, but shall not be continue their natural swing, but shall not be
allowed to swing away from the body. Your next, allowed to swing away from the body. Your next,
without loss of cadence, will be a 36-inch step in without loss of cadence, will be a 36-inch step in
the new direction with your left foot (Step). You the new direction with your left foot (Step). You
will continue to march at double time cadence will continue to march at double time cadence
until given another command.until given another command.

108. 3.213.21 EYES RIGHT/LEFT WHILE MARCHING EYES RIGHT/LEFT WHILE MARCHING
a.a.While marching at quick time, the unit leader commands While marching at quick time, the unit leader commands
HANDA TINGIN SA KANAN, NA HANDA TINGIN SA KANAN, NA when he is six paces away when he is six paces away
from the reviewing officer. The command of execution from the reviewing officer. The command of execution
should be given as the right foot strikes the deck, as this is should be given as the right foot strikes the deck, as this is
a movement to the right. On the command of execution, a movement to the right. On the command of execution,
NA,NA, and for the count of one, your next step will be a 30- and for the count of one, your next step will be a 30-
inch step to the front with your left foot. At the same time, inch step to the front with your left foot. At the same time,
all files, except the right file, will smartly turn their head all files, except the right file, will smartly turn their head
and eyes 45 degrees to the right (Step). The shoulders and eyes 45 degrees to the right (Step). The shoulders
remain square to the front. The members of the right file remain square to the front. The members of the right file
will keep their heads and eyes to the front. You shall will keep their heads and eyes to the front. You shall
continue to march until given the next command. The continue to march until given the next command. The
command to terminate this movement is command to terminate this movement is HANDA, HARAPHANDA, HARAP. .
The command of execution is given when the last rank is The command of execution is given when the last rank is
six paces beyond the reviewing officer, and as the left foot six paces beyond the reviewing officer, and as the left foot
strikes the deck, as this involves a movement to the left. strikes the deck, as this involves a movement to the left.
On the command of execution, On the command of execution, HARAPHARAP, your next step is a , your next step is a
30-inch step to the front with your right foot. At the same 30-inch step to the front with your right foot. At the same
time, all men who have executed eyes right will then turn time, all men who have executed eyes right will then turn
their heads and eyes to the front (Step). You shall continue their heads and eyes to the front (Step). You shall continue
to march until given another command.to march until given another command.

109. EYES RIGHT/LEFT WHILE MARCHINGEYES RIGHT/LEFT WHILE MARCHING
b.b.Eyes Left:Eyes Left:The movement of eyes left may only be executed The movement of eyes left may only be executed
while marching and is normally done during street parades, while marching and is normally done during street parades,
when the reviewing stand is on the left. While marching at when the reviewing stand is on the left. While marching at
quick time, the unit leader gives the command when he is six quick time, the unit leader gives the command when he is six
paces away from the reviewing officer. The command of paces away from the reviewing officer. The command of
execution is given as the left foot strikes the deck, as this execution is given as the left foot strikes the deck, as this
involves a movement to the left. On the command of involves a movement to the left. On the command of
executionexecution, NA,, NA, and the count of one, your next step will be a and the count of one, your next step will be a
30-inch step to the front with your right foot. At the same time, 30-inch step to the front with your right foot. At the same time,
all files except the left file will smartly turn their heads and all files except the left file will smartly turn their heads and
eyes 45 degrees to the left (Step). The shoulders remain square eyes 45 degrees to the left (Step). The shoulders remain square
to the front. The members of the left file will keep their heads to the front. The members of the left file will keep their heads
and eyes to the front. You shall continue to march until given and eyes to the front. You shall continue to march until given
the next command. The command to terminate this movement the next command. The command to terminate this movement
is is HANDA,HANDA, HARAP.HARAP. The command of execution is given when The command of execution is given when
the last rank has moved six paces, as this involves a movement the last rank has moved six paces, as this involves a movement
to the right. On the command of execution, to the right. On the command of execution, HARAP,HARAP, your next your next
step is a 30-inch step to the front with your left foot. At the step is a 30-inch step to the front with your left foot. At the
same time, all files that have executed eyes left will smartly same time, all files that have executed eyes left will smartly
turn their head and eyes to the front (Step). You shall continue turn their head and eyes to the front (Step). You shall continue
marching until given another command marching until given another command

110. 3.223.22STAFF BEHIND THE STAFF BEHIND THE
COMMANDERCOMMANDER
To make a staff move to the rear of a commander, To make a staff move to the rear of a commander,
the command is the command is KALUPUNAN, SUMALIKOD KO, KAD.KALUPUNAN, SUMALIKOD KO, KAD.
The movement is executed in 9 counts for 2 or 3 The movement is executed in 9 counts for 2 or 3
men staff, 11 for 4 men staff, 13 for 5 man staff, men staff, 11 for 4 men staff, 13 for 5 man staff,
and 15 for 6 men staff.and 15 for 6 men staff.
At the command At the command KAD,KAD, all members of the staff all members of the staff
execute right face, then the first man faces to the execute right face, then the first man faces to the
left and marches 4 steps, column left and halts on left and marches 4 steps, column left and halts on
the prescribed last count. All members shall march the prescribed last count. All members shall march
forward and follow the first man turning at the forward and follow the first man turning at the
same pivot made by the first man.same pivot made by the first man.
All members halt in the designated count and face All members halt in the designated count and face
left altogether automatically facing the new left altogether automatically facing the new
direction.direction.

111. STAFF BEHIND THE COMMANDER STAFF BEHIND THE COMMANDER
Cont.Cont.

113. SECTION ISECTION I
REVIEWSREVIEWS

114. 1.11.1 DEFINITIONDEFINITION

A review is an inspection of troops by a A review is an inspection of troops by a
high officer or honored guest as a way of high officer or honored guest as a way of
showing its troops’ unit strength, state of showing its troops’ unit strength, state of
discipline and preparedness.discipline and preparedness.

115. 1.21.2HISTORICAL BACKGROUNDHISTORICAL BACKGROUND
 Reviews in the Armed Forces of the Philippines Reviews in the Armed Forces of the Philippines
were patterned after the United States Army’s. This were patterned after the United States Army’s. This
is due to the fact that the Americans greatly is due to the fact that the Americans greatly
influenced the Philippine government’s educational influenced the Philippine government’s educational
system and the military during their occupation of system and the military during their occupation of
the country right after the Spanish regime.the country right after the Spanish regime.
 US military reviews were outlined in the US military reviews were outlined in the
Regulations for the Order and Discipline of the Regulations for the Order and Discipline of the
troops of the United States commonly known as troops of the United States commonly known as
the Blue Book written in 1779 by Baron Friedrich the Blue Book written in 1779 by Baron Friedrich
von Steuben, a former Prussian Officer under von Steuben, a former Prussian Officer under
Frederick the Great. He was commissioned by Frederick the Great. He was commissioned by
General George Washington to develop the General George Washington to develop the
revolutionary forces into a well-organized and revolutionary forces into a well-organized and
highly disciplined army.highly disciplined army.

116. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND Cont.HISTORICAL BACKGROUND Cont.
 The origin of military reviews may be traced The origin of military reviews may be traced
back to as early as the Middle Ages when rulers back to as early as the Middle Ages when rulers
were likely to have military ceremonies as a way of were likely to have military ceremonies as a way of
showing strength.showing strength.
 At the turn of the century, armies all over the At the turn of the century, armies all over the
world began adopting the regimental system. world began adopting the regimental system.
Regiments were assigned a specific color or Regiments were assigned a specific color or
number for easy identification and positioning on number for easy identification and positioning on
the battlefield. In battle, the color (flag) party the battlefield. In battle, the color (flag) party
marched in front and center of its unit as a point marched in front and center of its unit as a point
for the unit to dress on. Since victories in those for the unit to dress on. Since victories in those
days were expressed in terms of the number of days were expressed in terms of the number of
enemy colors captured, the color party was the enemy colors captured, the color party was the
logical priority target and thus suffered heavy logical priority target and thus suffered heavy
casualties.casualties.

117. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND Cont.HISTORICAL BACKGROUND Cont.
 In the US Army, the Colors have been historically placed In the US Army, the Colors have been historically placed
in the center of the formation and considered to be part of in the center of the formation and considered to be part of
the company on the immediate right of the Colors. This the company on the immediate right of the Colors. This
company is still called the Color Unit.company is still called the Color Unit.
 Musical elements (usually drums and fifes, and Musical elements (usually drums and fifes, and
sometimes a band) were used during actual battle and sometimes a band) were used during actual battle and
marched 12 to 15 paces to the rear of the formation. By marched 12 to 15 paces to the rear of the formation. By
1892, US infantry drill regulation posted bands and field 1892, US infantry drill regulation posted bands and field
music on the right of the formation or at the head of the music on the right of the formation or at the head of the
formation when it moved in column.formation when it moved in column.
 Today, the presence of the Colors at the center of the Today, the presence of the Colors at the center of the
formation represents their presence in the old days at the formation represents their presence in the old days at the
forefront of the unit during the heat of battle. On the other forefront of the unit during the heat of battle. On the other
hand, the presence of the band represents the significant hand, the presence of the band represents the significant
role that the drum, fife and other musical instruments have role that the drum, fife and other musical instruments have
played throughout military history for signaling in camp or played throughout military history for signaling in camp or
on the battlefield.on the battlefield.

118. 1.31.3 PURPOSE PURPOSE

Reviews are often mistaken to be the same as Reviews are often mistaken to be the same as
parades. While features are similar, these are two parades. While features are similar, these are two
distinct ceremonies although the combination of distinct ceremonies although the combination of
the two is normally practiced. A review is a military the two is normally practiced. A review is a military
ceremony used to:ceremony used to:
1.1.Honor a visiting high-ranking commander, officials, Honor a visiting high-ranking commander, officials,
or dignitary and/or permit them to observe the or dignitary and/or permit them to observe the
state of training of a unit.state of training of a unit.
2.2.Present decorations and awards.Present decorations and awards.
3.3.Honor or recognize unit or individual achievements.Honor or recognize unit or individual achievements.
4.4.Commemorate events.Commemorate events.

It is more fitting therefore to entitle a program It is more fitting therefore to entitle a program “ A “ A
Review in Honor of ________”Review in Honor of ________” or “A Review in or “A Review in
Commemoration of _______”Commemoration of _______” instead of calling it a instead of calling it a
parade and review when actually what would be parade and review when actually what would be
done is only a review.done is only a review.

119. 1.4 GENERAL1.4 GENERAL

Normally, a review is conducted with a battalion-Normally, a review is conducted with a battalion-
size or larger troop unit. However, a composite or size or larger troop unit. However, a composite or
representative element consisting of two or more representative element consisting of two or more
platoons may serve the same purpose. A review platoons may serve the same purpose. A review
consists of the following steps in sequence:consists of the following steps in sequence:
a.a.Formation of troops.Formation of troops.
b.b.Presentation of Command and Honors.Presentation of Command and Honors.
c.c.Inspection.Inspection.
d.d.Honors to the Nation.Honors to the Nation.
e.e.Remarks.Remarks.
f.f.Pass-in-Review.Pass-in-Review.
g.g.Conclusion.Conclusion.

Note: The review stage may be omitted for Note: The review stage may be omitted for
decorations, awards, or individual recognition decorations, awards, or individual recognition
ceremonies.ceremonies.

120. GENERAL Cont.GENERAL Cont.

Other ceremonial activities or combinations thereof, Other ceremonial activities or combinations thereof,
those maybe incorporated within a framework of review those maybe incorporated within a framework of review
are:are:
1. Review with decorations, awards and individual 1. Review with decorations, awards and individual
recognition ceremonies.recognition ceremonies.
2. Review with change of command, activation, or de- 2. Review with change of command, activation, or de-
activation of units.activation of units.
3.3.Review with retreat.Review with retreat.
4.4.Review with retreat and retirement, decorations, and Review with retreat and retirement, decorations, and
awards.awards.
5.5.Review with retreat and change of command, Review with retreat and change of command,
activation, or de-activation of units.activation, or de-activation of units.
6.6.Review and parade with all of the above combinations.Review and parade with all of the above combinations.

121. GENERAL Cont.GENERAL Cont.

To enable himself to review his own command To enable himself to review his own command
with a visiting Reviewing Officer (RO), a commander with a visiting Reviewing Officer (RO), a commander
normally designates an Officer of his command as normally designates an Officer of his command as
Troop Commander (TC). The TC is responsible for the Troop Commander (TC). The TC is responsible for the
preparation of the troops for the review.preparation of the troops for the review.

Any of the formations described for the Battalion Any of the formations described for the Battalion
or Brigade may be used. The following are the three or Brigade may be used. The following are the three
recommended formations for conducting a review:recommended formations for conducting a review:
a.a.Battalion Formation with Companies in LineBattalion Formation with Companies in Line
((Figure 1Figure 1)).. The Battalion is composed of a minimum The Battalion is composed of a minimum
of two (2) Companies with three (3) Platoons per of two (2) Companies with three (3) Platoons per
Company.Company.

122. Figure 1: Battalion Formation with Companies in LineFigure 1: Battalion Formation with Companies in Line
Note: Note: Arrow points from the last element to the guide of the Arrow points from the last element to the guide of the
next platoonnext platoon

123. GENERAL Cont.GENERAL Cont.

b.b.Brigade Formation with Brigade Formation with
Battalions in LineBattalions in Line (Figure 2).(Figure 2). The The
Brigade is composed of a minimum of Brigade is composed of a minimum of
two (2) Battalions with three (3) two (2) Battalions with three (3)
Companies each. However, a minimum Companies each. However, a minimum
of two (2) Companies per Battalion is of two (2) Companies per Battalion is
recommended, provided that the recommended, provided that the
Companies are always composed of Companies are always composed of
three (3) Platoons each.three (3) Platoons each.

124. Figure 2: Brigade Formation Figure 2: Brigade Formation
with Battalions in Linewith Battalions in Line

125. GENERAL Cont.GENERAL Cont.

c.c.Division Formation with Brigades in Division Formation with Brigades in
Line, Battalions in Mass Line, Battalions in Mass (Figure 3)(Figure 3). The . The
same composition as in same composition as in Figure 2Figure 2. The . The
participation of the saluting battery should participation of the saluting battery should
be considered as part of the formation be considered as part of the formation
whenever possible by the space available.whenever possible by the space available.

126. Figure 3: Division Formation with Brigades Figure 3: Division Formation with Brigades
in Line, Battalions in Massin Line, Battalions in Mass

127. 
The formation selected is determined by The formation selected is determined by
the space available and other desires of the the space available and other desires of the
commander. Commanders may alter the commander. Commanders may alter the
formation or prescribed distances to meet formation or prescribed distances to meet
local situations. Each unit should be sized local situations. Each unit should be sized
uniformly with the tallest men in front and on uniformly with the tallest men in front and on
the right. Commanders should not cause the the right. Commanders should not cause the
leaders to change positions because of their leaders to change positions because of their
size. Officers and other key non-size. Officers and other key non-
commissioned officers, including squad commissioned officers, including squad
leaders and other equivalent by virtue of leaders and other equivalent by virtue of
their rank and time in service, should their rank and time in service, should
participate in their deserved positions of participate in their deserved positions of
dignity.dignity.

128. 
If possible, the Distinguished If possible, the Distinguished
Guest/Reviewing Officer (DG/RO) should Guest/Reviewing Officer (DG/RO) should
arrive at his post (arrive at his post (Figure 4Figure 4) after the staff of ) after the staff of
the TCthe TC has reversed and the TC has faced the has reversed and the TC has faced the
reviewing stand. Upon arrival, the DG/RO reviewing stand. Upon arrival, the DG/RO
shall immediately take his post and refrain shall immediately take his post and refrain
from greeting distinguished spectators until from greeting distinguished spectators until
after the review has terminated.after the review has terminated.

The DG/RO, Military Host (MH), and The DG/RO, Military Host (MH), and
distinguished persons invited to attend the distinguished persons invited to attend the
review (but not themselves receiving the review (but not themselves receiving the
review), take position facing the troops review), take position facing the troops
((Figure 4Figure 4).).

129. Figure 4: Reviewing Officer Figure 4: Reviewing Officer
PartyParty

130. 
When a ceremony is conducted for an When a ceremony is conducted for an
individual junior in rank to the MH, the junior individual junior in rank to the MH, the junior
takes a position to the left of the MH unless takes a position to the left of the MH unless
the MH yields the post of honor to him. the MH yields the post of honor to him.
Normally, the honor position is the position Normally, the honor position is the position
on the right and is the DG/RO’s post, The MH on the right and is the DG/RO’s post, The MH
gives the appropriate directive to the TC: gives the appropriate directive to the TC:
IHANDOG ANG PAMUNUAN (PRESENT THE IHANDOG ANG PAMUNUAN (PRESENT THE
TROOPS) TROOPS) to start the conduct of the review. to start the conduct of the review.
(This arrangement will not hold true if the (This arrangement will not hold true if the
guests and host are seated at the guests and host are seated at the
grandstand. The protocol on seating grandstand. The protocol on seating
arrangement shall be followed).arrangement shall be followed).

131. 
When a civilian or foreign dignitary receives When a civilian or foreign dignitary receives
the review, he takes the honor position to the the review, he takes the honor position to the
right of the MH. The MH returns all salutes right of the MH. The MH returns all salutes
when, in his judgment, it would be more when, in his judgment, it would be more
appropriate. As a courtesy, the MH should cue appropriate. As a courtesy, the MH should cue
the dignitary and inconspicuously explain the the dignitary and inconspicuously explain the
procedures during the conduct of the procedures during the conduct of the
ceremony. The position in which the flags are ceremony. The position in which the flags are
displayed at the rear of the reviewing party displayed at the rear of the reviewing party
corresponds to the position taken by the corresponds to the position taken by the
individual in the front rank of the reviewing individual in the front rank of the reviewing
party.party.

When a ceremony is conducted honoring a When a ceremony is conducted honoring a
foreign official or dignitary entitled to honors, foreign official or dignitary entitled to honors,
equivalent honors (salutes) are rendered.equivalent honors (salutes) are rendered.

132. 
NOTE: If the honors of the dignitary include his NOTE: If the honors of the dignitary include his
or her nation’s anthem, the honors are played or her nation’s anthem, the honors are played
in the following order: four ruffles and in the following order: four ruffles and
flourishes, the foreign anthem, an approximate flourishes, the foreign anthem, an approximate
three-second drum rolls, and the Philippine three-second drum rolls, and the Philippine
National Anthem.National Anthem.

When the ceremony includes decorations, When the ceremony includes decorations,
awards, or retirements, the MH should be awards, or retirements, the MH should be
senior in rank or position to the highest-senior in rank or position to the highest-
ranking individual being honored.ranking individual being honored.
 An officer from local staff (usually SGS or An officer from local staff (usually SGS or
OG3) is designated to escort and brief the OG3) is designated to escort and brief the
members of the reviewing party and to show members of the reviewing party and to show
them their positions.them their positions.

133. 
Since all situations or eventualities Since all situations or eventualities
relative to various services or units (military relative to various services or units (military
academies, special honor guards, regular academies, special honor guards, regular
AFP units, reserve components, Reserve AFP units, reserve components, Reserve
Officer Training Corps, and training Officer Training Corps, and training
commands/ centers cannot be foreseen) commands/ centers cannot be foreseen)
commanders can make minor changes to commanders can make minor changes to
stated procedures. However, with a view stated procedures. However, with a view
towards preserving the AFP tradition and towards preserving the AFP tradition and
maintaining consistency, “maintaining consistency, “THEY SHOULD NOT THEY SHOULD NOT
ALTER NOR MODIFY THE SEQUENCE OF ALTER NOR MODIFY THE SEQUENCE OF
EVENTS OTHER THAN STATED”.EVENTS OTHER THAN STATED”.

134. 1.51.5SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND
INDIVIDUAL ACTIONSINDIVIDUAL ACTIONS
a.a.REVIEW (STANDARD)REVIEW (STANDARD)
1)1)FORMATION OF TROOPS.FORMATION OF TROOPS.
a)a)As soon as the troops are ready, the Troop As soon as the troops are ready, the Troop
Adjutant (TA)Adjutant (TA) (from his position near the band) (from his position near the band)
directs directs IHUDYAT ANG PAGHANDAIHUDYAT ANG PAGHANDA . The band . The band
immediately sounds ATTENTION CALLimmediately sounds ATTENTION CALL to signal to signal
the start of the ceremony.the start of the ceremony.
b)b)Upon hearing the ATTENTION CALL, all Battalion Upon hearing the ATTENTION CALL, all Battalion
Commanders (BCs) face about, bring their units to Commanders (BCs) face about, bring their units to
attention and right shoulder arms, then face front.attention and right shoulder arms, then face front.
c)c)The TA again directs The TA again directs IHUDYAT ANG TAWAG IHUDYAT ANG TAWAG
ADYUTANTEADYUTANTE.. The band sounds the ADJUTANT’S The band sounds the ADJUTANT’S
CALL, immediately followed by March music.CALL, immediately followed by March music.
d)d)The BCs give The BCs give PASULONG, KADPASULONG, KAD,, the troops follow the troops follow
the route in the route in Figure 5Figure 5..

135. SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND
INDIVIDUAL ACTIONS Cont.INDIVIDUAL ACTIONS Cont.

136. SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND
INDIVIDUAL ACTIONS Cont.INDIVIDUAL ACTIONS Cont.
e)e)When the Companies are already When the Companies are already
perpendicular with their markers, the BCs perpendicular with their markers, the BCs
command command KALIWANG PANIG, KADKALIWANG PANIG, KAD.. Platoon Platoon
guides go to Port Arms then move in front guides go to Port Arms then move in front
of their respective markers in double time of their respective markers in double time
facing the Adjutant. Upon reaching their facing the Adjutant. Upon reaching their
position, they halt at predetermined position, they halt at predetermined
number of steps then execute Order Arms. number of steps then execute Order Arms.
When the platoons are already at their When the platoons are already at their
markers, BCsmarkers, BCs command command TALUPAD, TOTALUPAD, TO..

137. Figure 5: Preparation for ReviewFigure 5: Preparation for Review

138. SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND
INDIVIDUAL ACTIONS Cont.INDIVIDUAL ACTIONS Cont.
(Note: Entrance of troops is optional. The review may start with (Note: Entrance of troops is optional. The review may start with
the troops already in position in front of the Reviewing Officer. the troops already in position in front of the Reviewing Officer.
In which case, Attention Call shall be sounded to signal the In which case, Attention Call shall be sounded to signal the
start of the ceremony. The Troop Adjutant commands start of the ceremony. The Troop Adjutant commands MGA MGA
GABAY SUMAHANAY NA,GABAY SUMAHANAY NA, then follow the sequence starting then follow the sequence starting
from f).from f).
f)f)The TA designates the Alpha Company as the base The TA designates the Alpha Company as the base
company company “A” BALANGAY “A” BALANGAY then positions himself midway then positions himself midway
between the line of troops and the TC.between the line of troops and the TC.
g)g)At the last note of “A” Balangay, the BCsAt the last note of “A” Balangay, the BCs simultaneously simultaneously
order: order: TUNTON SA KANANTUNTON SA KANAN. This means that all Companies . This means that all Companies
will align with the base company.will align with the base company.
h)h)The Company Commanders (CC) simultaneously face about The Company Commanders (CC) simultaneously face about
then order: then order: TUNTON SA KANANTUNTON SA KANAN..

139. SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND INDIVIDUAL SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND INDIVIDUAL
ACTIONS Cont.ACTIONS Cont.
i)i)The Platoon Leaders (PL) simultaneously face about and The Platoon Leaders (PL) simultaneously face about and
command: command: TUNTON SA KANAN, NA. TUNTON SA KANAN, NA. AAfter which, they face fter which, they face
to the half left (except the last PL who faces to the half to the half left (except the last PL who faces to the half
right) and march directly and align at the right of the first right) and march directly and align at the right of the first
Squad Leader (last element of the first squad, for the last Squad Leader (last element of the first squad, for the last
PL) counting thirteen (13) steps (close with the 14th step).PL) counting thirteen (13) steps (close with the 14th step).
j)j)The PLs align facing the TA former position then face The PLs align facing the TA former position then face
about immediately after closing on the 14th step, except about immediately after closing on the 14th step, except
the last PL who remains facing the TA’s former position.the last PL who remains facing the TA’s former position.
k)k)Immediately, the first PL orders: Immediately, the first PL orders: TATAGTATAG, followed by the , followed by the
second PL up to the last PL who prolongs the word. The second PL up to the last PL who prolongs the word. The
PL aligns the platoon by taking short steps to the right or PL aligns the platoon by taking short steps to the right or
left as necessary to see down the squad.left as necessary to see down the squad.
l)l)After giving the prolonged order After giving the prolonged order TATAGTATAG, the last PL , the last PL
executes two (2) left steps as visual reference for the executes two (2) left steps as visual reference for the
other PLs. Continuously, he will return to his former other PLs. Continuously, he will return to his former
position by executing two (2) right steps.position by executing two (2) right steps.

140. SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND INDIVIDUAL SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND INDIVIDUAL
ACTIONS Cont.ACTIONS Cont.
m)m)After the last PL has executed the two (2) right steps, the After the last PL has executed the two (2) right steps, the
other PLs simultaneously execute left face (right face for other PLs simultaneously execute left face (right face for
the last PL) and march five (5) half steps (closes on the the last PL) and march five (5) half steps (closes on the
sixth half step) then face the second squad.sixth half step) then face the second squad.
n)n)Immediately, the first PL orders: Immediately, the first PL orders: TATAGTATAG, followed by the , followed by the
second PL up to the last PL who prolongs the word.second PL up to the last PL who prolongs the word.
o)o)After the prolonged order After the prolonged order TATAGTATAG, all PLs simultaneously , all PLs simultaneously
execute left face (right face for the last PL) and march five execute left face (right face for the last PL) and march five
(5) half steps (closes on the sixth half step) then face the (5) half steps (closes on the sixth half step) then face the
last squad.last squad.
p)p)Immediately, the first PL orders: Immediately, the first PL orders: TATAGTATAG, followed by the , followed by the
second PL up to the last PL who prolongs the word.second PL up to the last PL who prolongs the word.
q)q)After giving the prolonged order After giving the prolonged order TATAGTATAG, the last PL , the last PL
executes two (2) right steps as visual reference for the executes two (2) right steps as visual reference for the
other PLs. Continuously, he will return to his former other PLs. Continuously, he will return to his former
position by executing two (2) left stepsposition by executing two (2) left steps

141. SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND INDIVIDUAL SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND INDIVIDUAL
ACTIONS Cont.ACTIONS Cont.
r)r)After the last PL has executed the two (2) left steps, the After the last PL has executed the two (2) left steps, the
other PLs simultaneously execute right face (left face for other PLs simultaneously execute right face (left face for
the last PL) and march five (5) steps (close on the sixth step) the last PL) and march five (5) steps (close on the sixth step)
toward the front edge of the platoon, approximately two toward the front edge of the platoon, approximately two
(2) steps forward of the platoon, then face down the line(2) steps forward of the platoon, then face down the line
s)s)Simultaneously, all PLs command: Simultaneously, all PLs command: HANDA, RAPHANDA, RAP, , then march then march
forward toward the center of the platoon counting five (5) forward toward the center of the platoon counting five (5)
stepssteps and execute right turn towards his position closing and execute right turn towards his position closing
on the fourteenth step (approximately six steps from the on the fourteenth step (approximately six steps from the
elements).elements).
t)t)The CC followed by the BC then faces front.The CC followed by the BC then faces front.
u)u)The TA now directs: The TA now directs: MGA GABAY SUMALUNANMGA GABAY SUMALUNAN ..
v)v)The BC commands: The BC commands: MGA GABAY SUMALUNAN, KADMGA GABAY SUMALUNAN, KAD ,, then then
faces front.faces front.
w)w)TA reports to TC: TA reports to TC: Ginoo, handa na po ang talupadGinoo, handa na po ang talupad..
x)x)TC acknowledges the salute and says: TC acknowledges the salute and says: “SUMALUNAN KA”“SUMALUNAN KA”..
y)y)As soon as the As soon as the TATA is posted, the TC commands: is posted, the TC commands:
“ “KALUPUNAN SUMALIKOD KO, KAD”KALUPUNAN SUMALIKOD KO, KAD” ..

142. 2)2)PRESENTATION OF COMMAND AND HONORS.PRESENTATION OF COMMAND AND HONORS.
a)a)When the DG/RO has halted at his post, the TC faces When the DG/RO has halted at his post, the TC faces
about and directs about and directs TANGHAL SANDATATANGHAL SANDATA..
b)b)The BCs face about and command: The BCs face about and command: TANGHAL, TATANGHAL, TA, face the , face the
front and salute together with their respective staff.front and salute together with their respective staff.
c)c)When the units have completed this movement, the When the units have completed this movement, the TC TC
faces about and executes with his staff: faces about and executes with his staff: PUGAY KAMAY, PUGAY KAMAY,
NANA..
d)d)Upon completion of the presentation and/or honors, the Upon completion of the presentation and/or honors, the
TC commands his staff: TC commands his staff: BABA KAMAY, NABABA KAMAY, NA, , faces about and faces about and
directs: directs: BABA SANDATABABA SANDATA..
e)e)The BCsThe BCs and staff terminate their salutes, the BCs face and staff terminate their salutes, the BCs face
about and command: about and command: BABA, TABABA, TA.. They then face the front.They then face the front.
f)f)The TC faces to the front.The TC faces to the front.

143. 3)3)INSPECTIONINSPECTION
a)a)When the TC has faced the reviewing stand, the When the TC has faced the reviewing stand, the
DG/RO and MH move forward and halt three steps DG/RO and MH move forward and halt three steps
in front of the TC. Staffs, aides-de-camp, and in front of the TC. Staffs, aides-de-camp, and
orderlies do not normally accompany the orderlies do not normally accompany the
inspecting party. However, if the inspecting party. However, if the DG/RODG/RO is is
mounted during the inspection, his personal Color mounted during the inspection, his personal Color
and aide-de-camp should be on another vehicle.and aide-de-camp should be on another vehicle.
b)b)The The TCTC salutes and reports: salutes and reports: Ginoo, handa na po Ginoo, handa na po
ang mga talupad upang siyasatin (Sir, the troops ang mga talupad upang siyasatin (Sir, the troops
are ready for inspection)are ready for inspection). . The band begins to play The band begins to play
march music on the first left step of the DG/RO and march music on the first left step of the DG/RO and
continues to play until the DG/RO has returned to continues to play until the DG/RO has returned to
his post.his post.

144. INSPECTION Cont.INSPECTION Cont.
c)c)The DG/RO acknowledges the salute and the TC escorts the The DG/RO acknowledges the salute and the TC escorts the
DG/RO (to be at the center), the MH (to be at the left of the DG/RO (to be at the center), the MH (to be at the left of the
DG/RO) for the inspection of troops. As they approach the DG/RO) for the inspection of troops. As they approach the
first element of the band, the MH will position at the right of first element of the band, the MH will position at the right of
the TC so that the DG/RO will be nearest the troops. After the TC so that the DG/RO will be nearest the troops. After
the last element of the troops, the MH will position at the the last element of the troops, the MH will position at the
left of the DG/RO. When riding a vehicle, the reviewing party left of the DG/RO. When riding a vehicle, the reviewing party
passes between the line of Battalion Commanders and passes between the line of Battalion Commanders and
Company Commanders. When marching, the reviewing Company Commanders. When marching, the reviewing
party passes between the front rank of the troops and the party passes between the front rank of the troops and the
Platoon Leaders when companies are in line formation.Platoon Leaders when companies are in line formation.
d)d)When the inspection is made by motor vehicle, the When the inspection is made by motor vehicle, the
inspecting party enters the vehicle in front of the reviewing inspecting party enters the vehicle in front of the reviewing
stand. The DG/RO enters first and occupies the left rear stand. The DG/RO enters first and occupies the left rear
position. The vehicle approaching from the left of the TC, position. The vehicle approaching from the left of the TC,
proceeds to the post of the TC and stops. The TC salutes and proceeds to the post of the TC and stops. The TC salutes and
enters the vehicle, occupying the right front position.enters the vehicle, occupying the right front position.

145. INSPECTION Cont.INSPECTION Cont.
e)e)Upon the departure of the inspecting party, the senior Upon the departure of the inspecting party, the senior
staff officer commands the staff to staff officer commands the staff to PAHINGAPAHINGA. After the . After the
inspection has been completed, the senior staff officer inspection has been completed, the senior staff officer
commands commands HUMANDAHUMANDA before the return of the TC.before the return of the TC.
f)f)When the reviewing party marches while trooping the line When the reviewing party marches while trooping the line
and is about to pass, the Platoon Leader faces about and and is about to pass, the Platoon Leader faces about and
commands: commands: HANDA TINGIN SA KANAN, NAHANDA TINGIN SA KANAN, NA. The elements . The elements
turn their heads to the right and see the honoree as they turn their heads to the right and see the honoree as they
pass by. The Platoon Leader executes eyes left then faces pass by. The Platoon Leader executes eyes left then faces
front after the inspecting party has passed the platoon.front after the inspecting party has passed the platoon.
Simultaneously, the Battalion and Company Commander Simultaneously, the Battalion and Company Commander
faces front and commands: faces front and commands: KALUPUNAN, SUMALIKOD KO, KALUPUNAN, SUMALIKOD KO,
KADKAD; ; and and MGA GABAY SUMALIKOD KO, KADMGA GABAY SUMALIKOD KO, KAD respectively, respectively,
to witness the inspecting party. However, if the to witness the inspecting party. However, if the
inspecting party are riding for the trooping the line, the inspecting party are riding for the trooping the line, the
Company Commander and staff stay put and just execute Company Commander and staff stay put and just execute
eyes right. More so, the Platoon Leader faces front after eyes right. More so, the Platoon Leader faces front after
giving the command giving the command HANDA TINGIN SA KANAN, NAHANDA TINGIN SA KANAN, NA..

146. INSPECTION Cont.INSPECTION Cont.
g)g)As the inspecting party approaches the As the inspecting party approaches the
Colors, the TC inconspicuously commands Colors, the TC inconspicuously commands
GINOO, ANG MGA WATAWAT, PUGAY GINOO, ANG MGA WATAWAT, PUGAY
KAMAY, NAKAMAY, NA (Sir, the Colors, Present Arms)(Sir, the Colors, Present Arms)
six steps to the Colors and six steps to the Colors and BABA KAMAY, BABA KAMAY,
NANA (Ready Front)(Ready Front) immediately after the immediately after the
Colors.Colors.
h)h)Upon reaching the last element of the Upon reaching the last element of the
troops, the inspecting party return to their troops, the inspecting party return to their
respective positions using the most direct respective positions using the most direct
route.route.

147. 4)4)HONORSHONORS TO THE NATIONTO THE NATION
a)a)When the inspecting party has returned to its post, the TC When the inspecting party has returned to its post, the TC
faces about and directs faces about and directs TANGHAL SANDATATANGHAL SANDATA. The BCs face . The BCs face
about and command:about and command: TANGHAL, TATANGHAL, TA. Each commander . Each commander
then faces front and salutes. When all units have then faces front and salutes. When all units have
completed these movements, the TC faces front and completed these movements, the TC faces front and
commands: commands: PUGAY KAMAY, NA PUGAY KAMAY, NA for himself and his staff. for himself and his staff.
On the execution of the Hand Salute by the TC, the band On the execution of the Hand Salute by the TC, the band
begins to play the National Anthem.begins to play the National Anthem.
b)b)The inspecting party and all military spectators salute The inspecting party and all military spectators salute
while the National Anthem is being played.while the National Anthem is being played.
c)c)Upon completion of the National Anthem, the TC and staff Upon completion of the National Anthem, the TC and staff
terminate their salutes on his command: terminate their salutes on his command: BABA KAMAY, BABA KAMAY,
NANA. He then faces about and directs . He then faces about and directs BABA SANDATA.BABA SANDATA.
d)d)The BCs terminate their salutes, face about, and The BCs terminate their salutes, face about, and
command: command: BABA, TABABA, TA then face front.then face front.
a)a)PASS-IN-REVIEWPASS-IN-REVIEW

148. 5)5)PASS-IN-REVIEWPASS-IN-REVIEW
a)a)The TC brings his staff behind him, The TC brings his staff behind him, KALUPUNAN, KALUPUNAN,
SUMALIKOD KO, KADSUMALIKOD KO, KAD. When the staff has reversed . When the staff has reversed
its position, the TC directs its position, the TC directs PASA MASIDPASA MASID.. The band The band
moves to march position.moves to march position.
b)b)The DG/RO moves forward to acknowledge the The DG/RO moves forward to acknowledge the
salute of the troops passing before the salute of the troops passing before the
grandstand.grandstand.
c)c)When the Colors pass before the reviewing stand, When the Colors pass before the reviewing stand,
the band interrupts the music and plays four the band interrupts the music and plays four
ruffles and flourishes. The spectators execute ruffles and flourishes. The spectators execute
Hand Salute or the equivalent salute for the Hand Salute or the equivalent salute for the
civilians.civilians.

149. PASS-IN-REVIEW cont.PASS-IN-REVIEW cont.

150. PASS-IN-REVIEW cont.PASS-IN-REVIEW cont.
d)d)The band continuously plays until the last The band continuously plays until the last
parade elements leave the parade ground.parade elements leave the parade ground.
e)e)When all the troops and floats have cleared When all the troops and floats have cleared
the parade ground, the TC and staff move the parade ground, the TC and staff move
forward facing the grandstand and halt ten forward facing the grandstand and halt ten
steps in front of the honoree. The TC steps in front of the honoree. The TC
salutes and the honoree acknowledges the salutes and the honoree acknowledges the
salute. He may or may not thank or salute. He may or may not thank or
congratulate the TC and staff.congratulate the TC and staff.

151. SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND
INDIVIDUAL ACTIONS Cont.INDIVIDUAL ACTIONS Cont.
b.b.OTHER TYPES OF REVIEWOTHER TYPES OF REVIEW
1) 1) REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS,
AWARDS, AND INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT.AWARDS, AND INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT.
a) If the inspection is omitted, the TC a) If the inspection is omitted, the TC
(following order arms after the (following order arms after the
presentation and/or honor) shall presentation and/or honor) shall
command: command: ANG MGA TAONG ANG MGA TAONG
PARARANGALAN AT MGA WATAWAT, PARARANGALAN AT MGA WATAWAT,
PUMAGITNA, KADPUMAGITNA, KAD. The ceremony then . The ceremony then
continues.continues.

152. REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS, REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS,
AND INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.AND INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.
b) The procedures mentioned below provide b) The procedures mentioned below provide
latitude for recognition of one or a group of latitude for recognition of one or a group of
retirees of various ranks. However, the local retirees of various ranks. However, the local
commanders should consider it appropriate to commanders should consider it appropriate to
cause the review to be conducted in the retiree’s cause the review to be conducted in the retiree’s
honor when only one distinguished individual is honor when only one distinguished individual is
retiring and allow that individual to participate as retiring and allow that individual to participate as
the reviewing officer. When the Colors are the reviewing officer. When the Colors are
marched forward the reviewing officer (retiree) marched forward the reviewing officer (retiree)
would position himself in front and center of the would position himself in front and center of the
Colors. After remarks by the host, the retiree Colors. After remarks by the host, the retiree
returns to the reviewing officer’s post. returns to the reviewing officer’s post.
(1) The procedures for the formation of (1) The procedures for the formation of
troops, presentation and honors, and inspection troops, presentation and honors, and inspection
remain the same as previously mentioned.remain the same as previously mentioned.

153. REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS, REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS,
AND INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.AND INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.
(2) When the reviewing officer has completed the inspection (2) When the reviewing officer has completed the inspection
and has returned to his post, the TC faces about and directs, and has returned to his post, the TC faces about and directs,
ANG MGA TAONG PARARANGALAN AT MGA WATAWAT ANG MGA TAONG PARARANGALAN AT MGA WATAWAT
PUMAGITNA, KADPUMAGITNA, KAD..
(3) The persons to be decorated and retirees are formed (3) The persons to be decorated and retirees are formed
initially at the ready line at normal distance behind the last initially at the ready line at normal distance behind the last
rank of the Color unit. (An alternate position for these rank of the Color unit. (An alternate position for these
personnel may be six steps to the left and in line with the personnel may be six steps to the left and in line with the
reviewing officer. They then join the detachment after the reviewing officer. They then join the detachment after the
Colors are brought forward.) They line up from left to right Colors are brought forward.) They line up from left to right
according to the rank of the decoration to be received. according to the rank of the decoration to be received.
Those persons receiving decorations of the same rank will Those persons receiving decorations of the same rank will
take positions according to their military rank. On the take positions according to their military rank. On the
command command PUMAGITNA,PUMAGITNA, the persons to be decorated shall the persons to be decorated shall
execute a Left Face. On the command execute a Left Face. On the command KADKAD,, they march they march
forward to clear the left rear of the unit they have joined. forward to clear the left rear of the unit they have joined.
They then execute a Column Right, march six steps and They then execute a Column Right, march six steps and
execute a Column Left, halt in a position centered on the execute a Column Left, halt in a position centered on the
Colors, and execute a Right Face. The last man in the file Colors, and execute a Right Face. The last man in the file
gives the commands Halt and Right Face.gives the commands Halt and Right Face.

154. REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS, AND REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS, AND
INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.
(4) (When unit Colors or Guidons are to be (4) (When unit Colors or Guidons are to be
decorated, they are accompanied by their decorated, they are accompanied by their
commanders and shall be positioned in a single commanders and shall be positioned in a single
rank five steps in front of the persons to be rank five steps in front of the persons to be
decorated according to the rank of the decorated according to the rank of the
decorations to be bestowed, the highest ranking decorations to be bestowed, the highest ranking
decoration on the right. The senior staff officer decoration on the right. The senior staff officer
(for the battalion) or platoon leader (for the (for the battalion) or platoon leader (for the
company) assumes command in the absence of company) assumes command in the absence of
the commander.the commander.
(5) The staff of the TC on the command (5) The staff of the TC on the command PUMAGITNA PUMAGITNA
executes a Right Face. On the command executes a Right Face. On the command KADKAD, the , the
staff marches forward far enough to provide staff marches forward far enough to provide
clearance for the Colors and persons to be clearance for the Colors and persons to be
honored. The staff then halts and executes Left honored. The staff then halts and executes Left
Face on command of the rear staff officer.Face on command of the rear staff officer.

155. REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS, AND REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS, AND
INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.
(6) The TC marches forward and takes his post five (6) The TC marches forward and takes his post five
steps in front of, and centered on, the leading steps in front of, and centered on, the leading
element. He faces front and commands:element. He faces front and commands:
DESTAKAMENTODESTAKAMENTO PASULONG, KADPASULONG, KAD. On the . On the
command command KADKAD,, the band begins to play march the band begins to play march
music and continuous playing until the music and continuous playing until the
detachment is halted in front of the reviewing detachment is halted in front of the reviewing
officer. The TC, persons to be honored, and officer. The TC, persons to be honored, and
Colors march forward. The Colors march forward. The TCTC commands: commands:
DESTAKAMENTO, TODESTAKAMENTO, TO, when he is approximately six , when he is approximately six
steps from the reviewing officer. He then salutes steps from the reviewing officer. He then salutes
and reports: and reports: Ginoo, narito na po ang mga taong Ginoo, narito na po ang mga taong
pararangalan at mga watawatpararangalan at mga watawat.. The reviewing The reviewing
officer returns the salute. The host (local officer returns the salute. The host (local
commander) directs: commander) directs: IHANDOG AND PAMUNUANIHANDOG AND PAMUNUAN ..

156. REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS, AND REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS, AND
INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.
(7) The TC faces to the right while marching, passes around (7) The TC faces to the right while marching, passes around
the right flank of the persons being honored, and the right flank of the persons being honored, and
proceeds directly to his post, two steps in front of and proceeds directly to his post, two steps in front of and
centered on his staff. He then directs: centered on his staff. He then directs: TANGHAL SANDATATANGHAL SANDATA. .
Unit commanders face about and command: Unit commanders face about and command: TANGHAL, TANGHAL,
TATA. They then face about and execute the Hand Salute. . They then face about and execute the Hand Salute.
The TC then faces front and commands: The TC then faces front and commands: PUGAY KAMAY, PUGAY KAMAY,
NANA. The TC. The TC and his staff come to present arms with the and his staff come to present arms with the
detachment.detachment.
(8) Honors to the Nation(8) Honors to the Nation shall be rendered at this time. At shall be rendered at this time. At
the last note of the the last note of the National AnthemNational Anthem, the TC commands , the TC commands
(for himself, his staff and detachment), (for himself, his staff and detachment), BABA KAMAY, NABABA KAMAY, NA. .
He then faces about and directs: He then faces about and directs: BABA SANDATABABA SANDATA.. Unit Unit
commanders terminate their salutes, face about, and commanders terminate their salutes, face about, and
command: command: BABA, TABABA, TA. . The TC again directs The TC again directs TIKAS TIKAS
PAHINGAPAHINGA. In turn, unit commanders command: . In turn, unit commanders command: TIKAS, TIKAS,
NGANGA ..

157. REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS, REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS,
AND INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.AND INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.

158. REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS, AND REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS, AND
INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.
(9) The reviewing officer accompanied by the MH, advances by the (9) The reviewing officer accompanied by the MH, advances by the
most direct route to the right front of the line of persons to be most direct route to the right front of the line of persons to be
honored. The (command) sergeant major (carrying the awards or honored. The (command) sergeant major (carrying the awards or
certificates) positions himself one step to the rear and one 15-certificates) positions himself one step to the rear and one 15-
inch step to the left of the MH. After the citation is read, the inch step to the left of the MH. After the citation is read, the
sergeant major immediately steps forward and gives the award sergeant major immediately steps forward and gives the award
to the MH who in turn gives it to the reviewing officer. After the to the MH who in turn gives it to the reviewing officer. After the
award has been secured, the sergeant major returns to his award has been secured, the sergeant major returns to his
original position to the rear of the MH. The sergeant major original position to the rear of the MH. The sergeant major
moves with the reviewing officer down the line of the awardees. moves with the reviewing officer down the line of the awardees.
As soon as the reviewing party has halted in front of the first As soon as the reviewing party has halted in front of the first
awardee, a narrator reads the citation. The narrator pauses awardee, a narrator reads the citation. The narrator pauses
between citations to permit the reviewing officer time to pin the between citations to permit the reviewing officer time to pin the
medal on the person being decorated and move to the next man, medal on the person being decorated and move to the next man,
or to fasten the streamer on the staff of the guidon or Colors. As or to fasten the streamer on the staff of the guidon or Colors. As
the reviewing officer approaches the Guidon to be decorated, the the reviewing officer approaches the Guidon to be decorated, the
bearer executes Present Guidon so the reviewing officer may bearer executes Present Guidon so the reviewing officer may
fasten the streamer. Color bearer lowers the Color to be fasten the streamer. Color bearer lowers the Color to be
decorated far enough for the reviewing officer to fasten the decorated far enough for the reviewing officer to fasten the
streamer. The color bearer gathers the Color around the staff so streamer. The color bearer gathers the Color around the staff so
it won’t touch the ground. He resumes the Carry position after it won’t touch the ground. He resumes the Carry position after
the streamer has been attached.the streamer has been attached.

159. REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS, AND REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS, AND
INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.
(10) When the last award has been presented, the reviewing (10) When the last award has been presented, the reviewing
officer and his party return to their post. The TC officer and his party return to their post. The TC
commands his staff to attention, faces about and directs: commands his staff to attention, faces about and directs:
TALUPAD HUMANDATALUPAD HUMANDA . Unit commanders face about and . Unit commanders face about and
command: command: BALANGAY, DABALANGAY, DA and then face front. The TC and then face front. The TC
faces front and commands: (loud enough for the band to faces front and commands: (loud enough for the band to
hear) hear) MGA WATAWAT SUMALUNAN, KADMGA WATAWAT SUMALUNAN, KAD . On the . On the
command command SUMALUNANSUMALUNAN,, the persons being honored the persons being honored
execute Right Face. On the command execute Right Face. On the command KADKAD,, they march they march
forward executing two Column Lefts, halt on line six steps forward executing two Column Lefts, halt on line six steps
to the left of the reviewing officer, and execute a Left to the left of the reviewing officer, and execute a Left
Face. The last man in file gives the commands Halt and Face. The last man in file gives the commands Halt and
Left Face. In some cases, the awardees may be given Left Face. In some cases, the awardees may be given
seats at the grandstand. Also on the command seats at the grandstand. Also on the command
SUMALUNANSUMALUNAN, the Colors execute reverse march. On the , the Colors execute reverse march. On the
command command KADKAD, they return to their original post., they return to their original post.

160. REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS, AND REVIEW WITH DECORATIONS, AWARDS, AND
INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT. Cont.
(11) On the command (11) On the command KADKAD, the band plays marching drum , the band plays marching drum
beats until the Colors are back to their initial position.beats until the Colors are back to their initial position.
c) Retirement Program c) Retirement Program
(1) Invocation(1) Invocation
(2) Reading of Retirement Orders by the Unit (2) Reading of Retirement Orders by the Unit
AdjutantAdjutant
(3) Remarks are made at this time. If the honoree (3) Remarks are made at this time. If the honoree
(retiree) is senior, the host (local commander) gives the (retiree) is senior, the host (local commander) gives the
remarks first then introduces the honoree (retiree). The remarks first then introduces the honoree (retiree). The
TC may be requested to give TC may be requested to give TIKAS PAHINGATIKAS PAHINGA..
(4) After the remarks, the host (local commander) (4) After the remarks, the host (local commander)
directs, directs, PASA MASIDPASA MASID..
(5) The procedures from this point on are the same (5) The procedures from this point on are the same
as previously described.as previously described.

161. SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND SEQUENCE OF EVENTS AND
INDIVIDUAL ACTIONS Cont.INDIVIDUAL ACTIONS Cont.
2) REVIEW WITH CHANGE OF COMMAND2) REVIEW WITH CHANGE OF COMMAND

(See Section VI: Change of Command)(See Section VI: Change of Command)
3) REVIEW WITH RETREAT3) REVIEW WITH RETREAT
a) The Formation of Troops, Presentation a) The Formation of Troops, Presentation
of Command and Honors, Inspection, and of Command and Honors, Inspection, and
Honors To The Nation are the same as Honors To The Nation are the same as
previously described.previously described.

162. REVIEW WITH RETREAT Cont.REVIEW WITH RETREAT Cont.
b) At the completion of the Honors To The Nation, the b) At the completion of the Honors To The Nation, the
TC commands his staff to Order Arms, faces about, and TC commands his staff to Order Arms, faces about, and
directs: directs: BABA SANDATABABA SANDATA. Unit commanders face about and . Unit commanders face about and
command: command: BABA, TABABA, TA. After its execution, TC directs: . After its execution, TC directs: TIKAS TIKAS
PAHINGAPAHINGA. Unit commanders face about and command: . Unit commanders face about and command:
TIKAS, NGATIKAS, NGA. Unit commanders then face front and . Unit commanders then face front and
assume the Parade Rest position. The assume the Parade Rest position. The TCTC then directs: then directs:
IHUDYAT AND PAGSILONGIHUDYAT AND PAGSILONG, faces front, and commands his , faces front, and commands his
staff staff TIKAS PAHINGA.TIKAS PAHINGA. As soon as the As soon as the TCTC and his staff are and his staff are
at parade rest, the band sounds Retreat. At the conclusion at parade rest, the band sounds Retreat. At the conclusion
of Retreat, the TC commands his staff to attention, faces of Retreat, the TC commands his staff to attention, faces
the troops, and directs: the troops, and directs: MGA TALUPAD HUMANDAMGA TALUPAD HUMANDA . Unit . Unit
commanders face about and command: commanders face about and command: TALUPAD, DATALUPAD, DA. .
When the troops are at attention, the TC directs: When the troops are at attention, the TC directs: TANGHAL TANGHAL
SANDATASANDATA. Unit commanders face about and command: . Unit commanders face about and command:
TANGHAL, TATANGHAL, TA. When the units have completed these . When the units have completed these
movements, the TC then faces the reviewing officer and movements, the TC then faces the reviewing officer and
commands his staff:commands his staff: PUGAY KAMAY, NAPUGAY KAMAY, NA. This is the signal . This is the signal
for the band to play TO THE COLORS.for the band to play TO THE COLORS.

163. REVIEW WITH RETREAT Cont.REVIEW WITH RETREAT Cont.
c) When the ceremony is held on a military post, the cannon c) When the ceremony is held on a military post, the cannon
is fired once (when applicable and/ or appropriate) after is fired once (when applicable and/ or appropriate) after
the retreat, and immediately after the command the retreat, and immediately after the command
TANGHAL, TA.TANGHAL, TA. While the TO THE COLORS is being played, While the TO THE COLORS is being played,
the flag is lowered.the flag is lowered.
d) The reviewing officer, his staff and military spectators d) The reviewing officer, his staff and military spectators
stand at the position of Attention during the sounding of stand at the position of Attention during the sounding of
retreat. On the first note of TO THE COLORS, they salute retreat. On the first note of TO THE COLORS, they salute
and hold their salute until the last note is played.and hold their salute until the last note is played.
e) On the last note of music, the TC commands: e) On the last note of music, the TC commands: BABA, BABA,
KAMAY, NAKAMAY, NA for himself and his staff, faces about, and for himself and his staff, faces about, and
directsdirects: : BABA SANDATABABA SANDATA. As soon as the troops have . As soon as the troops have
executed order arms, the TC directs: executed order arms, the TC directs: PASA MASIDPASA MASID..
f) The procedures from this point on are the same as f) The procedures from this point on are the same as
previously described.previously described.

165. 2.12.1DEFINITIONDEFINITION

A parade is a military ceremony wherein a A parade is a military ceremony wherein a
body of troops is formed before its body of troops is formed before its
Commanding Officer or other high-ranking Commanding Officer or other high-ranking
officer for the display of its condition, officer for the display of its condition,
members, equipment and proficiency. It members, equipment and proficiency. It
includes exercise in the manual of arms, the includes exercise in the manual of arms, the
report on the members of the various units report on the members of the various units
present or accounted for, the publication of present or accounted for, the publication of
orders, etc. and ends with a pass in review.orders, etc. and ends with a pass in review.

166. 2.22.2DISTINCTIVE FEATURESDISTINCTIVE FEATURES
The preparation and organization of troops for a The preparation and organization of troops for a
parade are similar to those for a review. However, in parade are similar to those for a review. However, in
a parade, since the commander is also the reviewing a parade, since the commander is also the reviewing
officer, the distance between the troops and the officer, the distance between the troops and the
commander is greater than that for a review. Other commander is greater than that for a review. Other
features are: the band conducts sound off; the features are: the band conducts sound off; the
inspection is omitted; reports are rendered; orders inspection is omitted; reports are rendered; orders
are published; and the officers and guidons are are published; and the officers and guidons are
marched forward and centered on the commander. If marched forward and centered on the commander. If
retreat is scheduled, it is conducted in lieu of Honors retreat is scheduled, it is conducted in lieu of Honors
To The Nation. This means that the Retreat is already To The Nation. This means that the Retreat is already
the the HONORS TO THE NATIONHONORS TO THE NATION ..

167. 2.32.3TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCESEQUENCE
a.a. CEREMONIAL BATTALION PARADECEREMONIAL BATTALION PARADE
1) Formation of Troops1) Formation of Troops
a) Units are moved to their position on a) Units are moved to their position on
the ready line in the most convenient the ready line in the most convenient
manner. The commander prescribes the manner. The commander prescribes the
assembly area, the routes, sequence, and assembly area, the routes, sequence, and
time of arrival on the line. He and his staff time of arrival on the line. He and his staff
take their post prior to Adjutant’s call.take their post prior to Adjutant’s call.
b)b)The procedure for moving from the The procedure for moving from the
ready line to the final line is the same as that ready line to the final line is the same as that
for a review.for a review.

168. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
2)2) Sound OffSound Off
a)a) After the battalion has been formed, aligned, After the battalion has been formed, aligned,
and given parade rest on the final line, the Adjutant directs: and given parade rest on the final line, the Adjutant directs:
IHUDYATIHUDYAT and assumes the position of parade rest. He and assumes the position of parade rest. He
remains facing the formation.remains facing the formation.
b)b) At the directive At the directive IHUDYATIHUDYAT,, the band plays three the band plays three
sound off chords. At the conclusion of the third chord, the sound off chords. At the conclusion of the third chord, the
band moves forward playing a march in quick time. The band band moves forward playing a march in quick time. The band
executes a left turn to march across the front of the troops. executes a left turn to march across the front of the troops.
At the left of the line of the troops, the band countermarches At the left of the line of the troops, the band countermarches
and returns over the same ground to the right of the line. and returns over the same ground to the right of the line.
After passing beyond the right of the line of troops, the band After passing beyond the right of the line of troops, the band
executes a right turn, countermarches again, and halts in its executes a right turn, countermarches again, and halts in its
original position. When the band has halted, it ceases playing original position. When the band has halted, it ceases playing
at the next convenient place in the music and will again play at the next convenient place in the music and will again play
three sound-off chords. (Trooping the line by the band may three sound-off chords. (Trooping the line by the band may
be eliminated when ceremonies are conducted indoors be eliminated when ceremonies are conducted indoors
during inclement weather and when space is limited).during inclement weather and when space is limited).

169. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
Note: Retreat, when scheduled, is integrated at this point. Note: Retreat, when scheduled, is integrated at this point.
Upon completion of the IHUDYAT chords, the Adjutant directs: Upon completion of the IHUDYAT chords, the Adjutant directs:
IHUDYAT ANG PAGSILONG and goes back to parade rest. The IHUDYAT ANG PAGSILONG and goes back to parade rest. The
band plays Retreat (by the trumpet section). Upon completion band plays Retreat (by the trumpet section). Upon completion
of Retreat, the Adjutant comes to Attention and directs, MGA of Retreat, the Adjutant comes to Attention and directs, MGA
BALANGAY HUMANDA, then TANGHAL SANDATA. The Adjutant BALANGAY HUMANDA, then TANGHAL SANDATA. The Adjutant
faces about and salutes. The band plays faces about and salutes. The band plays TO THE COLOR or TO THE COLOR or
THE NATIONAL ANTHEM.THE NATIONAL ANTHEM. At the conclusion of At the conclusion of To the Color or To the Color or
the National Anthem, the National Anthem, the Adjutant comes to order and faces the Adjutant comes to order and faces
about and directs: BABA SANDATA. After the last unit comes to about and directs: BABA SANDATA. After the last unit comes to
order arms, the Adjutant faces front. The commander and his order arms, the Adjutant faces front. The commander and his
staff assume PARADE REST, ATTENTION, PRESENT ARMS, and staff assume PARADE REST, ATTENTION, PRESENT ARMS, and
ORDER ARMS with the Adjutant. The Adjutant’s salute is the ORDER ARMS with the Adjutant. The Adjutant’s salute is the
signal for the band to play signal for the band to play TO THE COLOR or THE NATIONAL TO THE COLOR or THE NATIONAL
ANTHEM.ANTHEM.

170. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
3)3)Honors to the NationHonors to the Nation
a)a) If Retreat is not conducted, the Adjutant (after If Retreat is not conducted, the Adjutant (after
the band has completed sound off) assumes the position of the band has completed sound off) assumes the position of
attention and directs: attention and directs: MGA BALANGAY HUMANDA at TANGHAL MGA BALANGAY HUMANDA at TANGHAL
SANDATA.SANDATA.
b)b) Unit commanders assume the position of Unit commanders assume the position of
attention, face about, and command in succession:attention, face about, and command in succession:
BALANGAY, DABALANGAY, DA then then TANGHAL, TATANGHAL, TA.. They face front and salute. They face front and salute.
c)c) When all units are in When all units are in TANGHAL TA,TANGHAL TA, the Adjutant the Adjutant
faces front and salutes. Band plays the faces front and salutes. Band plays the NATIONAL ANTHEM.NATIONAL ANTHEM.
d)d) The Battalion Commander and his staff execute The Battalion Commander and his staff execute
on his command: on his command: PUGAY KAMAY, NAPUGAY KAMAY, NA on the first note of the on the first note of the
music.music.
e)e) Military spectators rise and execute hand salute Military spectators rise and execute hand salute
and its equivalent for the civilians.and its equivalent for the civilians.

171. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
4)4)PresentationPresentation
a)a)Upon completion of the Upon completion of the National AnthemNational Anthem, the , the
Battalion Commander and his staff execute on his Battalion Commander and his staff execute on his
command: command: BABA KAMAY, NABABA KAMAY, NA. The Adjutant terminates his . The Adjutant terminates his
salute, faces about, and directs: salute, faces about, and directs: BABA SANDATABABA SANDATA..
b)b)Unit commanders terminate their salute, face about, Unit commanders terminate their salute, face about,
and command: and command: BABA, TABABA, TA, then face front., then face front.
c)c)When all units are at Order Arms, the Adjutant faces When all units are at Order Arms, the Adjutant faces
about, salutes and reports: about, salutes and reports: ”Ginoo, handa na po ang ”Ginoo, handa na po ang
patikas”patikas”..
d)d)The Battalion Commander returns the salute and The Battalion Commander returns the salute and
commands: commands: SUMALUNAN KASUMALUNAN KA. . The Adjutant trots forward, The Adjutant trots forward,
passes by the Battalion Commander’s right, and takes his passes by the Battalion Commander’s right, and takes his
post as the right flank member of the staff.post as the right flank member of the staff.

172. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
5)5)Manual of ArmsManual of Arms
a)a)After the Adjutant has joined the After the Adjutant has joined the
staff, the Battalion Commander commands staff, the Battalion Commander commands
such movements in the manual of arms as such movements in the manual of arms as
he may desire.he may desire.
b)b)The commander directs: The commander directs:
””HUMANDA SA PAGSASANAY SA PAGHAWAK HUMANDA SA PAGSASANAY SA PAGHAWAK
NG SANDATANG SANDATA”. He then in sequence, ”. He then in sequence,
commands: commands: SA KANANG BALIKAT, TA; SA KANANG BALIKAT, TA;
KALIWANG BALIKAT, TA; AGAP, TA; BABA, TA; KALIWANG BALIKAT, TA; AGAP, TA; BABA, TA;
SIYASAT, TA;SIYASAT, TA; and and BABA, TABABA, TA..

173. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
6)6)ReportReport
a)a) When the manual of arms has been When the manual of arms has been
completed, the Battalion Commander then directs:completed, the Battalion Commander then directs:
TANGGAPIN ANG ULATTANGGAPIN ANG ULAT..
b)b) The Adjutant trots forward, halts to his The Adjutant trots forward, halts to his
position at the center of the command and directs:position at the center of the command and directs:
MAG-ULATMAG-ULAT.. Unit commanders in succession, from Unit commanders in succession, from
right to left, salute and reportright to left, salute and report: “Ginoo __________ : “Ginoo __________
balangay, narito na po lahat o napag-alaman”. balangay, narito na po lahat o napag-alaman”. The The
Adjutant returns each commander’s salute.Adjutant returns each commander’s salute.
c)c) After receiving the reports, the Adjutant After receiving the reports, the Adjutant
faces front, salutes, and reportsfaces front, salutes, and reports: “Ginoo, narito po : “Ginoo, narito po
lahat o napag-alaman”.lahat o napag-alaman”.

174. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
7)7)Publishing of OrdersPublishing of Orders
a)a)The Battalion Commander returns The Battalion Commander returns
the salute and directs: the salute and directs: IPAHAYAG ANG IPAHAYAG ANG
KAUTUSAN .KAUTUSAN .
b)b)The Adjutant faces about and gives The Adjutant faces about and gives
the orders:the orders: MAKINIG SA KAUTUSAN, ANG MAKINIG SA KAUTUSAN, ANG
MGA NAKATALAGA NGAYON, PUNONG MGA NAKATALAGA NGAYON, PUNONG
PANLARANGAN (NAME OF OFFICER), PANLARANGAN (NAME OF OFFICER),
PUNONG TAGAPANGALAGA (NAME OF PUNONG TAGAPANGALAGA (NAME OF
OFFICER), SA UTOS NI (NAME OF OFFICER), OFFICER), SA UTOS NI (NAME OF OFFICER),
MGA PINUNO, HUMARAP AT PUMAGITNA, MGA PINUNO, HUMARAP AT PUMAGITNA,
KAD.KAD.

175. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
8)8)Officers Center MarchOfficers Center March
a)a)At the last note of At the last note of PUMAGITNA,PUMAGITNA, all all
officers from the Company Commanders to officers from the Company Commanders to
Platoon Leaders including Guidon Bearers, Platoon Leaders including Guidon Bearers, eexecute xecute
Center Face. After the command of execution of Center Face. After the command of execution of
KADKAD is given, the Officers and Guidon Bearers is given, the Officers and Guidon Bearers
march off to the center and halt at predetermined march off to the center and halt at predetermined
number of steps upon reaching their designated number of steps upon reaching their designated
markers. The senior Company Commander then markers. The senior Company Commander then
commands: commands: MGA PINUNO, RAP, KADMGA PINUNO, RAP, KAD.. At the last At the last
note of note of RAP,RAP, the Officers and Guidon Bearers face the Officers and Guidon Bearers face
toward the Battalion Commander’s position and toward the Battalion Commander’s position and
shoves off at the command shoves off at the command KADKAD..

176. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
b)b)When they are approximately 12 paces in front of the When they are approximately 12 paces in front of the
Battalion Commander, the senior Company Commander Battalion Commander, the senior Company Commander
commands: commands: MGA PINUNO, TOMGA PINUNO, TO.. At At TOTO,, they count silently. At they count silently. At
the count of four, they execute the salute and bring their the count of four, they execute the salute and bring their
hands down at seven (Guidon Bearers start to execute the hands down at seven (Guidon Bearers start to execute the
equivalent salute at the count of three and return same equivalent salute at the count of three and return same
starting at the count of six). The Battalion Commander starting at the count of six). The Battalion Commander
acknowledges the salute, then commands: acknowledges the salute, then commands: MGA PINUNO, MGA PINUNO,
SUMALUNAN, KADSUMALUNAN, KAD..
c)c)The group of officers executes about face and shoves The group of officers executes about face and shoves
off towards the center of the troops. As they approach the off towards the center of the troops. As they approach the
line of their respective positions, the senior Company line of their respective positions, the senior Company
Commander commands: Commander commands: MGA PINUNO, TO, RAP,MGA PINUNO, TO, RAP, KAD.KAD. At At
the command the command TO,TO, they halt, and almost simultaneous with they halt, and almost simultaneous with
RAP, RAP, they face their respective positions and shove off with they face their respective positions and shove off with
the command the command KADKAD.. At a predetermined number of steps, At a predetermined number of steps,
they halt to occupy their respective positions and face front they halt to occupy their respective positions and face front
at the same time.at the same time.

177. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
9)9)Pass in ReviewPass in Review
a)a)When all officers have returned to their posts and the When all officers have returned to their posts and the
band has stopped playing, the Battalion Commander band has stopped playing, the Battalion Commander
directs: directs: PASA MASIDPASA MASID..
b)b)The battalion passes in review in the same manner as The battalion passes in review in the same manner as
prescribed for a review except that the units render honors prescribed for a review except that the units render honors
when they are six steps to the left of the Troop Commander when they are six steps to the left of the Troop Commander
and staff, and terminate honors when the units are six and staff, and terminate honors when the units are six
steps to the right of the commander of troops and staff. steps to the right of the commander of troops and staff.
The Troop Commander and staff then assume the role of The Troop Commander and staff then assume the role of
the reviewing party at their location on the field.the reviewing party at their location on the field.
c)c)When the last elements of troops have passed the When the last elements of troops have passed the
reviewing stand and executed ready front, the band stops reviewing stand and executed ready front, the band stops
playing.playing.
d)d)Spectators may rise and applause after the parade is Spectators may rise and applause after the parade is
completed.completed.

178. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
b.b.CEREMONIAL BRIGADE PARADECEREMONIAL BRIGADE PARADE
1)1)The brigade is ordinarily formed in line with The brigade is ordinarily formed in line with
battalions in mass formations. The parade is the same as the battalions in mass formations. The parade is the same as the
ceremonial battalion parade with the following exceptions:ceremonial battalion parade with the following exceptions:
a)a)The Brigade Commander is substituted The Brigade Commander is substituted
for Battalion Commander, and brigade for battalion, in the for Battalion Commander, and brigade for battalion, in the
description.description.
b)b)Across the front of the brigade, the band Across the front of the brigade, the band
passes in front of the line of Battalion Commanders during passes in front of the line of Battalion Commanders during
the sound off.the sound off.
2)2)The battalions execute present arms, order The battalions execute present arms, order
arms, parade rest, and come to attention on the command arms, parade rest, and come to attention on the command
of execution of their respective commanders. Reports are of execution of their respective commanders. Reports are
made by the Battalion Commanders instead of Company made by the Battalion Commanders instead of Company
Commanders.Commanders.

179. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
3)3) At the command of execution At the command of execution KAD,KAD, of of MGA MGA
PINUNO,PINUNO, PUMAGITNA, KADPUMAGITNA, KAD the Battalion Commanders, the Battalion Commanders,
their staff, and Colors close on the line of Battalion their staff, and Colors close on the line of Battalion
Commanders and staffs. The Company Commanders face Commanders and staffs. The Company Commanders face
to the half right or half left in marching and close on a line to the half right or half left in marching and close on a line
four steps to the rear of the battalion color. The Guidon four steps to the rear of the battalion color. The Guidon
Bearers face half right of half left in marching and close on Bearers face half right of half left in marching and close on
a line four steps to the back of the Company Commanders. a line four steps to the back of the Company Commanders.
The other officers face the Guidon Bearers.The other officers face the Guidon Bearers.
4)4) When the officers, Guidon Bearers, and Colors When the officers, Guidon Bearers, and Colors
have closed and faced to the front, the senior battalion have closed and faced to the front, the senior battalion
commander commands commander commands PASULONG, KAD.PASULONG, KAD. The center officer The center officer
of the leading rank is the guide. On the command of the of the leading rank is the guide. On the command of the
senior Battalion Commander, the officers, Guidon Bearers, senior Battalion Commander, the officers, Guidon Bearers,
and Colors halt with the leading ranks six steps from the and Colors halt with the leading ranks six steps from the
Brigade Commander. The commands Brigade Commander. The commands TANGHAL,TANGHAL, TA TA and and
HANDA, RAPHANDA, RAP are given by the senior Battalion Commander.are given by the senior Battalion Commander.

180. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
5)5)The Brigade Commander commands The Brigade Commander commands MGA PINUNO,MGA PINUNO,
SUMALUNANSUMALUNAN (pause), (pause), KADKAD. . On the command On the command SUMALUNANSUMALUNAN, ,
the Colors execute reverse march. All others execute about the Colors execute reverse march. All others execute about
face. On the command of execution face. On the command of execution KAD,KAD, the officers, the officers,
Colors, and Guidon Bearers march forward. The senior Colors, and Guidon Bearers march forward. The senior
battalion commander commands battalion commander commands MGA PINUNO, TOMGA PINUNO, TO so that so that
the rank of Battalion Commanders is on line with its original the rank of Battalion Commanders is on line with its original
position. The senior Battalion Commander then commandsposition. The senior Battalion Commander then commands
SUMALUNANSUMALUNAN (pause), (pause), KAD.KAD. On the command On the command SUMALUNANSUMALUNAN,,
the Battalion Commanders and staff face outward, the the Battalion Commanders and staff face outward, the
battalion Color guard executes wheeling movements, and battalion Color guard executes wheeling movements, and
on the command of execution on the command of execution KADKAD the color guard marches the color guard marches
back to its original position. The Company Commanders, back to its original position. The Company Commanders,
Guidon Bearers, and other officers face to the half right or Guidon Bearers, and other officers face to the half right or
half left in marching and move back to their original half left in marching and move back to their original
positions.positions.

181. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
c.c.STREET PARADESTREET PARADE
1)1)For street parade, troops are formed and For street parade, troops are formed and
marched in the most convenient manner. Street marched in the most convenient manner. Street
parade may include military vehicles. Towed or parade may include military vehicles. Towed or
transported weapons add to the drama of a street transported weapons add to the drama of a street
parade. Cargo vehicles are included only when it is parade. Cargo vehicles are included only when it is
desired to increase the size of the display.desired to increase the size of the display.
2)2)Practical formations for street parades are:Practical formations for street parades are:
Columns of threes and fours.Columns of threes and fours.
Two or more columns of threes and fours Two or more columns of threes and fours
abreast.abreast.
Mass formation.Mass formation.

182. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
3)3)The vehicles move in single column of The vehicles move in single column of
twos, threes, or fours abreast, as the twos, threes, or fours abreast, as the
width of the street permits.width of the street permits.
4)4)In order to keep military units in the In order to keep military units in the
same cadence, units should not march same cadence, units should not march
between two bands.between two bands.

183. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.
d.d.EVENING PARADEEVENING PARADE
1)1)OrganizationOrganization

The Ceremonial elements shall be composed The Ceremonial elements shall be composed
of the following:of the following:

One brigade of two battalions (two One brigade of two battalions (two
companies of two platoons each).companies of two platoons each).

Band of not less than 30 members with a Band of not less than 30 members with a
band conductor.band conductor.

Two color bearers for the National and unit Two color bearers for the National and unit
colors, and two color guards.colors, and two color guards.

184. TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR TYPES OF PARADES AND THEIR
SEQUENCE Cont.SEQUENCE Cont.

191. 3.1 3.1 GENERALGENERAL
a.a.In the Continental Army, honor guards were used as In the Continental Army, honor guards were used as
protective measures and as a means of showing the protective measures and as a means of showing the
improvement in discipline in the newly formed army. improvement in discipline in the newly formed army.
They were probably selected specifically for their They were probably selected specifically for their
sizes and strengths and maybe their proven prowess sizes and strengths and maybe their proven prowess
in combat. Today, the honor guard formation is in combat. Today, the honor guard formation is
considered to be a special courtesy to visiting considered to be a special courtesy to visiting
dignitaries.dignitaries.
b.b.Members of the guard are selected for their soldierly Members of the guard are selected for their soldierly
appearance and superior discipline. An Honor Guard appearance and superior discipline. An Honor Guard
consists of a band, Colors, salute battery (when consists of a band, Colors, salute battery (when
available and appropriate) and a formation of available and appropriate) and a formation of
troops. Honor guards render personal honors to troops. Honor guards render personal honors to
persons with high military or civilian rank or position persons with high military or civilian rank or position
upon arrival or departure from a military command. upon arrival or departure from a military command.
Honor guards are not a substitute for those Honor guards are not a substitute for those
ceremonies appropriate in a review or parade.ceremonies appropriate in a review or parade.

192. GENERAL Cont.GENERAL Cont.
c.c.An Honor Guard should not be so large so as to An Honor Guard should not be so large so as to
compromise the exceptional standards required of honor compromise the exceptional standards required of honor
guards. The minimum size of the company honor guard guards. The minimum size of the company honor guard
should be two (2) platoons and the battalion honor guard should be two (2) platoons and the battalion honor guard
should be two (2) companies. Uniforms will be those should be two (2) companies. Uniforms will be those
prescribed by the Commander of the receiving unit.prescribed by the Commander of the receiving unit.
d.d.There shall be a designated military host who will take There shall be a designated military host who will take
part in the ceremony. He briefs the honoree of the part in the ceremony. He briefs the honoree of the
sequence of events and advises him of actions that will sequence of events and advises him of actions that will
take place during the conduct of honors.take place during the conduct of honors.
e.e.Prior to the arrival of the person(s) to be honored, the Prior to the arrival of the person(s) to be honored, the
honor guard commander positions the band, the troops, honor guard commander positions the band, the troops,
and salute battery from right to left, in that order. The and salute battery from right to left, in that order. The
troops are formed in line of companies or platoons with troops are formed in line of companies or platoons with
the Colors positioned at the center. When conditions the Colors positioned at the center. When conditions
dictate, the salute battery may be located separately but dictate, the salute battery may be located separately but
its control and purpose must not be impaired.its control and purpose must not be impaired.

193. 3.23.2DEFINITION OF TERMSDEFINITION OF TERMS
Cordon HonorsCordon Honors – a type of honors rendered to a guest in – a type of honors rendered to a guest in
lieu of or in addition to full military honors. This may be in lieu of or in addition to full military honors. This may be in
the form of foyer, ramp/plane side, concourse and side the form of foyer, ramp/plane side, concourse and side
boys honors.boys honors.

DaisDais – an elevated platform where the honoree and the – an elevated platform where the honoree and the
military host stand to give distinction and prominence.military host stand to give distinction and prominence.
HonoreeHonoree – A high-ranking local/foreign military officer or – A high-ranking local/foreign military officer or
civilian to whom honors are accorded.civilian to whom honors are accorded.
Honor GuardHonor Guard – consists of a band, Colors, salute battery – consists of a band, Colors, salute battery
(when available and appropriate) and a formation of (when available and appropriate) and a formation of
troops tasked to render personal honors to persons troops tasked to render personal honors to persons
entitled upon arrival/departure from a military command entitled upon arrival/departure from a military command
or saluting base/station.or saluting base/station.
HonorsHonors – ceremonies rendered to local/foreign military – ceremonies rendered to local/foreign military
officers and civilian dignitaries as a gesture of courtesy officers and civilian dignitaries as a gesture of courtesy
and a tribute to his rank and/or position.and a tribute to his rank and/or position.

194. DEFINITION OF TERMS Cont.DEFINITION OF TERMS Cont.

InspectionInspection – the close examination or observance – the close examination or observance
of honor guard by honoree.of honor guard by honoree.

Military HostMilitary Host – an officer designated to escort and – an officer designated to escort and
receive the honoree and advise him of actions that receive the honoree and advise him of actions that
will take place during the conduct of honors.will take place during the conduct of honors.

Ruffle and FlourishRuffle and Flourish – a ruffling drumbeat and – a ruffling drumbeat and
funfare played in honor of a high official at a funfare played in honor of a high official at a
ceremonial reception.ceremonial reception.

Saluting StationSaluting Station – camps, posts, stations, national – camps, posts, stations, national
shrines and other places where firing of gun salute shrines and other places where firing of gun salute
is authorized.is authorized.

Two-man GuardTwo-man Guard - a type of honors consisting of - a type of honors consisting of
two soldiers and an officer given to civilian or two soldiers and an officer given to civilian or
military dignitaries for practical purposes military dignitaries for practical purposes

195. 3.33.3POLICIESPOLICIES
a.a.Personal HonorsPersonal Honors
1) Military Officers1) Military Officers
a)a)Only AFP general or flag rank officers in the active Only AFP general or flag rank officers in the active
service are entitled to military honors unless service are entitled to military honors unless
otherwise directed by the CSAFP.otherwise directed by the CSAFP.
b)b)A retired general/flag officer making an official A retired general/flag officer making an official
visit shall likewise be accorded with appropriate visit shall likewise be accorded with appropriate
honors.honors.
c)c)Newly-promoted generals will only be rendered Newly-promoted generals will only be rendered
with full military honors at GHQ, their respective with full military honors at GHQ, their respective
Major Service camps and their own headquarters.Major Service camps and their own headquarters.
d)d)Full military honors will no longer be given to Full military honors will no longer be given to
commanders going to another place/unit located commanders going to another place/unit located
within their headquarters in the same within their headquarters in the same
camp/station. Instead, cordon honors will be camp/station. Instead, cordon honors will be
appropriate for the occasion.appropriate for the occasion.

196. Personal Honors Cont.Personal Honors Cont.
2)2)Civilian dignitaries making official visits shall be Civilian dignitaries making official visits shall be
accorded appropriate honors during arrival and accorded appropriate honors during arrival and
departure from military installation/station.departure from military installation/station.
3)3)When two or more persons entitled to honors When two or more persons entitled to honors
arrive at or depart from military installation/station arrive at or depart from military installation/station
at the same time, each in turn shall be honored if at the same time, each in turn shall be honored if
they arrived successively. However, in cases when they arrived successively. However, in cases when
the most senior guest has been accorded honors, the most senior guest has been accorded honors,
no honors shall be accorded to newly arrived no honors shall be accorded to newly arrived
junior guests.junior guests.
4)4)Should a person entitled to honors arrive at a Should a person entitled to honors arrive at a
military installation / station at the time when military installation / station at the time when
honors have already begun, the ceremony shall honors have already begun, the ceremony shall
continue but the senior officer shall receive continue but the senior officer shall receive
departure honors.departure honors.

197. Personal Honors Cont.Personal Honors Cont.
5)5)If the honoree has a personal flag with him, If the honoree has a personal flag with him,
the flag bearer shall be positioned three the flag bearer shall be positioned three
steps behind the honoree and shall follow steps behind the honoree and shall follow
the honoree during the inspection of troops the honoree during the inspection of troops
and return to his original position thereafter.and return to his original position thereafter.
6)6)If the honoree is a President or a Head of If the honoree is a President or a Head of
State, the honoree must be positioned at State, the honoree must be positioned at
least six inches right forward of the host least six inches right forward of the host
dais.dais.
7)7)No honors shall be rendered by troops in No honors shall be rendered by troops in
trenches.trenches.

198. Personal Honors Cont.Personal Honors Cont.
8)8)Honors shall not be rendered by troops Honors shall not be rendered by troops
directly engaged in war campaigns, directly engaged in war campaigns,
exercises and disaster relief operations.exercises and disaster relief operations.
9)9)During personal honors at the same place During personal honors at the same place
and in compliment to the same person, and in compliment to the same person,
whether civilian or military, guns shall whether civilian or military, guns shall
never be fired more than once in a never be fired more than once in a
calendar year, except for a President or calendar year, except for a President or
Head of State or when International Head of State or when International
Protocol requires.Protocol requires.
10)10)In all cases, the national flag must be at full In all cases, the national flag must be at full
staff when honors are being accorded.staff when honors are being accorded.

199. Personal Honors Cont.Personal Honors Cont.
11)11)No military honors will be accorded during No military honors will be accorded during
a national holiday except for a President or a national holiday except for a President or
Head of State or when International Head of State or when International
Protocol requires.Protocol requires.
12)12)No honors will be accorded after the flag No honors will be accorded after the flag
retreat and before flag raising except retreat and before flag raising except
honors for the President or his designated honors for the President or his designated
representative.representative.
13)13)Philippine National Police and Philippine Philippine National Police and Philippine
Coast Guard are not entitled to military Coast Guard are not entitled to military
honors.honors.

200. POLICIES Cont.POLICIES Cont.
b. Unit Honors b. Unit Honors
1) Local Deployment1) Local Deployment
a) A ceremony shall be conducted to a) A ceremony shall be conducted to
welcome/send off units arriving/departing welcome/send off units arriving/departing
for deployment outside unit AOR for a for deployment outside unit AOR for a
period of not less than six months.period of not less than six months.
b) The Commander or his representative b) The Commander or his representative
(at least two-levels up) shall be responsible (at least two-levels up) shall be responsible
in welcoming/sending off units under his in welcoming/sending off units under his
jurisdiction.jurisdiction.

201. POLICIES Cont.POLICIES Cont.
2) Foreign Deployment2) Foreign Deployment
a) Major Service concerned shall be responsible a) Major Service concerned shall be responsible
for the ceremony in honor of units for the ceremony in honor of units
arriving/departing from/for overseas deployment.arriving/departing from/for overseas deployment.
b) The Major Service Commander shall b) The Major Service Commander shall
welcome/send off arriving/departing units of his welcome/send off arriving/departing units of his
command.command.
c) Spouses/parents of deployed personnel shall be c) Spouses/parents of deployed personnel shall be
invited to send off or present leis to the officers invited to send off or present leis to the officers
and men of the departing / arriving unit.and men of the departing / arriving unit.
d) The Chief of Staff, AFP or a civilian dignitary d) The Chief of Staff, AFP or a civilian dignitary
may be invited to welcome/send off units may be invited to welcome/send off units
arriving/departing from/for overseas arriving/departing from/for overseas

202. POLICIES Cont.POLICIES Cont.
c. Gun Salutec. Gun Salute
1) Gun salute shall be under the direction of a 1) Gun salute shall be under the direction of a
commissioned officer.commissioned officer.
2) The National Flag shall always be at full staff at 2) The National Flag shall always be at full staff at
the time the salute is rendered.the time the salute is rendered.
3) Gun salute shall only be fired during the 3) Gun salute shall only be fired during the
conduct of arrival / departure honors at the conduct of arrival / departure honors at the
following saluting stations / bases:following saluting stations / bases:
a) Military Camps / Basesa) Military Camps / Bases
1)1)Camp General Emilio AguinaldoCamp General Emilio Aguinaldo
- GHQ, AFP- GHQ, AFP
2)2)Fort Andres BonifacioFort Andres Bonifacio
-Headquarters Philippine Army-Headquarters Philippine Army
-Headquarters Philippine Marines-Headquarters Philippine Marines

203. a) Military Camps / Bases Cont.a) Military Camps / Bases Cont.
3)3)Villamor Air BaseVillamor Air Base
-Headquarters Philippine Air Force-Headquarters Philippine Air Force
-Kalayaan Lounge-Kalayaan Lounge
4)4)Fort AbadFort Abad
-Headquarters Philippine Navy -Headquarters Philippine Navy
5)5)AFP Unified Command HeadquartersAFP Unified Command Headquarters
6)6)Fort Del PilarFort Del Pilar
-Headquarters PMA-Headquarters PMA

204. a) Military Camps / Bases Cont.a) Military Camps / Bases Cont.
7)7)National ShrinesNational Shrines
-Rizal Park-Rizal Park
-Libingan ng mga Bayani-Libingan ng mga Bayani
-Aguinaldo Shrine -Aguinaldo Shrine
-Corrigidor National Shrine-Corrigidor National Shrine
-Dambana ng Kagitingan-Dambana ng Kagitingan
-Capas National Shrine-Capas National Shrine
-Los Veteranos National Shrine-Los Veteranos National Shrine
8)8)Other PlacesOther Places
-Malacañan Palace-Malacañan Palace
-Philippine International Airports\-Philippine International Airports\
as directed by CSAFP.as directed by CSAFP.

205. c. Gun Salutec. Gun Salute
Cont.Cont.
4) The national salute is done by firing 21 4) The national salute is done by firing 21
guns successively. This salute is rendered guns successively. This salute is rendered
in honor of: the National Flag; the in honor of: the National Flag; the
President of the Philippines; Heads of State; President of the Philippines; Heads of State;
and Former Presidents. During National and Former Presidents. During National
Heroes Day, the National Flag shall be Heroes Day, the National Flag shall be
displayed at half-staff from reveille to displayed at half-staff from reveille to
midday at all posts, camps, bases and midday at all posts, camps, bases and
stations. Prior to the rendering of honors stations. Prior to the rendering of honors
the band of field music will be played.the band of field music will be played.

206. d. How Honors Are Renderedd. How Honors Are Rendered
1.1.The PresidentThe President
a) The President shall be received at the salute base or at a) The President shall be received at the salute base or at
the building where he shall be entertained.the building where he shall be entertained.
b) A 21–gun salute shall be fired during the b) A 21–gun salute shall be fired during the
arrival/departure honors.arrival/departure honors.
c) In a situation wherein honors will be rendered to the c) In a situation wherein honors will be rendered to the
President outside of military camps and without President outside of military camps and without
military units present in the area, a two-man Honor military units present in the area, a two-man Honor
Guard shall be present at the bottom steps of the Guard shall be present at the bottom steps of the
aircraft to render honors. They shall be led by the aircraft to render honors. They shall be led by the
most senior military commander in the area. When most senior military commander in the area. When
the President steps down from the plane, the honor the President steps down from the plane, the honor
guards are positioned facing each other and welcome guards are positioned facing each other and welcome
the President by a salute. The left man commands the President by a salute. The left man commands
PUGAY KAMAY, NA PUGAY KAMAY, NA (if without arms)(if without arms) oror TANGHAL, TA TANGHAL, TA (if (if
with arms)with arms) as the President approaches and as the President approaches and
commands commands BABA KAMAY, NABABA KAMAY, NA (if without arms) or (if without arms) or BABA, BABA,
TATA (if with arms) after the President passed by them. (if with arms) after the President passed by them.

207. d. How Honors Are Rendered Cont.d. How Honors Are Rendered Cont.
d) In case the President was already given full d) In case the President was already given full
military honors at the point of military honors at the point of
disembarkation, the President shall no disembarkation, the President shall no
longer be given full military honors at the longer be given full military honors at the
area where the President will be going.area where the President will be going.
e) In case the President will be rendered full e) In case the President will be rendered full
military honors in the place of military honors in the place of
engagement, the President will be given engagement, the President will be given
cordon honors at the cordon honors at the

208. ARRIVAL HONORSARRIVAL HONORS

209. d. How Honors Are Rendered Cont.d. How Honors Are Rendered Cont.
f) In case the President arrived in front of the troops already f) In case the President arrived in front of the troops already
massed and assembled for parade and review in honor of massed and assembled for parade and review in honor of
the President, the full military honors shall be waived to the President, the full military honors shall be waived to
avoid redundancy in rendering honors. Instead, cordon avoid redundancy in rendering honors. Instead, cordon
honors will be appropriate. If the parade and review is to honors will be appropriate. If the parade and review is to
be rendered in another place of engagement, military be rendered in another place of engagement, military
honors will be given.honors will be given.
g) Unless otherwise military honors or cordon honors will be g) Unless otherwise military honors or cordon honors will be
given to the President, a two-man honor guard will always given to the President, a two-man honor guard will always
be present at the bottom of the aircraft and render salute be present at the bottom of the aircraft and render salute
as the President steps down or boards the plane.as the President steps down or boards the plane.
h) During the presidential official visit in both Houses of h) During the presidential official visit in both Houses of
Congress like in the State of the Nation Address, the Congress like in the State of the Nation Address, the
President will be accorded cordon honors before entering President will be accorded cordon honors before entering
the house.the house.
i) During Independence Day celebration, the President will be i) During Independence Day celebration, the President will be
accorded full military honors in front of the grandstand.accorded full military honors in front of the grandstand.

210. ARRIVAL HONORSARRIVAL HONORS

211. How Honors Are Rendered Cont.How Honors Are Rendered Cont.
j) In case the President or Head of State arrives from the aircraft j) In case the President or Head of State arrives from the aircraft
and exits by the tube of the terminal, a cordon honors will be and exits by the tube of the terminal, a cordon honors will be
positioned to render honor to the President or Head of State.positioned to render honor to the President or Head of State.
2.2.To certain dignitariesTo certain dignitaries – A president of a foreign republic or a foreign – A president of a foreign republic or a foreign
sovereign shall be rendered the honors prescribed in paragraph (a) sovereign shall be rendered the honors prescribed in paragraph (a)
above except that the national anthem of his country shall be played above except that the national anthem of his country shall be played
first to be followed by the Philippine National Anthem.first to be followed by the Philippine National Anthem.
3.3.To Ex-Presidents and Vice PresidentsTo Ex-Presidents and Vice Presidents – The Ex-President and Vice – The Ex-President and Vice
President of the Philippines shall be rendered the honors prescribed President of the Philippines shall be rendered the honors prescribed
for the President, except that the flourishes shall be followed by a for the President, except that the flourishes shall be followed by a
march in lieu of the National Anthem and the Vice President shall march in lieu of the National Anthem and the Vice President shall
receive a salute of 19 guns. If no band is present, the bugles shall receive a salute of 19 guns. If no band is present, the bugles shall
sound sound To the Colors To the Colors after the ruffles and flourishes.after the ruffles and flourishes.
4.4.To Ambassadors To Ambassadors – Foreign Ambassadors will be given one military – Foreign Ambassadors will be given one military
honors during their stay in the country. This will be done during their honors during their stay in the country. This will be done during their
presentation of credentials at the Malacañan Palace.presentation of credentials at the Malacañan Palace.

212. e. Civilian and military dignitaries hereunder shall be e. Civilian and military dignitaries hereunder shall be
rendered salutes and honors with music (which is rendered salutes and honors with music (which is
considered an inseparable part of the salute and will considered an inseparable part of the salute and will
immediately follow the ruffles and flourishes without immediately follow the ruffles and flourishes without
pause):pause):
1) Civilian Dignitaries1) Civilian Dignitaries

213. RANK GUN SALUTE RFLS &
FLRS
MUSIC SIZE
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
President 21 21 4 Nat’l Anthem Bn
President-elect 21 21 4 Nat’l Anthem Bn
Ex-President 21 21 4 March Bn
A sovereign or head
of state of a
foreign country:
21 21 4 Nat’l anthem Bn
Head of Gov’t 19 19 4 March Bn
Vice President 19 19 4 March Bn
Chief Justice 19 19 4 March Bn
Senate President 19 19 4 March Bn
Speaker of the
House of
Representatives
19 19 4 March Bn
Secretary of
National
Defense
19 19 4 March Bn
Undersecretary of
National
Defense
17 17 4 March Coy

214. 
Note:Note: Provincial governor/municipal Provincial governor/municipal
mayor hosting military camps will no longer mayor hosting military camps will no longer
be given arrival/departure honors during his be given arrival/departure honors during his
visit to the camp/base by the unit concerned.visit to the camp/base by the unit concerned.
2) Military Officers2) Military Officers

215. RANK GUN SALUTE RFLS &
FLRS
MUSIC SIZE
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
Chief of Staff 19 19 4 Gen March Bn
Vice Chief of Staff 19 19 4 Gen March Bn
General 17 17 4 Gen March Bn
Lt General 15 15 3 Gen March Bn
Major Svc Comdr 15 15 3 Gen March Bn
Major General 13 - 2 Gen March Coy
Brigadier General 11 - 1 Gen March Coy

216. 3.43.4 PROCEDURES PROCEDURES
a. Arrival and Departure Honors (Individual)a. Arrival and Departure Honors (Individual)
1. Full Military Honors1. Full Military Honors

Initially, the honor guard battalion shall be Initially, the honor guard battalion shall be
at parade rest. The Honor Guard at parade rest. The Honor Guard
Commander (HGC) brings the unit to Commander (HGC) brings the unit to
attention as soon as the honoree arrives. attention as soon as the honoree arrives.
The honoree is met by the military host, The honoree is met by the military host,
who escorts him in front of the honor guard who escorts him in front of the honor guard
battalion and leads him to the dais. battalion and leads him to the dais.

217. FULL MILITARY HONORS 1FULL MILITARY HONORS 1

218. FULL MILITARY HONORS 1 FULL MILITARY HONORS 1
Cont.Cont.
 The HGC faces about and commands The HGC faces about and commands
TANGHAL, TATANGHAL, TA then faces about and presents then faces about and presents
sword together with his staff, while the honoree sword together with his staff, while the honoree
and military host execute hand salute.and military host execute hand salute.
 Appropriate number of ruffles and flourishes Appropriate number of ruffles and flourishes
shall be played by the band to be followed by an shall be played by the band to be followed by an
appropriate music, General’s March or National appropriate music, General’s March or National
Anthem as the case maybe. Gun salute, if any, Anthem as the case maybe. Gun salute, if any,
shall commence with the first note of the ruffles shall commence with the first note of the ruffles
and shall be evenly distributed until the last and shall be evenly distributed until the last
note of the music.note of the music.

219. FULL MILITARY HONORS 1 Cont.FULL MILITARY HONORS 1 Cont.
After the last note of the music, the HGC carries sword with After the last note of the music, the HGC carries sword with
the staff then faces about and commands the staff then faces about and commands BABA, TABABA, TA.. He He
faces about and salutes the honoree, sayingfaces about and salutes the honoree, saying “ “Handa na po Handa na po
and tanod pandangal upang libutinand tanod pandangal upang libutin”.”.
The honoree acknowledges the salute and the HGC carries The honoree acknowledges the salute and the HGC carries
his sword and escorts him and the military host for the his sword and escorts him and the military host for the
inspection of the honor guards. As they approach the inspection of the honor guards. As they approach the
Colors, six paces before it, the HGC commands Colors, six paces before it, the HGC commands TANGHAL, TANGHAL,
TA.TA. The HGC presents sword while honoree and military The HGC presents sword while honoree and military
host execute hand salute for the Colors. Three steps after host execute hand salute for the Colors. Three steps after
the Colors, HGC commands the Colors, HGC commands BABA, TABABA, TA.. The HGC executes The HGC executes
carry sword while the honoree and the military host drop carry sword while the honoree and the military host drop
their hand salute. They continue marching toward the last their hand salute. They continue marching toward the last
elements. The HGC continues marching with the honoree elements. The HGC continues marching with the honoree
and host up to the point where he reels off from the two and host up to the point where he reels off from the two
personages and proceeds to his position in front of his personages and proceeds to his position in front of his
staff. The honoree and military host march directly back to staff. The honoree and military host march directly back to
their original positions at the dais.their original positions at the dais.

220. FULL MILITARY HONORS 2FULL MILITARY HONORS 2

At this point, the HGC faces the honor guard At this point, the HGC faces the honor guard
battalion and commands battalion and commands TANGHAL, TATANGHAL, TA.. He He
then faces about and executes present then faces about and executes present
sword together with his staff. The honoree sword together with his staff. The honoree
acknowledges the salute and HGC and staff acknowledges the salute and HGC and staff
execute carry sword. The HGC faces about execute carry sword. The HGC faces about
and commands and commands BABA, TA. BABA, TA. The HGC executes The HGC executes
about face and salutes the honoree, saying about face and salutes the honoree, saying
““Tapos na po ang parangalTapos na po ang parangal”.”.

221. FULL MILITARY HONORS 3FULL MILITARY HONORS 3

222. FULL MILITARY HONORS 3FULL MILITARY HONORS 3

In case the honoree is more than one, the most In case the honoree is more than one, the most
senior honoree will be the one at the dais. In case senior honoree will be the one at the dais. In case
all are of the same rank or category, one will all are of the same rank or category, one will
occupy the dais and the rest will align beside the occupy the dais and the rest will align beside the
honoree to be bestowed with honors. During the honoree to be bestowed with honors. During the
inspection they can join the inspection of the inspection they can join the inspection of the
troops. They will follow at the back of the main troops. They will follow at the back of the main
honoree for the period of the inspection.honoree for the period of the inspection.

During inclement weather, arrival and departure During inclement weather, arrival and departure
honors will be waived, except honors to be honors will be waived, except honors to be
accorded for the President and Head of State. They accorded for the President and Head of State. They
will be accorded with cordon honors, if practicable.will be accorded with cordon honors, if practicable.

223. 2. Cordon Honors /Honor Guard2. Cordon Honors /Honor Guard

224. Cordon Honors /Honor Guard Cont.Cordon Honors /Honor Guard Cont.
In addition to a scheduled honor guard ceremony, a honor In addition to a scheduled honor guard ceremony, a honor
cordon ceremonies will be used during the arrival or cordon ceremonies will be used during the arrival or
departure of the President and certain dignitaries: departure of the President and certain dignitaries:
welcoming or bidding farewell to distinguished visitors and welcoming or bidding farewell to distinguished visitors and
visiting military camps. The ceremony consists of a select visiting military camps. The ceremony consists of a select
group of soldiers with characteristics associated with honor group of soldiers with characteristics associated with honor
guards, designated to honor and provide security at the guards, designated to honor and provide security at the
immediate arrival and departure site. This type of honors immediate arrival and departure site. This type of honors
may also be used for other government and military may also be used for other government and military
officials, and foreign dignitaries, if practicable. officials, and foreign dignitaries, if practicable.
The honor cordon normally consists of two squads, a The honor cordon normally consists of two squads, a
cordon commander and a host. The size of the squad is cordon commander and a host. The size of the squad is
equal to the number of gun salute the honoree is entitled equal to the number of gun salute the honoree is entitled
to. When deemed appropriate, the commander may to. When deemed appropriate, the commander may
designate a band, colors and distinguishing flags.designate a band, colors and distinguishing flags.

225. ARRIVAL HONORS (HONOR ARRIVAL HONORS (HONOR
CORDON)CORDON)

226. a. Arrivala. Arrival

Upon arrival of the craft or vehicle, the cordon is Upon arrival of the craft or vehicle, the cordon is
marched at a position near the exit (ramp) in two marched at a position near the exit (ramp) in two
columns, centered to the exit, faced to the center and columns, centered to the exit, faced to the center and
dressed with about three steps distance between the dressed with about three steps distance between the
ranks. As the honored guest and greeting party depart ranks. As the honored guest and greeting party depart
the immediate vicinity of the exit, and approach within the immediate vicinity of the exit, and approach within
three steps of the host, the cordon commander three steps of the host, the cordon commander
commands commands TANGHAL, TA TANGHAL, TA (if with arms) or(if with arms) or PUGAY PUGAY
KAMAY, NA KAMAY, NA (if with arms) and the cordon members (if with arms) and the cordon members
salute simultaneously. After the honored guest and all salute simultaneously. After the honored guest and all
greeting party members have cleared the formation, greeting party members have cleared the formation,
the cordon commander commands the cordon commander commands BABA, TA BABA, TA (if with (if with
arms) orarms) or BABA KAMAY, NA BABA KAMAY, NA (if without arms) and the (if without arms) and the
cordon members come to order arms simultaneously.cordon members come to order arms simultaneously.

227. b. Departureb. Departure
The formation for the honor cordon upon departure is The formation for the honor cordon upon departure is
basically the same as that described during arrival. At the basically the same as that described during arrival. At the
approach (about three steps) of the honored guest and host, approach (about three steps) of the honored guest and host,
the cordon commander commands the cordon commander commands TANGHAL, TATANGHAL, TA and the and the
cordon executes present arms. When the honored guest has cordon executes present arms. When the honored guest has
entered the conveyance, the cordon commander commands entered the conveyance, the cordon commander commands
BABA, TABABA, TA and remains in place until the conveyance has and remains in place until the conveyance has
departed. If it is an aircraft, the honor cordon exits as soon departed. If it is an aircraft, the honor cordon exits as soon
as the honoree has boarded the aircraft.as the honoree has boarded the aircraft.
When a band and Colors are part of the arrival or departure When a band and Colors are part of the arrival or departure
ceremonies, they are positioned accordinglyceremonies, they are positioned accordingly. . The band plays The band plays
appropriate music during the ceremony. The organizational appropriate music during the ceremony. The organizational
color is dipped in salute when the honored guest approaches color is dipped in salute when the honored guest approaches
to within six steps. After he passes, it is returned to the carry to within six steps. After he passes, it is returned to the carry
positions. As soon as the guest enters the conveyance positions. As soon as the guest enters the conveyance
ceremony, the colors and distinguishing flags depart the ceremony, the colors and distinguishing flags depart the
area with the honor cordon.area with the honor cordon.

228. 3.43.4 PROCEDURES PROCEDURES
b.b.Arrival and Departure Honors (Unit)Arrival and Departure Honors (Unit)
Initially, the unit is formed in mass in front of the Initially, the unit is formed in mass in front of the
grandstand. When the Guest of Honor / Speaker (GOH) grandstand. When the Guest of Honor / Speaker (GOH)
or his designated representative arrives at the or his designated representative arrives at the
grandstand, the Unit Commander (UC) brings his grandstand, the Unit Commander (UC) brings his
troops to attention. When the GOH has taken his seat, troops to attention. When the GOH has taken his seat,
the UC brings his troops to present arms and present the UC brings his troops to present arms and present
his troops to the GOH. The GOH acknowledges the his troops to the GOH. The GOH acknowledges the
presentation. At this point, the band plays appropriate presentation. At this point, the band plays appropriate
march music (everybody in the grandstand should march music (everybody in the grandstand should
likewise stand). After the last note of the march music, likewise stand). After the last note of the march music,
the UC brings back his troops to attention. The the UC brings back his troops to attention. The
Chaplain proceeds to the lectern to lead the Chaplain proceeds to the lectern to lead the
invocation, afterwards, he returns to his position invocation, afterwards, he returns to his position
(everybody takes his seat after the invocation).(everybody takes his seat after the invocation).

229. Arrival and Departure Honors Arrival and Departure Honors
(Unit)(Unit)
1. Awarding:1. Awarding:
The emcee formally announces the start of the awarding. The UC The emcee formally announces the start of the awarding. The UC
and unit colors move forward at a predetermined point and halt while and unit colors move forward at a predetermined point and halt while
the GOH goes down the grandstand assisted by the host to present the GOH goes down the grandstand assisted by the host to present
the award. The adjutant reads the citation of the award before it is the award. The adjutant reads the citation of the award before it is
presented to the UC. The GOH and the host return to the grandstand presented to the UC. The GOH and the host return to the grandstand
after the presentation of award. The UC and unit color proceed back after the presentation of award. The UC and unit color proceed back
to their former positions.to their former positions.
2. Speeches:2. Speeches:
The GOH is introduced by the host before he proceeds to the lectern The GOH is introduced by the host before he proceeds to the lectern
to deliver a welcome address. If previously ordered to bring his troop to deliver a welcome address. If previously ordered to bring his troop
to parade rest, the UC brings his unit to attention after the address of to parade rest, the UC brings his unit to attention after the address of
the GOH.the GOH.
3. Recessional:3. Recessional:
The UC and his troops sing The UC and his troops sing Pilipinas Kong Mahal. Pilipinas Kong Mahal. Appropriate Appropriate
music shall be played by the band thereafter for the recessional.music shall be played by the band thereafter for the recessional.
At this juncture, the spouses/parents proceed toward the troops to At this juncture, the spouses/parents proceed toward the troops to
present leis to the officers and enlisted men of the unit. present leis to the officers and enlisted men of the unit.
Parent/spouses join their respective relatives for the dismissal.Parent/spouses join their respective relatives for the dismissal.

230. Arrival and Departure Honors Arrival and Departure Honors
(Unit) Cont.(Unit) Cont.

Note: Procedures for the send-off ceremony of Note: Procedures for the send-off ceremony of
unit departing for overseas deployment/duty unit departing for overseas deployment/duty
shall be the same as the welcome ceremony shall be the same as the welcome ceremony
except that the awarding and presentation of except that the awarding and presentation of
leis are omitted in the program. Likewise, the leis are omitted in the program. Likewise, the
National Anthem is played by the band instead National Anthem is played by the band instead
of a march music during the presentation of of a march music during the presentation of
troops.troops.

232. 4.14.1DEFINITIONSDEFINITIONS
a.a.Colors - Colors - The term Colors means the The term Colors means the
national and positional or organizational national and positional or organizational
colors.colors.
b.b.Color Color - When used singularly, the term - When used singularly, the term
Color refers to the National Color (National Color refers to the National Color (National
Flag).Flag).

233. 4.24.2THE COLORS AND COLORTHE COLORS AND COLOR

234. THE COLORS AND COLORTHE COLORS AND COLOR
a.a.Only the National Color is entitled to a salute Only the National Color is entitled to a salute
by individuals or units.by individuals or units.
b.b.In garrison, the Colors are normally kept at In garrison, the Colors are normally kept at
the office or headquarters of the the office or headquarters of the
commanding officer. They are escorted to and commanding officer. They are escorted to and
from the headquarters or office by the Color from the headquarters or office by the Color
Guard. In the field, the Colors are normally Guard. In the field, the Colors are normally
displayed from reveille to retreat in front of displayed from reveille to retreat in front of
the commanding officer’s tent or command the commanding officer’s tent or command
post. During inclement weather, they are post. During inclement weather, they are
cased and placed in the commanding officer’s cased and placed in the commanding officer’s
office, headquarters, or tent.office, headquarters, or tent.

235. THE COLORS AND COLOR Cont.THE COLORS AND COLOR Cont.
c.c.Individuals or units render honors when Individuals or units render honors when
passing or are being passed by uncased passing or are being passed by uncased
Colors. When not part of a formation, Colors. When not part of a formation,
individuals salute at a six step distance from individuals salute at a six step distance from
the Colors and hold the salute until they the Colors and hold the salute until they
have passed six steps beyond the Colors. have passed six steps beyond the Colors.
The individual in charge of a formation calls The individual in charge of a formation calls
the formation to the formation to HUMANDAHUMANDA and and TANGHAL, TANGHAL,
TATA..
d.d.The Colors may be carried in any formation The Colors may be carried in any formation
wherein two or more companies, honor wherein two or more companies, honor
guards, or representative elements of a guards, or representative elements of a
command participate.command participate.

236. THE COLORS AND COLOR Cont.THE COLORS AND COLOR Cont.
e.e.Traditionally, the command Sergeant Major Traditionally, the command Sergeant Major
is responsible for the safeguarding, care, is responsible for the safeguarding, care,
and display of the organizational color. He and display of the organizational color. He
is also responsible for the selection, is also responsible for the selection,
training, and performance of the Color training, and performance of the Color
bearers and Color guards.bearers and Color guards.
f.f.The regulation for individual flags and The regulation for individual flags and
distinguishing flags for general officers and distinguishing flags for general officers and
other dignitaries is the same as that for other dignitaries is the same as that for
organizational colors.organizational colors.

237. THE COLORS AND COLOR Cont.THE COLORS AND COLOR Cont.
g.g.During a review, parade, or honor guard During a review, parade, or honor guard
ceremony, only one National Color should be ceremony, only one National Color should be
present. The National Color is given the honor present. The National Color is given the honor
position and is carried on marching, at the right of position and is carried on marching, at the right of
positional and organizational colors. The positional and organizational colors. The
organizational color of the senior headquarters organizational color of the senior headquarters
sponsoring the ceremony is carried to the left of sponsoring the ceremony is carried to the left of
the Major Service flag. The Colors belonging to the the Major Service flag. The Colors belonging to the
headquarters conducting the ceremonies are headquarters conducting the ceremonies are
positioned in line with and centered on the positioned in line with and centered on the
command. Subordinate Color-bearing command. Subordinate Color-bearing
organizations ordinarily carry only their organizations ordinarily carry only their
organizational colors (four steps to the rear of their organizational colors (four steps to the rear of their
staff).staff).

238. THE COLORS AND COLOR Cont.THE COLORS AND COLOR Cont.
h.h.When the formation of the Colors is en When the formation of the Colors is en
masse, the National Color is placed in front masse, the National Color is placed in front
and at the center of the Color guards. The and at the center of the Color guards. The
organizational colors are placed organizational colors are placed
immediately behind the National Color and immediately behind the National Color and
arranged according to the seniority of the arranged according to the seniority of the
units participating in the ceremony.units participating in the ceremony.

239. 4.34.3 SALUTES SALUTES
a.a.The National Color renders no salute (dip).The National Color renders no salute (dip).
b.b.The organizational color salutes (dips) in all The organizational color salutes (dips) in all
military ceremonies while the military ceremonies while the National National
Anthem, To the ColorAnthem, To the Color, or a foreign , or a foreign
national anthem is being played, and when national anthem is being played, and when
rendering honors to the organizational rendering honors to the organizational
commander, an individual of higher grade commander, an individual of higher grade
including foreign dignitaries of higher including foreign dignitaries of higher
grade, and in other cases specified.grade, and in other cases specified.
c.c.When marching, organizational colors When marching, organizational colors
salute six steps before the person entitled salute six steps before the person entitled
to the salute. They are returned to the carry to the salute. They are returned to the carry
position six steps after the person.position six steps after the person.

240. 4.44.4 COLOR GUARD COLOR GUARD
a.a.The Color Guard consists of two sergeants and two The Color Guard consists of two sergeants and two
privates. To be selected as a member of the Color privates. To be selected as a member of the Color
Guard is an honor. The Senior (Color) Sergeant Guard is an honor. The Senior (Color) Sergeant
carries the National Color and commands the carries the National Color and commands the
Color Guard. He gives the necessary commands for Color Guard. He gives the necessary commands for
the movements and for rendering honors.the movements and for rendering honors.
b.b.When battalions or brigades carry their When battalions or brigades carry their
organizational colors in a ceremony as part of a organizational colors in a ceremony as part of a
larger command, the battalion or brigade color is larger command, the battalion or brigade color is
carried four steps to the rear of the staff. A carried four steps to the rear of the staff. A
sergeant acts as Color bearer and two experienced sergeant acts as Color bearer and two experienced
privates, selected by the battalion or brigade privates, selected by the battalion or brigade
command Sergeant Major, act as members of the command Sergeant Major, act as members of the
Color Guard.Color Guard.

241. COLOR GUARD Cont.COLOR GUARD Cont.
c.c.The Color guards are formed and marched in one rank at The Color guards are formed and marched in one rank at
close interval, the bearer in the center. They do not close interval, the bearer in the center. They do not
execute Rear March or About Face. The Color guards execute Rear March or About Face. The Color guards
march at the Right Shoulder Arms and execute facing march at the Right Shoulder Arms and execute facing
movements by wheeling to the right or left. The movements by wheeling to the right or left. The
command for a facing movement is, command for a facing movement is, IKOT SA KANAN IKOT SA KANAN
(KALIWA), NA(KALIWA), NA.. To execute a wheeling movement, the To execute a wheeling movement, the
guard nearest the direction of the turn serves as the pivot guard nearest the direction of the turn serves as the pivot
point and executes the movement by marching in place point and executes the movement by marching in place
and simultaneously turning in the new direction. Other and simultaneously turning in the new direction. Other
members shorten their steps and turn in an arc keeping members shorten their steps and turn in an arc keeping
abreast of each other to maintain alignment. When the abreast of each other to maintain alignment. When the
movement has been completed, each member movement has been completed, each member
automatically marches in place until the command automatically marches in place until the command TILAP, TILAP,
TOTO or or PASULONG, KADPASULONG, KAD is given. is given.

242. COLOR GUARD Cont.COLOR GUARD Cont.
d.d.When passing in review, the Color guards execute When passing in review, the Color guards execute
Eyes Right at the prescribed saluting distance on the Eyes Right at the prescribed saluting distance on the
command of the Color sergeant. The commands are command of the Color sergeant. The commands are
HANDA TINGIN SA KANAN, NAHANDA TINGIN SA KANAN, NA and and HANDA RAPHANDA RAP. The . The
organizational color salutes at the command organizational color salutes at the command NA,NA, and and
resumes the carry position at the command resumes the carry position at the command RAPRAP. The . The
guard on the right flank of the Color Guard does not guard on the right flank of the Color Guard does not
execute Eyes Right.execute Eyes Right.
e.e.During ceremonies, the color guards remain at Right During ceremonies, the color guards remain at Right
Shoulder Arms except when presenting arms.Shoulder Arms except when presenting arms.
f.f.When not participating in a ceremony and a situation When not participating in a ceremony and a situation
that warrants a salute by the organizational color that warrants a salute by the organizational color
occurs, the Color Sergeant commands occurs, the Color Sergeant commands PUGAY, PUGAY,
WATAWATWATAWAT. The return to the carry is made at the . The return to the carry is made at the
command command HANDA DALA, WATAWAT.HANDA DALA, WATAWAT.

243. COLOR GUARD Cont.COLOR GUARD Cont.
g.g.When in formation with the Color Company, and When in formation with the Color Company, and
not during a ceremony, the Color bearers execute not during a ceremony, the Color bearers execute
at ease and rest, keeping the staff of the Colors at ease and rest, keeping the staff of the Colors
vertical. The Color guards execute the Right vertical. The Color guards execute the Right
Shoulder, Order Arms, and Present Arms with the Shoulder, Order Arms, and Present Arms with the
Color company. During ceremonies when the Color company. During ceremonies when the
Colors are not forward and remarks are to be Colors are not forward and remarks are to be
made, the Color guards and Color bearers execute made, the Color guards and Color bearers execute
Order Arms and Parade Rest on command of the Order Arms and Parade Rest on command of the
Color Company Commander. During any ceremony Color Company Commander. During any ceremony
when the units are At Ease, the Color guards and when the units are At Ease, the Color guards and
Color bearers are at Parade Rest.Color bearers are at Parade Rest.
h.h.The uniform for color guards should be the same The uniform for color guards should be the same
as that of the prescribed for participating troops.as that of the prescribed for participating troops.

244. 4.54.5RECEIVING OR DISMISSING THE RECEIVING OR DISMISSING THE
COLORS BY THE COLOR GUARDCOLORS BY THE COLOR GUARD
a.a.When receiving uncased Colors on display in the When receiving uncased Colors on display in the
commander’s office, the Color Sergeant commands commander’s office, the Color Sergeant commands
TANGHAL, TATANGHAL, TA and and HANDA, RAPHANDA, RAP. Upon completion of . Upon completion of
Order Arms, the Color bearers (without command) Order Arms, the Color bearers (without command)
secure the Colors. The Color Guard files outside secure the Colors. The Color Guard files outside
(guard, National Color, organizational color, guard) (guard, National Color, organizational color, guard)
and reforms in a line formation. The Color guards and reforms in a line formation. The Color guards
execute Right Shoulder Arms and the Color bearers execute Right Shoulder Arms and the Color bearers
assume the carry position.assume the carry position.
b.b.To dismiss the Colors, the procedures are basically To dismiss the Colors, the procedures are basically
the same except that the Colors are placed back in the same except that the Colors are placed back in
their stands before executing Present Arms.their stands before executing Present Arms.

245. MANUAL FOR THE COLOR MANUAL FOR THE COLOR
BEARER/GUARDBEARER/GUARD

246. 4.64.6 ORGANIZATIONAL ORGANIZATIONAL
 The Color Guard consists of five men. The most The Color Guard consists of five men. The most
senior man is the Color Sergeant (officer) who senior man is the Color Sergeant (officer) who
commands the guards. The next two senior men commands the guards. The next two senior men
are the color bearers, and the two other men, are the color bearers, and the two other men,
junior to the color bearers, are the color guards. junior to the color bearers, are the color guards.
The two color bearers are unarmed, and the color The two color bearers are unarmed, and the color
guards carry either pistols or rifles. The senior color guards carry either pistols or rifles. The senior color
bearer carries the National Colors, and the junior bearer carries the National Colors, and the junior
color bearer carries the organizational colors. color bearer carries the organizational colors.
When only the National Colors is carried, the Color When only the National Colors is carried, the Color
Guard will have one-color bearer. When Guard will have one-color bearer. When
organizational colors are carried with the National organizational colors are carried with the National
Colors, extra color bearers are added in order of Colors, extra color bearers are added in order of
color precedence: color precedence: PHIL ARMY, PHIL AIR FORCE, PHIL ARMY, PHIL AIR FORCE,
PHIL NAVY, PHIL MARINE CORPS.PHIL NAVY, PHIL MARINE CORPS.

247. 4.74.7 FORMATION FORMATION

The Color guards are formed and marched in The Color guards are formed and marched in
one rank at close interval. The National Color bearer one rank at close interval. The National Color bearer
is ALWAYS ON THE RIGHT, with the organizational is ALWAYS ON THE RIGHT, with the organizational
color bearer to his left, and the color guard on each color bearer to his left, and the color guard on each
side. The Color Guard does not execute to the Rear side. The Color Guard does not execute to the Rear
March, facing movements, flanking or color March, facing movements, flanking or color
movement, or fix bayonets. When any such movement, or fix bayonets. When any such
commands are executed by the unit to which the commands are executed by the unit to which the
Color Guard is attached, except fix bayonets, the Color Guard is attached, except fix bayonets, the
senior color bearer orders an appropriate senior color bearer orders an appropriate
movement to bring his guard to proper position.movement to bring his guard to proper position.

The Color Guard then executes The Color Guard then executes PALUWAGPALUWAG and and
PAHINGAPAHINGA with the Color Company (battalion). with the Color Company (battalion).
However there is no prescribed position of At Ease However there is no prescribed position of At Ease
or Rest for the Color Guard. When such commands or Rest for the Color Guard. When such commands
are given to the Color Company (Battalion), the are given to the Color Company (Battalion), the
Color Guard executes Color Guard executes TIKAS, PAHINGA.TIKAS, PAHINGA.

248. 4.84.8 MANUAL OF THE COLORS MANUAL OF THE COLORS
a.a.Order Color - Order Color - At Order color, the lower ferrule At Order color, the lower ferrule
rest on the deck, touching the outside edge of rest on the deck, touching the outside edge of
your shoes just opposite your little toe. The staff your shoes just opposite your little toe. The staff
is grasped in the “V” formed by the thumb and is grasped in the “V” formed by the thumb and
fingers of your right hands, back of the hand to fingers of your right hands, back of the hand to
the right front. Your right elbow should be close the right front. Your right elbow should be close
to your side so the forearm will help support the to your side so the forearm will help support the
staff. The staff rests in the hollow of your right staff. The staff rests in the hollow of your right
shoulder in a vertical position. The flat side of the shoulder in a vertical position. The flat side of the
spearhead is toward the front. The rest of your spearhead is toward the front. The rest of your
body is at attention. Color guards armed with the body is at attention. Color guards armed with the
rifle are at Order Arms (both rifles at the right rifle are at Order Arms (both rifles at the right
side) when the Colors are at the order.side) when the Colors are at the order.

249. MANUAL OF THE COLORS Cont.MANUAL OF THE COLORS Cont.
b.b.Carry Color from Order Color Carry Color from Order Color - The command is - The command is HANDA HANDA
DALA, WATAWAT.DALA, WATAWAT. On the command, On the command, HANDA DALAHANDA DALA, change , change
the grasp on the staff so as to grasp it from the rear the grasp on the staff so as to grasp it from the rear
between the thumb and fingers of the right hand, fingers between the thumb and fingers of the right hand, fingers
joined and wrapped around the staff. On the command of joined and wrapped around the staff. On the command of
execution, execution, WATAWAT,WATAWAT, raise the staff smartly with your right raise the staff smartly with your right
hand to a point where the lower ferrule is just above the hand to a point where the lower ferrule is just above the
sling socket. Grasp the staff just above the lower ferrule sling socket. Grasp the staff just above the lower ferrule
with your left hand to steady it. Seat the lower ferrule in with your left hand to steady it. Seat the lower ferrule in
the sling socket. As the ferrule is seated, allow the right the sling socket. As the ferrule is seated, allow the right
hand to slide down the staff to a point where your thumb is hand to slide down the staff to a point where your thumb is
directly in front of your chin. Grasp the staff firmly with the directly in front of your chin. Grasp the staff firmly with the
right hand and return the left hand to the left side. The right hand and return the left hand to the left side. The
right arm should be parallel to the deck, with the staff right arm should be parallel to the deck, with the staff
inclined slightly forward. Color Guards armed with rifles inclined slightly forward. Color Guards armed with rifles
execute Right and Left Shoulder Arms on the command execute Right and Left Shoulder Arms on the command
WATAWATWATAWAT so that the rifles are on the outboard shoulder. so that the rifles are on the outboard shoulder.

250. MANUAL OF THE COLORS Cont.MANUAL OF THE COLORS Cont.
c.c.Order Color from Carry Color -Order Color from Carry Color - The The
command is command is BABA, WATAWAT.BABA, WATAWAT. On the On the
preparatory command, preparatory command, BABA,BABA, grasp the staff grasp the staff
just above the sling socket and remove the just above the sling socket and remove the
ferrule. On the command of execution, ferrule. On the command of execution,
WATAWAT,WATAWAT, lower the ferrule to a point above lower the ferrule to a point above
the deck along the outside of the right shoe, the deck along the outside of the right shoe,
releasing the left hand and regrasping above releasing the left hand and regrasping above
the right. Relax the right hand so the staff the right. Relax the right hand so the staff
will slide down between the thumb and will slide down between the thumb and
fingers. Then change the position of the color fingers. Then change the position of the color
and right hand as it is held at order color and and right hand as it is held at order color and
smartly return the left hand to the left side.smartly return the left hand to the left side.

251. MANUAL OF THE COLORS Cont.MANUAL OF THE COLORS Cont.
d.d.Present Color from Order Color - Present Color from Order Color - The command is The command is
TANGHAL, WATAWATTANGHAL, WATAWAT. On the preparatory command, . On the preparatory command,
TANGHAL,TANGHAL, change the grasp of the right hand on the staff so change the grasp of the right hand on the staff so
as to grasp it firmly from the rear between the thumb and as to grasp it firmly from the rear between the thumb and
fingers joined and wrapped around the staff. At the same fingers joined and wrapped around the staff. At the same
time, the National Color bearer will raise the staff smartly time, the National Color bearer will raise the staff smartly
with the right hand to a point where the lower ferrule is just with the right hand to a point where the lower ferrule is just
above the sling socket. Grasp the staff with the left hand just above the sling socket. Grasp the staff with the left hand just
above the lower ferrule to steady it. Seat the lower ferrule in above the lower ferrule to steady it. Seat the lower ferrule in
the sling socket, allowing the right hand to slide down the the sling socket, allowing the right hand to slide down the
staff so the right thumb is in front of the chin, and grasp the staff so the right thumb is in front of the chin, and grasp the
staff firmly with the right hand. The right arm is parallel to staff firmly with the right hand. The right arm is parallel to
the deck, staff inclined slightly forward. On the command of the deck, staff inclined slightly forward. On the command of
execution, execution, TATA, the organizational color bearer will execute , the organizational color bearer will execute
the same movements as the National Color bearer. Both the same movements as the National Color bearer. Both
color bearers will then return their left hand to the left side. color bearers will then return their left hand to the left side.
The Color guards execute Present Arms (Hand Salute if The Color guards execute Present Arms (Hand Salute if
armed with the pistol) on the command of armed with the pistol) on the command of TANGHAL, TA.TANGHAL, TA.

252. MANUAL OF THE COLORS Cont.MANUAL OF THE COLORS Cont.
e.e.Dipping of the Organizational Colors while at Present Dipping of the Organizational Colors while at Present
Arms -Arms -Organizational Colors are dipped during the Organizational Colors are dipped during the
playing of the National Anthem, morning and evening playing of the National Anthem, morning and evening
colors, ruffles and flourishes, General or Admiral’s March colors, ruffles and flourishes, General or Admiral’s March
and gun salutes. and gun salutes. THE NATIONAL COLOR DOES NOT DIP.THE NATIONAL COLOR DOES NOT DIP.
Dipping the color is executed on the first note of the Dipping the color is executed on the first note of the
music by smartly extending the arm(s) to the front, music by smartly extending the arm(s) to the front,
lowering the staff. It is terminated on the last note of the lowering the staff. It is terminated on the last note of the
music or following the last round of the gun salute by music or following the last round of the gun salute by
smartly raising the staff so the right thumb is directly in smartly raising the staff so the right thumb is directly in
front of the chin and the staff is inclined slightly to the front of the chin and the staff is inclined slightly to the
front.front.
f.f.Order Color from Present Color - Order Color from Present Color - The command isThe command is BABA, BABA,
WATAWATWATAWAT. On the command of execution, . On the command of execution, WATAWATWATAWAT, ,
come to the position of Order Color as previously come to the position of Order Color as previously
described. The color guards execute arms on the described. The color guards execute arms on the
command of Order Arms.command of Order Arms.

253. MANUAL OF THE COLORS Cont.MANUAL OF THE COLORS Cont.
g.g.Rests With the Color - Rests With the Color - The color bearer and color guards The color bearer and color guards
utilize the position of Parade Rest in lieu of At Ease or utilize the position of Parade Rest in lieu of At Ease or
Rest. The command is given only when at Order Color, Rest. The command is given only when at Order Color,
given by the senior color bearer or the Commander of the given by the senior color bearer or the Commander of the
Color Company (battalion). It is executed in one count. On Color Company (battalion). It is executed in one count. On
the command of execution the command of execution PAHINGA,PAHINGA, smartly place the smartly place the
left foot twelve inches to the left of the right foot, heels on left foot twelve inches to the left of the right foot, heels on
line, legs straight without stiffness, weight on both legs. line, legs straight without stiffness, weight on both legs.
At the same time, place your left hand at the small of the At the same time, place your left hand at the small of the
back, just below the belt. The fingers are extended and back, just below the belt. The fingers are extended and
joined. The thumb is along the hand and the palm is to joined. The thumb is along the hand and the palm is to
the rear. The elbow will be on line with your body. Color the rear. The elbow will be on line with your body. Color
guards execute Parade Rest as prescribed for the manner guards execute Parade Rest as prescribed for the manner
in which they are armed. On the command of execution, in which they are armed. On the command of execution,
HUMANDA,HUMANDA, they will resume the position of Order Color they will resume the position of Order Color
(Order Arms for the Color Guard).(Order Arms for the Color Guard).

254. MANUAL OF THE COLORS Cont.MANUAL OF THE COLORS Cont.
h.h.Eyes Right (Left) from Order or Carry Colors - Eyes Right (Left) from Order or Carry Colors - The The
command is command is HANDA KANAN (KALIWA) TINGIN, NA.HANDA KANAN (KALIWA) TINGIN, NA. It is It is
executed only when halted at Order Color or marching at executed only when halted at Order Color or marching at
Carry Color. The right (left) man in the Color Guard or the Carry Color. The right (left) man in the Color Guard or the
National Color bearer, does not execute this command.National Color bearer, does not execute this command.
1. While Halted at Order Color - 1. While Halted at Order Color - On the command of On the command of
execution, execution, TINGIN,TINGIN, smartly turn the head and eyes to the smartly turn the head and eyes to the
right (left) 45 degrees.right (left) 45 degrees.
2. While Marching at Carry Color -2. While Marching at Carry Color -Both the Both the
preparatory command and the command of execution preparatory command and the command of execution
will be given as the right (left) foot strikes the deck. On the will be given as the right (left) foot strikes the deck. On the
command of execution, command of execution, TINGIN,TINGIN, turn the head and eyes turn the head and eyes
to the right (left) 45 degrees as the left (right) foot strikes to the right (left) 45 degrees as the left (right) foot strikes
the deck. If the person being saluted is entitled to a the deck. If the person being saluted is entitled to a
salute by the organizational color, the organizational salute by the organizational color, the organizational
color bearer also lowers the staff smartly to the front by color bearer also lowers the staff smartly to the front by
straightening the right arm.straightening the right arm.

255. MANUAL OF THE COLORS Cont.MANUAL OF THE COLORS Cont.
i.i.Order or Carry Colors from Eyes Right (Left)Order or Carry Colors from Eyes Right (Left)
1. While Halted at Order Color- 1. While Halted at Order Color- During a During a
review, when the reviewing officer troops the line, review, when the reviewing officer troops the line,
the command, the command, HANDA, RAP,HANDA, RAP, is not given. Each is not given. Each
member of the Color Guard executing Eyes Right member of the Color Guard executing Eyes Right
(Left) will follow the progress of the reviewing (Left) will follow the progress of the reviewing
officer with his head and eyes until they are at the officer with his head and eyes until they are at the
front, at which time the movement is terminated.front, at which time the movement is terminated.
2. While Marching at Carry Color - 2. While Marching at Carry Color - The The
command is command is HANDA RAP.HANDA RAP. Both the preparatory Both the preparatory
command and the command of execution will be command and the command of execution will be
given as the left (right) foot strikes the deck. On given as the left (right) foot strikes the deck. On
the command of execution, the command of execution, RAP,RAP, smartly turn the smartly turn the
head and eyes to the front as the right (left) foot head and eyes to the front as the right (left) foot
strikes the deck. If the organizational color bearer strikes the deck. If the organizational color bearer
lowered the organizational color he will smartly lowered the organizational color he will smartly
raise the staff up as he turns his head to the front.raise the staff up as he turns his head to the front.

256. 4.94.9MOVEMENT OF COLOR GUARDMOVEMENT OF COLOR GUARD
 To face the color guard to the right or left, the To face the color guard to the right or left, the
command iscommand is PIHIT SA KANAN (KALIWA), KAD. PIHIT SA KANAN (KALIWA), KAD. It may It may
be executed while halted, marking time or be executed while halted, marking time or
marching. On the command of executionmarching. On the command of execution, KAD,, KAD,
with the right (left) flank man acting as a stationary with the right (left) flank man acting as a stationary
pivot, the Color Guard inclines to the right (left) pivot, the Color Guard inclines to the right (left)
until they face the new direction. To face the Color until they face the new direction. To face the Color
Guard to the rear, the command is Guard to the rear, the command is WATAWAT, WATAWAT,
PALIT LUNAN,PALIT LUNAN, and and KAD.KAD. It may be given while It may be given while
halted, marking time or marching. When marking halted, marking time or marching. When marking
time or marching, the command is given as the left time or marching, the command is given as the left
foot strikes the deck. The Color Guard then takes foot strikes the deck. The Color Guard then takes
one more step at mark time, or forward, and then one more step at mark time, or forward, and then
executes the following movements:executes the following movements:

257. MOVEMENT OF COLOR GUARD MOVEMENT OF COLOR GUARD
Cont.Cont.
1.1.The right flank color guard takes two steps forward, faces to the left The right flank color guard takes two steps forward, faces to the left
marching, taking one full step and three half steps, faces to the left marching, taking one full step and three half steps, faces to the left
marching, and takes two steps in the new direction. He marks time marching, and takes two steps in the new direction. He marks time
until all are abreast.until all are abreast.
2.2.The senior color bearer faces to the left marching, taking one full The senior color bearer faces to the left marching, taking one full
step, and faces to the left while marking time. He marks time until all step, and faces to the left while marking time. He marks time until all
are abreast.are abreast.
3.3.The junior color bearer takes one step forward, faces to the right The junior color bearer takes one step forward, faces to the right
marching, takes one full step and one step that places the left foot marching, takes one full step and one step that places the left foot
directly beside the right, faces to the right marching and takes one directly beside the right, faces to the right marching and takes one
step in the new direction with the right foot. He then marks time until step in the new direction with the right foot. He then marks time until
all are abreast.all are abreast.
4.4.The left flank color guard takes one step forward, faces to the right as The left flank color guard takes one step forward, faces to the right as
in marching, taking one full step and three half steps, faces to the in marching, taking one full step and three half steps, faces to the
right marching, and takes one step in the new direction. He marks right marching, and takes one step in the new direction. He marks
time until all are abreast.time until all are abreast.
5.5.Upon completion of movement by the color guards, they mark time Upon completion of movement by the color guards, they mark time
until the senior color bearer commandsuntil the senior color bearer commands, WATAWAT, HINTO, WATAWAT, HINTO or or
PASULONG, KADPASULONG, KAD..

258. 4.104.10RECEIVING THE COLORSRECEIVING THE COLORS
1.1.The company is marched to the front of the The company is marched to the front of the
Battalion Headquarters, in column, and the Battalion Headquarters, in column, and the
Company Commander commands, Company Commander commands, BALANGAY, BALANGAY,
HINTO; BABA, TA; HARAP SA KALIWA, RAP.HINTO; BABA, TA; HARAP SA KALIWA, RAP.
2.2.The Company Commander commands the Color The Company Commander commands the Color
Guard Guard TANGGAPIN ANG MGA WATAWAT.TANGGAPIN ANG MGA WATAWAT.
3.3.The Color Guard marches within three paces from The Color Guard marches within three paces from
the Battalion Adjutant and Sergeant Major, halts, the Battalion Adjutant and Sergeant Major, halts,
and executes Order Arms upon the command of and executes Order Arms upon the command of
the senior color bearer.the senior color bearer.
4.4.When the Adjutant is ready to deliver the Colors, When the Adjutant is ready to deliver the Colors,
the senior color bearer orders the senior color bearer orders TANGHAL, TA.TANGHAL, TA. On On
the command of execution, the command of execution, TATA, the color bearers , the color bearers
execute Hand Salute.execute Hand Salute.

259. RECEIVING THE COLORS Cont.RECEIVING THE COLORS Cont.
5.5.The Adjutant steps to his left oblique and transfers the The Adjutant steps to his left oblique and transfers the
National Color to the senior color bearer, who terminates National Color to the senior color bearer, who terminates
his salute in time to receive the Color at the position of his salute in time to receive the Color at the position of
Carry Color. The Adjutant then steps back to his original Carry Color. The Adjutant then steps back to his original
position and salutes.position and salutes.
6.6.Upon the Adjutant’s salute, the Sergeant Major steps to Upon the Adjutant’s salute, the Sergeant Major steps to
his right oblique and transfers the organizational color to his right oblique and transfers the organizational color to
the junior color bearer who has terminated his salute with the junior color bearer who has terminated his salute with
the senior color bearer. The junior color bearer receives the senior color bearer. The junior color bearer receives
the Color at the position of Carry Color. The Sergeant the Color at the position of Carry Color. The Sergeant
Major then steps back to his original position and salutes.Major then steps back to his original position and salutes.
7.7.When the Sergeant Major salutes, the senior color bearer When the Sergeant Major salutes, the senior color bearer
commands commands BABA, TA.BABA, TA. The Adjutant and Sergeant Major The Adjutant and Sergeant Major
terminate their salutes as the Color Guard executes Order terminate their salutes as the Color Guard executes Order
Arms.Arms.
8.8.The Color Guard executes Carry Colors, and the senior The Color Guard executes Carry Colors, and the senior
color bearer then marches the Color Guard to the Color color bearer then marches the Color Guard to the Color
Company.Company.

260. RECEIVING THE COLORS Cont.RECEIVING THE COLORS Cont.
9.9.The Color Guard approaches and halts 10 The Color Guard approaches and halts 10
paces in front of and facing the Company paces in front of and facing the Company
Commander. It then executes Order Color.Commander. It then executes Order Color.
10.10.The Company Commander faces about and The Company Commander faces about and
orders orders TANGHAL, TA,TANGHAL, TA, faces about again, and faces about again, and
salutes. The Color Guard executes salutes. The Color Guard executes
TANGHAL, TATANGHAL, TA (Hand Salute if armed with (Hand Salute if armed with
pistols) with the Company then the color pistols) with the Company then the color
bearer executes Carry Color.bearer executes Carry Color.
11.11.The Company Commander terminates his The Company Commander terminates his
salute, faces about and commands salute, faces about and commands BABA, BABA,
TA;TA; the Color Guard executes Order Color as the Color Guard executes Order Color as
the Company terminates its Present Arms.the Company terminates its Present Arms.

261. RECEIVING THE COLORS Cont.RECEIVING THE COLORS Cont.
The Company Commander faces about and The Company Commander faces about and
orders orders MGA WATAWAT, SUMALUNAN.MGA WATAWAT, SUMALUNAN. When When
the Color Company is in column, the post of the Color Company is in column, the post of
the guard is six paces behind it.the guard is six paces behind it.
When the Color Company joins the battalion, When the Color Company joins the battalion,
the Color Guard takes its appropriate post in the Color Guard takes its appropriate post in
the battalion formation. When the Color the battalion formation. When the Color
Battalion joins the regiment, the Color Guard Battalion joins the regiment, the Color Guard
takes its appropriate post in the regimental takes its appropriate post in the regimental
formation.formation.

When in formation, the Color Guard executes When in formation, the Color Guard executes
At Ease and rests with the Color Company.At Ease and rests with the Color Company.

262. 4.114.11RETURNING THE COLORSRETURNING THE COLORS
1.1.The company is halted in front of the Battalion The company is halted in front of the Battalion
Headquarters in line. The company commander Headquarters in line. The company commander
commands, commands, BABA, TA; HARAP SA KALIWA, RAPBABA, TA; HARAP SA KALIWA, RAP..
2.2.The Company Commander gives the command, The Company Commander gives the command,
IRETIRO ANG MGA WATAWAT.IRETIRO ANG MGA WATAWAT.
3.3.The guard marches from his post and halts 10 The guard marches from his post and halts 10
paces in front facing the Company Commander. paces in front facing the Company Commander.
They then execute Order Arms.They then execute Order Arms.
4.4.The company then executes Present Arms in the The company then executes Present Arms in the
same manner previously described.same manner previously described.
5.5.The senior color bearer marches and halts the The senior color bearer marches and halts the
guard three paces in front of the Adjutant and guard three paces in front of the Adjutant and
Sergeant Major, who have taken positions near Sergeant Major, who have taken positions near
the office or quarters of the organizational the office or quarters of the organizational
commander in time to receive the colors. The commander in time to receive the colors. The
guards remain at Carry Colors.guards remain at Carry Colors.

263. RETURNING THE COLORSRETURNING THE COLORS
6.6.When the Color Guard halts, the Adjutant and Sergeant When the Color Guard halts, the Adjutant and Sergeant
Major salute. The Sergeant Major steps to his right oblique Major salute. The Sergeant Major steps to his right oblique
and receives the organizational color from the junior color and receives the organizational color from the junior color
bearer. He then steps back to his original position.bearer. He then steps back to his original position.
7.7.When the Sergeant Major is back in his position, the When the Sergeant Major is back in his position, the
adjutant step to his left oblique and receives the National adjutant step to his left oblique and receives the National
Color from the senior color bearer. He then steps back to Color from the senior color bearer. He then steps back to
his original position.his original position.
8.8.When the Adjutant is in position, the senior color bearer When the Adjutant is in position, the senior color bearer
commands, commands, TANGHAL, TATANGHAL, TA. On the command of execution, . On the command of execution,
TATA, the Adjutant and Sergeant Major face about and march , the Adjutant and Sergeant Major face about and march
to the office or quarter of the Commanding Officer, where to the office or quarter of the Commanding Officer, where
they deposit the colors without further ceremony. they deposit the colors without further ceremony.
9.9.When the colors are out of sight or six paces away, the When the colors are out of sight or six paces away, the
senior color bearer commands senior color bearer commands BABABABA, , TATA and marches and marches
them back to the Color Company. The Company them back to the Color Company. The Company
Commander marches the company back to its area.Commander marches the company back to its area.

265. OBJECTIVEOBJECTIVE
TO ORIENT THE STUDENTS THE BASIC TO ORIENT THE STUDENTS THE BASIC
MILITARY KNOWLEDGE AND MILITARY KNOWLEDGE AND
UNDERSTANDING OF WHAT IS GUARD UNDERSTANDING OF WHAT IS GUARD
MOUNTINGMOUNTING

266. SCOPE/AGENDASCOPE/AGENDA

INFORMAL GUARD MOUNTING:INFORMAL GUARD MOUNTING:

SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIESSEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES

FORMAL GUARD MOUNTING: FORMAL GUARD MOUNTING:

SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIESSEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES

NORMAL GUARD MOUNTING:NORMAL GUARD MOUNTING:

GENERALGENERAL

ORGANIZATIONORGANIZATION

FORMATIONFORMATION

PROCEDUREPROCEDURE

267. CEREMONIAL GUARD MOUNTINGCEREMONIAL GUARD MOUNTING

268. Fig 1: Legend for Formation of Fig 1: Legend for Formation of
GuardsGuards

269. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIESSEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES

a.a.The Sergeant of the Guard forms the The Sergeant of the Guard forms the
guard by commanding guard by commanding HUMANAYHUMANAY.. The Relief The Relief
Commander falls in so that the guard is Commander falls in so that the guard is
three steps in front and centered on the three steps in front and centered on the
Sergeant of the Guard. Each relief forms at Sergeant of the Guard. Each relief forms at
normal interval to the left of its respective normal interval to the left of its respective
commander, sentinels form in the order of commander, sentinels form in the order of
their assigned post (one, two, three, etc.), their assigned post (one, two, three, etc.),
the Sergeant of the Guard orders inspection the Sergeant of the Guard orders inspection
of arms by the commands of arms by the commands SIYASAT TA, AGAP SIYASAT TA, AGAP
TA, BABA TATA, BABA TA ( (Fig 2Fig 2).).

270. Fig 2: Formation for Informal Guard Fig 2: Formation for Informal Guard
MountingMounting

271. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

b.b.If an officer has been detailed as If an officer has been detailed as
Commander of the Guard, the Sergeant of Commander of the Guard, the Sergeant of
the Guard faces about and reports the Guard faces about and reports ““Nandito Nandito
na pong lahatna pong lahat.”.” Salutes are exchanged. After Salutes are exchanged. After
completing the report, the Sergeant of the completing the report, the Sergeant of the
Guard faces about, faces half right in Guard faces about, faces half right in
marching, and marches by the most direct marching, and marches by the most direct
route to a position directly behind the route to a position directly behind the
Commander of the Third Relief at normal Commander of the Third Relief at normal
distance (distance (Fig 2Fig 2).).

272. Fig 2: Formation for Informal Guard Fig 2: Formation for Informal Guard
MountingMounting

273. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

c.c.If an officer has not been detailed as If an officer has not been detailed as
Commander of the Guard, the Sergeant of Commander of the Guard, the Sergeant of
the Guard takes three steps forward and the Guard takes three steps forward and
assumes the position of the Commander of assumes the position of the Commander of
the Guard (the Guard (Fig 2Fig 2).).

d.d.When the Officer of the Day arrives, the When the Officer of the Day arrives, the
Commander of the Guard reports Commander of the Guard reports “Narito na “Narito na
pong lahat.” pong lahat.” They exchange salutes.They exchange salutes.

274. Fig 2: Formation for Informal Guard Fig 2: Formation for Informal Guard
MountingMounting

275. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.
e.e.Marching to CenterMarching to Center
The Officer of the Day commands The Officer of the Day commands PINUNO AT MGA PINUNO AT MGA
KAWAL PUMAGITNA, KAD.KAWAL PUMAGITNA, KAD. On the command On the command
PUMAGITNAPUMAGITNA the Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) the Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO)
farthest to the rear commands the other NCOs farthest to the rear commands the other NCOs SA SA
KANANG BALIKAT, TAKANANG BALIKAT, TA. On the command . On the command KAD,KAD, the the
Commander of the Guard marches forward and Commander of the Guard marches forward and
halts three steps in front of the Officer of the Day. halts three steps in front of the Officer of the Day.
The NCOs march forward and execute column left The NCOs march forward and execute column left
without command when on a line three steps to without command when on a line three steps to
the rear of the Commander of the Guard. The NCO the rear of the Commander of the Guard. The NCO
in the rear commands the other NCOs to halt and in the rear commands the other NCOs to halt and
face to the right (at Right Shoulder Arms) when face to the right (at Right Shoulder Arms) when
they are centered on the Commander of the Guard they are centered on the Commander of the Guard
((Fig 3Fig 3).).

276. Fig 3:Fig 3:Marching to CenterMarching to Center

277. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

f.f. After the Commander of the Guard and the NCOs halt After the Commander of the Guard and the NCOs halt
and are in position, the Officer of the Day marches forward, and are in position, the Officer of the Day marches forward,
halts at normal distance in front of the Commander of the halts at normal distance in front of the Commander of the
Guard and designates PINUNO NG TANOD. He then faces half Guard and designates PINUNO NG TANOD. He then faces half
right in marching and marches around and to the rear of the right in marching and marches around and to the rear of the
Commander of the Guard. He halts at normal distance in front Commander of the Guard. He halts at normal distance in front
of the right flank NCO and designates SARHENTO NG TANOD. of the right flank NCO and designates SARHENTO NG TANOD.
He then faces half right in marching and marches around and He then faces half right in marching and marches around and
to the rear of the Commander of the Guard. He faces to the to the rear of the Commander of the Guard. He faces to the
right in marching, takes two steps, halts, executes a left face, right in marching, takes two steps, halts, executes a left face,
and designates PINUNO, PANGATLONG PAMALIT. He moves and designates PINUNO, PANGATLONG PAMALIT. He moves
to the remaining NCOs in the same manner and designates to the remaining NCOs in the same manner and designates
PINUNO PANGALAWANG PAMALIT and PINUNO UNANG PINUNO PANGALAWANG PAMALIT and PINUNO UNANG
PAMALIT. He then faces about, marches by the most direct PAMALIT. He then faces about, marches by the most direct
route to his post, halts and faces about again (route to his post, halts and faces about again (Fig 4Fig 4). If an ). If an
officer is not present as commander of the guard, the Officer officer is not present as commander of the guard, the Officer
of the Day designates the right flank NCO, PINUNO NG of the Day designates the right flank NCO, PINUNO NG
TANOD.TANOD.

278. Fig 4: Designation of PersonnelFig 4: Designation of Personnel

279. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

g.g.Return to PostReturn to Post

The Officer of the Day commands The Officer of the Day commands SUMALUNANSUMALUNAN. At . At
this command, the Commander of the Guard and this command, the Commander of the Guard and
NCO face about, march to their designated post, NCO face about, march to their designated post,
and halt without command. The Sergeant of the and halt without command. The Sergeant of the
Guard commands the relief commander to Guard commands the relief commander to BABA, BABA,
TATA and and HARAP SA LIKOD, RAPHARAP SA LIKOD, RAP. If an officer has not . If an officer has not
been detailed as Commander of the Guard, the been detailed as Commander of the Guard, the
First Relief Commander gives these commands (First Relief Commander gives these commands (Fig Fig
55).).

280. Fig 5: Return to PostsFig 5: Return to Posts

281. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

h.h. Inspecting the GuardInspecting the Guard

1)1) The Officer of the Day commands The Officer of the Day commands HUMANDA SA HUMANDA SA
PAGSISIYASAT. PAGSISIYASAT. At this command, the Commander of the At this command, the Commander of the
Guard, without saluting, faces about and commands Guard, without saluting, faces about and commands
PABUKANG TALUDTOD, NAPABUKANG TALUDTOD, NA. Ranks are opened and dressed. . Ranks are opened and dressed.
When the Commander of the Guard has taken his post, the When the Commander of the Guard has taken his post, the
Officer of the Day inspects the guard.Officer of the Day inspects the guard.

2)2) The Officer of the Day orders sentinels who are not The Officer of the Day orders sentinels who are not
presentable for guard to fall out and return to quarters. presentable for guard to fall out and return to quarters.
Supernumeraries, if any, replace the men who have fallen out.Supernumeraries, if any, replace the men who have fallen out.

After inspecting the guard, the Officer of the Day resumes his After inspecting the guard, the Officer of the Day resumes his
original position and commands original position and commands DALHIN ANG MGA TANOD SA DALHIN ANG MGA TANOD SA
BAHAY TANURANBAHAY TANURAN. . Salutes are exchanged. The Commander of Salutes are exchanged. The Commander of
the Guard faces to the left and commands the Guard faces to the left and commands LAPIT TALUDTOD, LAPIT TALUDTOD,
KADKAD.. He then moves to his position six steps in front of and He then moves to his position six steps in front of and
centered on the guard, faces the guard and commands centered on the guard, faces the guard and commands
HARAP SA KANAN, RAP; KANANG BALIKAT, TAHARAP SA KANAN, RAP; KANANG BALIKAT, TA.. He positions He positions
himself at the head of the left file at normal distance and himself at the head of the left file at normal distance and
marches the guard to the guardhouse.marches the guard to the guardhouse.

282. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.
i.i.Relieving the Old GuardRelieving the Old Guard
Before the new guard arrives at the guardhouse, Before the new guard arrives at the guardhouse,
the old guard is formed in a line formation with the old guard is formed in a line formation with
two or more reliefs. The Commander of the Old two or more reliefs. The Commander of the Old
Guard positions himself six steps in front of and Guard positions himself six steps in front of and
centered on the guard. When the new guard is six centered on the guard. When the new guard is six
steps from the left flank of the old guard, the steps from the left flank of the old guard, the
Commander of the New Guard commands Commander of the New Guard commands HANDA, HANDA,
TINGIN SA KANAN, NATINGIN SA KANAN, NA. He faces back to the front . He faces back to the front
and renders the proper salutes. When the new and renders the proper salutes. When the new
guard has cleared the right flank of the old guard, guard has cleared the right flank of the old guard,
the commander of the new guard commands the commander of the new guard commands
HANDA, RAPHANDA, RAP. The Commander of the Old Guard . The Commander of the Old Guard
faces about, commands faces about, commands BABA, TABABA, TA and faces back to and faces back to
the front.the front.

283. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

Formation of the Old Guard and the New Formation of the Old Guard and the New
Guard at the Guardhouse.Guard at the Guardhouse.
After the new guard executes After the new guard executes HANDA, RAPHANDA, RAP, ,
the Commander of the Guard commands the Commander of the Guard commands
KANANG PANIG, KADKANANG PANIG, KAD. At the command . At the command KADKAD
he positions himself six steps in the rear of he positions himself six steps in the rear of
and centered on his guard. He halts the and centered on his guard. He halts the
new guard when it is in line with and six new guard when it is in line with and six
steps to the right of the old guard. Then he steps to the right of the old guard. Then he
commands commands BABA, TA; HARAP SA LIKOD, BABA, TA; HARAP SA LIKOD,
RAPRAP. The left flank man, first relief, verifies . The left flank man, first relief, verifies
six steps interval, dress left dress. He aligns six steps interval, dress left dress. He aligns
his guard as shown in his guard as shown in Fig 6aFig 6a..

284. Fig 6.a : Formation of the Guard at Fig 6.a : Formation of the Guard at
the Guard Housethe Guard House

285. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

k.k.Presenting the New and the Old Presenting the New and the Old
GuardGuard

When the new guard is in position, the When the new guard is in position, the
commander of both guards face about and commander of both guards face about and
commands commands TANGHAL, TATANGHAL, TA. Then they face . Then they face
each other and exchange salutes, face each other and exchange salutes, face
toward their respective guards, command toward their respective guards, command
BABA, TABABA, TA, and face back to the front., and face back to the front.

286. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

l.l.Presenting the Guards to the Officer of the Presenting the Guards to the Officer of the
DayDay
–After the new guard has been presented to the old After the new guard has been presented to the old
guard, the new and old Officers of the Day take their guard, the new and old Officers of the Day take their
positions 18 steps in front of and centered on their positions 18 steps in front of and centered on their
respective guards. Commanders of both guards face respective guards. Commanders of both guards face
about, command about, command TANGHAL, TA;TANGHAL, TA; face back to the front face back to the front
and salute their respective officers of the day.and salute their respective officers of the day.
–After exchanging salutes, both commanders face about, After exchanging salutes, both commanders face about,
command command BABA, TABABA, TA and face back to the front. When and face back to the front. When
both have faced back to the front, the officers of the day both have faced back to the front, the officers of the day
face each other and the New Officer of the Day salutes face each other and the New Officer of the Day salutes
the Old Officer of the Day. After saluting each other, both the Old Officer of the Day. After saluting each other, both
officers of the day face their respective guards.officers of the day face their respective guards.

287. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

m.m. Disposition of the New and Old GuardsDisposition of the New and Old Guards

After both officers of the day have faced their guards, the New Officer of After both officers of the day have faced their guards, the New Officer of
the Day commands the Day commands ISALUNAN ANG UNANG PAMALIT.ISALUNAN ANG UNANG PAMALIT. The new The new
commander salutes the Officer of the Day, faces about, and commands commander salutes the Officer of the Day, faces about, and commands
TIWALAG.TIWALAG. The guard reports to the guardhouse and the Commander of The guard reports to the guardhouse and the Commander of
the Guard for instruction on posting his relief.the Guard for instruction on posting his relief.

The Old Officer of the Day commands The Old Officer of the Day commands TIWALAG ANG MGA TANOD.TIWALAG ANG MGA TANOD. The old The old
commander salutes the Old Officer of the Day, faces about and commander salutes the Old Officer of the Day, faces about and
commands commands PAHINGA.PAHINGA. He then contacts the new commander and conveys He then contacts the new commander and conveys
any instruction and others.any instruction and others.

(a)(a) If the old guard was furnished from one company, the If the old guard was furnished from one company, the
Commander of the Old Guard marches the guard to the company area Commander of the Old Guard marches the guard to the company area
and dismisses it by commanding and dismisses it by commanding SIYASAT,SIYASAT, TA; AGAP, TA; TIWALAG.TA; AGAP, TA; TIWALAG.

(b)(b) If the guard was furnished from more than one company, the If the guard was furnished from more than one company, the
commander of the old guard marches the guard detail to the company commander of the old guard marches the guard detail to the company
area and dismisses it, in accordance with the above.area and dismisses it, in accordance with the above.

(c)(c) After relieving the third relief of the old guard, the Commander of After relieving the third relief of the old guard, the Commander of
the Relief reports to the Commander of the Guard. The commander of the the Relief reports to the Commander of the Guard. The commander of the
new guard inspects the relief and orders the Relief Commander to march new guard inspects the relief and orders the Relief Commander to march
the relief to the company area and dismiss it. Salutes are exchanged. The the relief to the company area and dismiss it. Salutes are exchanged. The
relief is dismissed in accordance with the above.relief is dismissed in accordance with the above.


288. CEREMONIAL GUARD MOUNTINGCEREMONIAL GUARD MOUNTING

290. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIESSEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES
a. Assembly of Band a. Assembly of Band

The band takes its place on the parade The band takes its place on the parade
ground at a point where its left flank 12 ground at a point where its left flank 12
steps to the right of where the right flank steps to the right of where the right flank
of the guard will be. When the Adjutant is of the guard will be. When the Adjutant is
sure that the guard is ready to march onto sure that the guard is ready to march onto
the parade ground, he signals the band to the parade ground, he signals the band to
sound the Adjutant’s Call.sound the Adjutant’s Call.

291. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.
b. Assembly and Forming the Guardb. Assembly and Forming the Guard

The Guard Details are formed as prescribed in The Guard Details are formed as prescribed in
paragraph 5.1.1.b of Informal Guard Mountingparagraph 5.1.1.b of Informal Guard Mounting. .
When assembly sounds, each guard detail is When assembly sounds, each guard detail is
marched to the point of assembly of the parade marched to the point of assembly of the parade
ground and reports to the Sergeant of the Guard.ground and reports to the Sergeant of the Guard.

The Guard Details are assembled and formed into The Guard Details are assembled and formed into
a platoon. If there are more than 14 men per a platoon. If there are more than 14 men per
rank, the guard is divided into two platoons. rank, the guard is divided into two platoons.

The Assistant Sergeant of the Guard takes his The Assistant Sergeant of the Guard takes his
post three steps in front and centered on the post three steps in front and centered on the
second. The remaining NCOs, if any, form on the second. The remaining NCOs, if any, form on the
left flank to equalize the number of men in each left flank to equalize the number of men in each
rank. After the platoons are formed, the Sergeant rank. After the platoons are formed, the Sergeant
of the Guard faces the guard to the right.of the Guard faces the guard to the right.

292. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.
c. Marching the Guard to the Parade Groundc. Marching the Guard to the Parade Ground

Fig 6.b : Marching the Guard to the Parade GroundFig 6.b : Marching the Guard to the Parade Ground

Upon the Adjutant’s Call, the band plays march music. The Upon the Adjutant’s Call, the band plays march music. The
Adjutant, with the Sergeant Major on his left, marches Adjutant, with the Sergeant Major on his left, marches
forward on the first note of the music.forward on the first note of the music.

2)2) The Sergeant of the Guard takes his post three The Sergeant of the Guard takes his post three
steps to the left of the left file and centered on the guard. steps to the left of the left file and centered on the guard.
He commands He commands KANANG BALIKAT, TAKANANG BALIKAT, TA at the first note of at the first note of
the Adjutant’s Call and marches the guard in column onto the Adjutant’s Call and marches the guard in column onto
the parade ground. He approaches the parade ground the parade ground. He approaches the parade ground
from a direction near to the final line which the guard will from a direction near to the final line which the guard will
form. He halts the guard when the head of the column is form. He halts the guard when the head of the column is
12 steps from the left flank of the band and centered on 12 steps from the left flank of the band and centered on
the Sergeant major. At this time, the band stops playing. the Sergeant major. At this time, the band stops playing.
The Sergeant of the Guard faces to the right and, if The Sergeant of the Guard faces to the right and, if
appropriate commands appropriate commands BABA, TA; HARAP SA KALIWA, RAP.BABA, TA; HARAP SA KALIWA, RAP.

d.d. Dressing the GuardDressing the Guard

293. Fig 6.b : Marching the Guard to the Fig 6.b : Marching the Guard to the
Parade GroundParade Ground

294. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

d.d.Dressing the GuardDressing the Guard

The Sergeant of the Guard and the Assistant The Sergeant of the Guard and the Assistant
Sergeant of the Guard, if there are two Sergeant of the Guard, if there are two
platoons, dress the guard.platoons, dress the guard.

295. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.
e.e. Sergeant of the GuardSergeant of the Guard
–When the Sergeant of the Guard commands When the Sergeant of the Guard commands HANDA, HARAPHANDA, HARAP, the , the
Commander of the Guards positions himself six steps in the rear of Commander of the Guards positions himself six steps in the rear of
the right flank man of the rear flank. (If there are two platoons, the the right flank man of the rear flank. (If there are two platoons, the
Assistant Commander of the Guard takes his post behind the second Assistant Commander of the Guard takes his post behind the second
platoon in the same position as prescribed for the Commander of platoon in the same position as prescribed for the Commander of
the Guard.) The Sergeant of the Guard faces about and reports to the Guard.) The Sergeant of the Guard faces about and reports to
the Sergeant major, “the Sergeant major, “Lahat po’y narito” Lahat po’y narito” oror”__________ ang wala.””__________ ang wala.”
Salutes are exchanged and the Sergeant Major commands Salutes are exchanged and the Sergeant Major commands
SUMALUNAN.SUMALUNAN. The Sergeant of the Guard faces about, faces half right The Sergeant of the Guard faces about, faces half right
in marching, and marches to his post. He halts at normal distance in marching, and marches to his post. He halts at normal distance
directly behind the Commander of the Third Relief.directly behind the Commander of the Third Relief.
–If an Assistant Sergeant of the Guard is present, he executes the If an Assistant Sergeant of the Guard is present, he executes the
movement cited above at the command movement cited above at the command SUMALUNAN,SUMALUNAN, and posts and posts
himself directly behind the Commander of the Third Relief. The himself directly behind the Commander of the Third Relief. The
Sergeant of the Guard positions himself behind the Assistant Sergeant of the Guard positions himself behind the Assistant
Sergeant of the Guard at a normal distance Sergeant of the Guard at a normal distance (Fig 7(Fig 7).).

296. Fig 7: Formation of Two PlatoonsFig 7: Formation of Two Platoons

297. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

f.f.Sergeant Major’s ReportSergeant Major’s Report

1)1)After commanding After commanding SUMALUNANSUMALUNAN, the , the
Sergeant Major faces about and reports to the Sergeant Major faces about and reports to the
Adjutant, Adjutant, ““Lahat na po’y narito” Lahat na po’y narito” oror “______________ “______________
ang walaang wala””. They exchange salutes. The Sergeant . They exchange salutes. The Sergeant
Major faces about, marches to his post and halts at Major faces about, marches to his post and halts at
normal interval to the left of left flank men of the normal interval to the left of left flank men of the
first rank of the second platoon.first rank of the second platoon.

2)2)When the Sergeant Major has finished his When the Sergeant Major has finished his
report and has faced about, the Commander of the report and has faced about, the Commander of the
Guard marches from his position in the rear of the Guard marches from his position in the rear of the
guard around its right flank to his post six steps in guard around its right flank to his post six steps in
front of and centered on the guard. If there are two front of and centered on the guard. If there are two
platoons, the Assistant Commander of the Guard, if platoons, the Assistant Commander of the Guard, if
present, takes his post in front of the second present, takes his post in front of the second
platoon (platoon (Fig 7Fig 7).).

298. Fig 7: Formation of Two PlatoonsFig 7: Formation of Two Platoons

299. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

g.g.Marching to CenterMarching to Center

1)1)The Adjutant commands The Adjutant commands PINUNO (MGA PINUNO (MGA
PINUNO) AT PINUNONG HINDI HIRANG, NA.PINUNO) AT PINUNONG HINDI HIRANG, NA. The The
procedures for marching to center is the same as procedures for marching to center is the same as
in in paragraph 5.1.1.e of Informal Guard Mountingparagraph 5.1.1.e of Informal Guard Mounting
except that when there are two commanders of the except that when there are two commanders of the
guard, the senior is designated guard, the senior is designated “Punong Tanod”“Punong Tanod”
and the junior and the junior “Pangalawang Punong Tanod.”“Pangalawang Punong Tanod.”

2)2)If there are two Sergeants of the Guard, the If there are two Sergeants of the Guard, the
senior is designated TANDES NG TANOD and the senior is designated TANDES NG TANOD and the
junior PANGALAWANG TANDES NG TANOD. The junior PANGALAWANG TANDES NG TANOD. The
post of the Assistant Sergeant of the Guard is the post of the Assistant Sergeant of the Guard is the
position of the guide for the second platoon.position of the guide for the second platoon.

300. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

h.h.Return to PostReturn to Post

After returning to his post, the Adjutant After returning to his post, the Adjutant
commands commands SUMALUNAN.SUMALUNAN. Posts are taken as Posts are taken as
directed in directed in paragraph 5.1.1.g of Informal paragraph 5.1.1.g of Informal
Guard MountingGuard Mounting ( (Fig 8Fig 8).).

301. Fig 8: RETURN TO POSTSFig 8: RETURN TO POSTS

302. 
i.i. Inspecting the GuardInspecting the Guard

1)1) During Formal Guard Mounting, the Adjutant, During Formal Guard Mounting, the Adjutant,
instead of the Officer of the Day, inspects the guard.instead of the Officer of the Day, inspects the guard.

2)2) After the Officer(s) and NCOs have taken their After the Officer(s) and NCOs have taken their
posts, the Adjutant commands posts, the Adjutant commands HUMANDA SA HUMANDA SA
PAGSISIYASAT.PAGSISIYASAT.

3)3) During the inspection, he selects the orderlies During the inspection, he selects the orderlies
and color sentinels and orders men who are not and color sentinels and orders men who are not
prepared for guard to fall out and return to their prepared for guard to fall out and return to their
organization. Substitutes for men who have fallen out organization. Substitutes for men who have fallen out
report to the commander of the guard at the report to the commander of the guard at the
guardhouse.guardhouse.

a.a. The band plays during the inspection.The band plays during the inspection.

303. Fig 9: OFFICERS AND NON-Fig 9: OFFICERS AND NON-
COMMISSIONED OFFICERS TAKING COMMISSIONED OFFICERS TAKING
THEIR POSTSTHEIR POSTS

304. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.
j.j.Closing RanksClosing Ranks
1)1)After the inspection, the Commander of the After the inspection, the Commander of the
Guard orders the guard to close ranks and returns to Guard orders the guard to close ranks and returns to
his original post. If there is an assistant commander his original post. If there is an assistant commander
of the guard, he orders the second platoon to close of the guard, he orders the second platoon to close
ranks after it has been inspected. Then he returns to ranks after it has been inspected. Then he returns to
his post in front of the second platoon.his post in front of the second platoon.
2)2)The Adjutant takes his post 35 steps in front of, The Adjutant takes his post 35 steps in front of,
centered on, and facing the guard.centered on, and facing the guard.
3)3)The New Officer of the Day posts himself 36 The New Officer of the Day posts himself 36
steps to the rear of the Adjutant.steps to the rear of the Adjutant.
4)4)The Old Officer of the Day posts himself three The Old Officer of the Day posts himself three
steps to the right of the New Officer of the Day.steps to the right of the New Officer of the Day.

305. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.
Sound OffSound Off
1)1)The Adjutant commands The Adjutant commands TANOD, HANDA; TANOD, HANDA;
TIKAS PAHINGA; IHUDYAT.TIKAS PAHINGA; IHUDYAT. Then he executes Tikas Then he executes Tikas
Pahinga. (The Commander of the Guard and Pahinga. (The Commander of the Guard and
Assistant Commander of the Guard, shall not Assistant Commander of the Guard, shall not
repeat any preparatory commands given by the repeat any preparatory commands given by the
Adjutant at this time).Adjutant at this time).
2)2)At the command At the command IHUDYATIHUDYAT the band plays the band plays
the sound off, then moves forward playing. It the sound off, then moves forward playing. It
passes to the left of the line between the passes to the left of the line between the
commanders of the guard, the Adjutant and then commanders of the guard, the Adjutant and then
back to its post on the right where it halts and back to its post on the right where it halts and
plays the sound off again (plays the sound off again (Fig 10A, Fig 10BFig 10A, Fig 10B).).

306. Fig 10A: SOUND OFFFig 10A: SOUND OFF

307. Fig 10B: SOUND OFFFig 10B: SOUND OFF

3)3)While the band is sounding off, the Officers of While the band is sounding off, the Officers of
the Day stand at attention.the Day stand at attention.

308. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

l.l.Adjutant’s ReportAdjutant’s Report

The Adjutant commands The Adjutant commands TANGHAL, TA,TANGHAL, TA, faces faces
about toward the New Officer of the Day, about toward the New Officer of the Day,
salutes, and reports salutes, and reports “Ang Tanod Ay “Ang Tanod Ay
Nakahanay Na Po.”Nakahanay Na Po.”

309. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.
m.m.Marching In ReviewMarching In Review
1)1)The New Officer of the Day returns the salute The New Officer of the Day returns the salute
and directs the Adjutant and directs the Adjutant PASA MASIDPASA MASID. The Adjutant . The Adjutant
faces about and commands faces about and commands BABA, TA; HARAP SA BABA, TA; HARAP SA
KANANKANAN. At the command . At the command RAPRAP the guard executes the guard executes
the movement. The band faces to the right, the movement. The band faces to the right,
marches to a position where its rear rank is marches to a position where its rear rank is
approximately 24 steps in front of the leading approximately 24 steps in front of the leading
platoon, and faces to the leader of the first platoon platoon, and faces to the leader of the first platoon
who is the Commander of the Guard. The Sergeant who is the Commander of the Guard. The Sergeant
Major maintains his position behind the men in the Major maintains his position behind the men in the
left file when there is one platoon (left file when there is one platoon (Fig 11AFig 11A) and ) and
behind the rear left file of the second platoon when behind the rear left file of the second platoon when
there are two platoons (there are two platoons (Fig 11BFig 11B).).

310. Fig 11A: March in Review, One Fig 11A: March in Review, One
PlatoonPlatoon

311. Fig 11B: March in Review, Two Fig 11B: March in Review, Two
PlatoonsPlatoons

312. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

2)2)The Adjutant commands The Adjutant commands KANANG KANANG
BALIKAT, TA; PASULONG, KAD.BALIKAT, TA; PASULONG, KAD.

3)3)When the playing band and the guard When the playing band and the guard
march past the Officer of the Day (Fig 11), march past the Officer of the Day (Fig 11),
the guide of the first platoon halts 24 steps the guide of the first platoon halts 24 steps
behind the band during the march in review.behind the band during the march in review.

313. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

4)4) When the Adjutant is six steps from the Officer of the When the Adjutant is six steps from the Officer of the
day, he commands day, he commands HANDA, TINGIN SA KANAN, NA.HANDA, TINGIN SA KANAN, NA.

a)a) When there is only one platoon, the Officer of the When there is only one platoon, the Officer of the
Guard, the Adjutant, and the Sergeant Major execute the Guard, the Adjutant, and the Sergeant Major execute the
Hand Salute on the command Hand Salute on the command NANA and hold it until the and hold it until the
Sergeant Major passes six steps beyond the Officer of the Sergeant Major passes six steps beyond the Officer of the
Day. Then the Adjutant commands Day. Then the Adjutant commands HANDA, RAP.HANDA, RAP.

b)b) When there are two platoons (When there are two platoons (Fig 11BFig 11B), the Adjutant ), the Adjutant
commands commands HANDA, TINGIN SA KANAN, NA,HANDA, TINGIN SA KANAN, NA, for the first for the first
platoon. He commands platoon. He commands HANDA, RAPHANDA, RAP to the first platoon to the first platoon
when the last rank is six steps beyond the officer of the day. when the last rank is six steps beyond the officer of the day.
The Assistant Commander of the Guards commands The Assistant Commander of the Guards commands
HANDA, TINGIN SA KANAN, NAHANDA, TINGIN SA KANAN, NA for the second platoon. He for the second platoon. He
commands commands HANDA, RAPHANDA, RAP, when the last rank of the platoon , when the last rank of the platoon
is six steps beyond the Officer of the Day. The Adjutant and is six steps beyond the Officer of the Day. The Adjutant and
the Commander of the Guard salute with the first platoon; the Commander of the Guard salute with the first platoon;
the Assistant Commander of the Guard and the Sergeant the Assistant Commander of the Guard and the Sergeant
Major salutes with the second platoon.Major salutes with the second platoon.

314. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.

5)5)While the guard is marching in review, the While the guard is marching in review, the
Officer of the Day stands at Attention.Officer of the Day stands at Attention.

a)a)The New Officer of the Day returns the The New Officer of the Day returns the
salutes of the Adjutant and the Commander of the salutes of the Adjutant and the Commander of the
Guard. He salutes only once because the adjutant Guard. He salutes only once because the adjutant
and the Commander of the Guard salute together.and the Commander of the Guard salute together.

b)b)When there are two platoons, the Officer of When there are two platoons, the Officer of
the Day does not return the salute of the the Day does not return the salute of the
Commander of the Guard.Commander of the Guard.
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6)6)After the band passes the Officer of the Day, After the band passes the Officer of the Day,
it turns out of column to the left and positions itself it turns out of column to the left and positions itself
in front of and facing the Officer of the Day 18 in front of and facing the Officer of the Day 18
steps from where the left flank of the guard passes. steps from where the left flank of the guard passes.
It continues to play until the guard leaves the It continues to play until the guard leaves the
parade ground.parade ground.

315. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.
7)7) The Adjutant steps out of column and halts when he The Adjutant steps out of column and halts when he
is 25 steps beyond the Officer of the Day. The Sergeant is 25 steps beyond the Officer of the Day. The Sergeant
Major steps out of column and halts abreast of the Adjutant Major steps out of column and halts abreast of the Adjutant
and three steps to the left. The Adjutant and Sergeant and three steps to the left. The Adjutant and Sergeant
Major then face each other, salute, and leave.Major then face each other, salute, and leave.
The Commander of the Guard marches the guard to the The Commander of the Guard marches the guard to the
guardhouse without changing his position in the formation.guardhouse without changing his position in the formation.
9)9) If the guard consists of two platoons, the commander If the guard consists of two platoons, the commander
of the guard halts it and forms it into one platoon. The of the guard halts it and forms it into one platoon. The
Assistant Commander of the Guard marches behind the last Assistant Commander of the Guard marches behind the last
man in the left file. The Assistant Sergeant of the Guard man in the left file. The Assistant Sergeant of the Guard
marches in the rear of the right file.marches in the rear of the right file.
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10)10)The Officer of the Day face each other and salute. The The Officer of the Day face each other and salute. The
Old Officer of the Day gives his orders to the New Officer of Old Officer of the Day gives his orders to the New Officer of
the Day.the Day.

316. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES Cont.
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Formation of the New and Old Guard at Formation of the New and Old Guard at
the Guardhousethe Guardhouse
1)1)The Old Guard is formed at the The Old Guard is formed at the
guardhouse as prescribed in guardhouse as prescribed in Fig 12AFig 12A. If field . If field
music has been authorized, it forms three music has been authorized, it forms three
steps to the right of the old guard. The field steps to the right of the old guard. The field
music of the new guard forms three steps to music of the new guard forms three steps to
the right of the new guard (the right of the new guard (FIG 12BFIG 12B).).
2)2)Relieving the old guard at the Relieving the old guard at the
guardhouse is in accordance with guardhouse is in accordance with
paragraphs 5.1.1paragraphs 5.1.1 of Informal Guard of Informal Guard
Mounting.Mounting.

317. Fig 12.A: Formation of GuardsFig 12.A: Formation of Guards

318. Fig 12.B: Formation of GuardsFig 12.B: Formation of Guards

320. GENERALGENERAL

Guard mounting ceremony has been a Guard mounting ceremony has been a
tradition in military organizations that tradition in military organizations that
formalize the relieving of the outgoing and formalize the relieving of the outgoing and
the incoming guards for the day. Proper the incoming guards for the day. Proper
accounting, punctuality and inspection of the accounting, punctuality and inspection of the
incoming and outgoing guards are observed incoming and outgoing guards are observed
to see to it that they are ready to take and to see to it that they are ready to take and
leave their post respectively.leave their post respectively.

321. ORGANIZATIONORGANIZATION

The ceremony is composed of the following The ceremony is composed of the following
elements:elements:

a. Outgoing Officer of the Daya. Outgoing Officer of the Day

b. Incoming Officer of the Dayb. Incoming Officer of the Day

c. Outgoing Commander of the Guard c. Outgoing Commander of the Guard

d. Incoming Commander of the Guardd. Incoming Commander of the Guard

e. Assistant Commanders of the Guarde. Assistant Commanders of the Guard

f. Outgoing Sergeant of the Guards.f. Outgoing Sergeant of the Guards.

g. Incoming Sergeant of the Guardsg. Incoming Sergeant of the Guards

322. FORMATIONFORMATION
Initially, there are two platoons in line formation. The Initially, there are two platoons in line formation. The
first platoon consists of the incoming guards. The first platoon consists of the incoming guards. The
second platoon, the outgoing guards. The second second platoon, the outgoing guards. The second
platoon forms three paces from the left flank of the platoon forms three paces from the left flank of the
first platoon. At the right flank of each platoon are the first platoon. At the right flank of each platoon are the
Sergeants of the Guards covering each other. The Sergeants of the Guards covering each other. The
Assistant Commanders of the Guards position Assistant Commanders of the Guards position
themselves three paces to the front from the center themselves three paces to the front from the center
of their respective platoons. Commanders of the of their respective platoons. Commanders of the
Guards form six paces to the front from the center of Guards form six paces to the front from the center of
their respective platoons. Six paces to the front from their respective platoons. Six paces to the front from
the center of the Commanders of the Guards is the the center of the Commanders of the Guards is the
Outgoing Officer of the day, and three paces to the Outgoing Officer of the day, and three paces to the
front of the outgoing Officer of the day is the position front of the outgoing Officer of the day is the position
of the Incoming Officer of the day. (of the Incoming Officer of the day. (See illustrationSee illustration))

323. Illustration:Illustration:

324. PROCEDUREPROCEDURE
a.a. Before the Guard Mounting ceremony, the incoming Before the Guard Mounting ceremony, the incoming
guards reports to their respective relieves for proper guards reports to their respective relieves for proper
dissemination and instructions. As soon as the incoming dissemination and instructions. As soon as the incoming
and outgoing guards are through, the Outgoing Officer of and outgoing guards are through, the Outgoing Officer of
the day calls for the guards to fall in. The command is: the day calls for the guards to fall in. The command is:
HUMANAY.HUMANAY.

b.b. When the guards are in proper formation as When the guards are in proper formation as
prescribed in par 5.3-3, the Assistant Commanders of the prescribed in par 5.3-3, the Assistant Commanders of the
Guards of each platoon face about to account for their Guards of each platoon face about to account for their
respective platoons. After which, they face about, execute respective platoons. After which, they face about, execute
Hand Salute and report to their respective Commanders of Hand Salute and report to their respective Commanders of
the Guards, “the Guards, “Pinuno, narito na po lahat”Pinuno, narito na po lahat” oror “Pinuno, “Pinuno, name name
of unaccounted guards,of unaccounted guards, wala di napag-alaman” wala di napag-alaman”. The . The
Commanders of the Guards acknowledge the salute and Commanders of the Guards acknowledge the salute and
direct their assistants to take post, direct their assistants to take post, SUMALUNANSUMALUNAN KAKA. The . The
Assistant Commanders of the Guards then position Assistant Commanders of the Guards then position
themselves behind the Sergeants of the Guards of the last themselves behind the Sergeants of the Guards of the last
squads of each platoon, respectively. squads of each platoon, respectively. ((See IllustrationSee Illustration))

325. Illustration:Illustration:

326. PROCEDURE Cont.PROCEDURE Cont.

d.d. The Outgoing Officer of the Day directs the The Outgoing Officer of the Day directs the
Commanders of the Guards to prepare the platoons for Commanders of the Guards to prepare the platoons for
inspection, inspection, HUMANDA SA PAGSISIYASAT. HUMANDA SA PAGSISIYASAT. After the After the
command, the commanders of the guards face about and command, the commanders of the guards face about and
bring the platoon to open ranks,bring the platoon to open ranks, PABUKANG TALUDTOD PABUKANG TALUDTOD
KADKAD. . The commanders of the guards proceed in front of the The commanders of the guards proceed in front of the
sergeant of the guard of the first squad of each platoon sergeant of the guard of the first squad of each platoon
respectively, face about and wait for the inspecting officer.respectively, face about and wait for the inspecting officer.

e.e. The inspecting Officer then proceeds in front of the The inspecting Officer then proceeds in front of the
Commander of the Guard (The inspecting Officer may be Commander of the Guard (The inspecting Officer may be
the Incoming or Outgoing Officer of the Day. To minimize the Incoming or Outgoing Officer of the Day. To minimize
time, the Incoming and Outgoing Officer of the Day may time, the Incoming and Outgoing Officer of the Day may
inspect each platoon at the same time). The Commander of inspect each platoon at the same time). The Commander of
the Guard executes Hand Slute and reports, the Guard executes Hand Slute and reports, “Ginoo tanod “Ginoo tanod
pulutong, pulutong, name of commander of the guardname of commander of the guard namumuno, namumuno,
handa na po sa pagsisiyasat”handa na po sa pagsisiyasat”. When acknowledged, he . When acknowledged, he
comes to attention and prepare for inspection. After his comes to attention and prepare for inspection. After his
turn, he assists the inspecting officer in inspecting the turn, he assists the inspecting officer in inspecting the
platoon platoon

327. PROCEDURE Cont.PROCEDURE Cont.
f.f. After the inspection, the inspecting Officer orders the After the inspection, the inspecting Officer orders the
commanders of the guard to report all violations for commanders of the guard to report all violations for
appropriate action then proceeds to his original position. appropriate action then proceeds to his original position.
The Commander of the Guard then brings the platoon to The Commander of the Guard then brings the platoon to
close ranks, close ranks, PASARANG TALUDTOD, KADPASARANG TALUDTOD, KAD. After his . After his
command, he proceeds six paces at the center in front of command, he proceeds six paces at the center in front of
his platoon.his platoon.
g.g. After the inspection, the Outgoing Officer of the Day After the inspection, the Outgoing Officer of the Day
commandscommands,, ANG MGA PINUNO NG TANOD PUMAGITNA, ANG MGA PINUNO NG TANOD PUMAGITNA,
KAD. KAD. After the preparatory command, the Assistant After the preparatory command, the Assistant
Commander of the Guards and the Sergeants of the Guards Commander of the Guards and the Sergeants of the Guards
of the first and second platoon march four steps forward of the first and second platoon march four steps forward
and after which they face the center with the Commander and after which they face the center with the Commander
of the Guard. At the command of execution, they march to of the Guard. At the command of execution, they march to
their respective positions at the center and mark time. The their respective positions at the center and mark time. The
Outgoing Commander of the Guard commands, Outgoing Commander of the Guard commands, MGA MGA
PINUNO, TO.PINUNO, TO. They shall quit marching and simultaneously They shall quit marching and simultaneously
face the Outgoing Officer of the day.face the Outgoing Officer of the day.

328. PROCEDURE Cont.PROCEDURE Cont.

h.h.The Outgoing Commander of the Guard The Outgoing Commander of the Guard
then executes Hand Salute and says, “then executes Hand Salute and says, “Ginoo Ginoo
humihingi ng pahintulot para sa palitan”humihingi ng pahintulot para sa palitan”..
The Outgoing Officer of the day The Outgoing Officer of the day
acknowledges the salute and commands: acknowledges the salute and commands:
MAGPALITANMAGPALITAN

329. PROCEDURE Cont.PROCEDURE Cont.
i.i. As soon as the permission is granted, the Outgoing As soon as the permission is granted, the Outgoing
Officer of the Guard commands: Officer of the Guard commands: MGA PINUNO HARAP SA MGA PINUNO HARAP SA
GITNA, RAPGITNA, RAP. The Incoming and the Outgoing Assistant . The Incoming and the Outgoing Assistant
Commanders of the Guards, Sergeants of the Guards and Commanders of the Guards, Sergeants of the Guards and
Commanders of the Guards then face the center. Then the Commanders of the Guards then face the center. Then the
Outgoing Commander of the Guard commands: Outgoing Commander of the Guard commands: MGA MGA
PAPALITANG TANOD PUGAY KAMAY, NAPAPALITANG TANOD PUGAY KAMAY, NA . The outgoing . The outgoing
guards execute Hand Salute and report to their respective guards execute Hand Salute and report to their respective
relieves: relieves: “Ginoo ako ang dating“Ginoo ako ang dating position as guard position as guard handa na handa na
po upang mapalitan”po upang mapalitan”.. The incoming guards challenge the The incoming guards challenge the
outgoing guards if they have disseminated all orders and outgoing guards if they have disseminated all orders and
instructions from competent authorities: instructions from competent authorities: “Iyo bang naisalin “Iyo bang naisalin
ang lahat ng utos na nanggaling sa tamang katungkulan?”ang lahat ng utos na nanggaling sa tamang katungkulan?”
The outgoing guards should answer the challenge, the The outgoing guards should answer the challenge, the
answer is: answer is: “opo”“opo” for yes and for yes and “hindi po”“hindi po” for no. (No relieving for no. (No relieving
will take place if the answer is no) The incoming guards will take place if the answer is no) The incoming guards
acknowledge the salute and say: acknowledge the salute and say: “Ikaw na ay papalitan”“Ikaw na ay papalitan”. .

330. PROCEDURE Cont. iPROCEDURE Cont. i

The Incoming Commander of the Guards commands: The Incoming Commander of the Guards commands: MGA MGA
PAPALIT NA TANOD PUGAY KAMAY, NAPAPALIT NA TANOD PUGAY KAMAY, NA .. The incoming The incoming
guards then execute Hand Salute and say: guards then execute Hand Salute and say: “Ginoo ako ang “Ginoo ako ang
papalit na papalit na position as guardposition as guard handa na pong pumalit”. handa na pong pumalit”. In In
the same manner the outgoing guards challenge the the same manner the outgoing guards challenge the
incoming guards if they have received the all orders and incoming guards if they have received the all orders and
instructions coming from competent authorities: instructions coming from competent authorities: “Iyo “Iyo bang bang
natanggap ang lahat ng utos na nanggaling sa tamang natanggap ang lahat ng utos na nanggaling sa tamang
katungkulan?”katungkulan?” The incoming guards will answer The incoming guards will answer ““opo”opo” if yes if yes
and and “hindi po”“hindi po” if no. (No relieving will take place if the if no. (No relieving will take place if the
answer is no). The outgoing guards acknowledge the salute answer is no). The outgoing guards acknowledge the salute
and say: and say: “Ikaw na ay pumalit”“Ikaw na ay pumalit”. The Incoming Commander . The Incoming Commander
of the Guard commands: of the Guard commands: MGA PINUNO NG TANOD PUGAY MGA PINUNO NG TANOD PUGAY
KAMAY, NAKAMAY, NA. The guards then execute Hand salute and say: . The guards then execute Hand salute and say:
“Ginoo tapos na po ang palitan”“Ginoo tapos na po ang palitan”. The Outgoing Officer of . The Outgoing Officer of
the Day acknowledges the salute and commands: the Day acknowledges the salute and commands:
SUMALUNANSUMALUNAN. The Incoming Commander of the Guard then . The Incoming Commander of the Guard then
brings the guards to their original positions:brings the guards to their original positions: MGA PINUNO MGA PINUNO
NG TANOD SUMALUNAN, KADNG TANOD SUMALUNAN, KAD . .

331. PROCEDURE Cont. iPROCEDURE Cont. i

On the preparatory command, the incoming guards execute On the preparatory command, the incoming guards execute
Right Face and the outgoing guards execute Left Face. At the Right Face and the outgoing guards execute Left Face. At the
command of execution, they march to their original positions. command of execution, they march to their original positions.
The Commanders of the Guards mark time when they reach The Commanders of the Guards mark time when they reach
their positions. The Incoming and Outgoing Assistant their positions. The Incoming and Outgoing Assistant
Commanders of the Guards and the Sergeants of the Guards Commanders of the Guards and the Sergeants of the Guards
continue marching and mark time when they reach the continue marching and mark time when they reach the
position one step to the right of the right flank of their position one step to the right of the right flank of their
respective platoons. The Incoming Commander of the Guard respective platoons. The Incoming Commander of the Guard
commands: commands: PINUNO, TO, RAP, KADPINUNO, TO, RAP, KAD. At the command of . At the command of
execution execution TOTO, all guards quit marching, at the command of , all guards quit marching, at the command of
execution execution RAPRAP, the incoming guards execute Right Face while , the incoming guards execute Right Face while
the outgoing guards execute Left Face. At the command of the outgoing guards execute Left Face. At the command of
execution execution KADKAD, the incoming and outgoing guards except the , the incoming and outgoing guards except the
Commanders of the Guards march forward and proceed to Commanders of the Guards march forward and proceed to
their positions. As soon as the Incoming and Outgoing their positions. As soon as the Incoming and Outgoing
Commanders of the Guard and Sergeants of the Guards reach Commanders of the Guard and Sergeants of the Guards reach
their positions they shall come to mark time. The Incoming their positions they shall come to mark time. The Incoming
Commander of the Guard commands: Commander of the Guard commands: MGA PINUNO, TO.MGA PINUNO, TO. At the At the
command of execution, the Commanders of the Guards, command of execution, the Commanders of the Guards,
Assistant Commanders of the Guards and Sergeants of the Assistant Commanders of the Guards and Sergeants of the
Guards quit marching and automatically execute About Face.Guards quit marching and automatically execute About Face.

332. PROCEDURE Cont.PROCEDURE Cont.

j.j. As soon as the Commanders of the Guards, Assistant As soon as the Commanders of the Guards, Assistant
Commanders of the Guards and Sergeants of the Guards are in proper Commanders of the Guards and Sergeants of the Guards are in proper
positions, the Outgoing Officer of the Day faces about, salutes the positions, the Outgoing Officer of the Day faces about, salutes the
Incoming Officer of the day and says: Incoming Officer of the day and says: GINOO AKO ANG DATING GINOO AKO ANG DATING position position
as guardas guard HANDA NA PO UPANG MAPALITAN HANDA NA PO UPANG MAPALITAN The Incoming Officer of the The Incoming Officer of the
Day challenges the outgoing Officer of the day if he has disseminated Day challenges the outgoing Officer of the day if he has disseminated
all orders and instructions from competent authorities: all orders and instructions from competent authorities: IYO BANG IYO BANG
NAISALIN ANG LAHAT NG UTOS NA NANGGALING SA TAMANG NAISALIN ANG LAHAT NG UTOS NA NANGGALING SA TAMANG
KATUNGKULAN?KATUNGKULAN? The Outgoing Officer of the day should answer the The Outgoing Officer of the day should answer the
challenge, the answer is: challenge, the answer is: OPOOPO for yes and for yes and HINDI POHINDI PO for no. (No relieving for no. (No relieving
will take place if the answer is no) The incoming Officer of the day will take place if the answer is no) The incoming Officer of the day
acknowledges the salute and says: acknowledges the salute and says: IKAW NA AY PAPALITANIKAW NA AY PAPALITAN. The . The
Incoming Officer of the day then executes Hand Salute and says: Incoming Officer of the day then executes Hand Salute and says: GINOO GINOO
AKO ANG PAPALIT NAAKO ANG PAPALIT NA position as guardposition as guard HANDA NA PONG PUMALITHANDA NA PONG PUMALIT . . In In
the same manner, the Outgoing Officer of the day challenges the the same manner, the Outgoing Officer of the day challenges the
incoming Officer of the day if he has received all orders and instructions incoming Officer of the day if he has received all orders and instructions
coming from competent authorities: coming from competent authorities: IYO BANG NATANGGAP ANG LAHAT IYO BANG NATANGGAP ANG LAHAT
NG UTOS NA NANGGALING SA TAMANG KATUNGKULAN?NG UTOS NA NANGGALING SA TAMANG KATUNGKULAN? The Incoming The Incoming
Officer of the day answers Officer of the day answers OPOOPO if yes and if yes and HINDI POHINDI PO if no. (No relieving if no. (No relieving
will take place if the answer is no). The Outgoing Officer of the day will take place if the answer is no). The Outgoing Officer of the day
acknowledges the salute and says: acknowledges the salute and says: IKAW NA AY PUMALITIKAW NA AY PUMALIT..

333. PROCEDURE Cont.PROCEDURE Cont.

k.k.The Outgoing Officer of the day The Outgoing Officer of the day
executes about face and falls out from the executes about face and falls out from the
formation. At the same time, the Incoming formation. At the same time, the Incoming
Officer of the Day takes the position of the Officer of the Day takes the position of the
Outgoing Officer of the Day. At this point the Outgoing Officer of the Day. At this point the
New Officer of the day may give some New Officer of the day may give some
announcements, after which, he shall direct announcements, after which, he shall direct
the Commanders of the Guards to take the Commanders of the Guards to take
charge of their platoons and proceed to their charge of their platoons and proceed to their
respective duties.respective duties.

335. SUMMARYSUMMARY

INFORMAL GUARD MOUNTING:INFORMAL GUARD MOUNTING:
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SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIESSEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES

FORMAL GUARD MOUNTING: FORMAL GUARD MOUNTING:

SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIESSEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES

NORMAL GUARD MOUNTING:NORMAL GUARD MOUNTING:
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GENERALGENERAL
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ORGANIZATIONORGANIZATION
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FORMATIONFORMATION
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PROCEDUREPROCEDURE