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Core 2 – C5S2 – The History of Drill Purpose This lesson introduces you to the history of drill and how various cultures have used drill maneuvers in battle. 1. Describe the origin of drill as it relates to the Continental Army of the United States. 2. Identify five purposes of drill throughout history in times of war and peace. 3. Explain the importance of drill on military discipline. 4. Compare the qualities of discipline that Baron Friedrich von Steuben instilled in the Continental Army to what military drill teaches and develops today. CPS Key Word Questions (1-3) __________ – military training exercises which Maneuvers involve the movement of soldiers and equipment over a large area. Phalanx _______ – a body of heavily armed infantry formed in close deep ranks and files. Unison ___ – to move together at the same time. CPS Lesson Questions (1-2) Which statement best describes how much you already know about the history of drill? A. Genius – I read about the history of drill in my free time. B. Quite a lot – I know more than most about the history of drill. C. A little – I know the basics, but not much more. D. Blank slate – I don’t know anything about drill, but am ready to learn! The primary value of drill historically has been… A. B. C. D. To increase morale To prepare troops for battle To practice the use of weapons None of the above are correct List 2-3 benefits that a disciplined army would have over an undisciplined army. (Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question.) The primary value of drill historically has been to prepare troops for battle. Various civilizations have added new inventions to warfare. Egypt Babylon Mongols chariot bronze sword cavalry Romans phalanx Before 1778, American revolutionary forces were little more than a group of civilians fighting against well-trained, highly disciplined British forces. On February 23, 1778, George Washington enlisted Baron von Steuben to train American the aid of ________________ forces in drill movements, discipline and proper military maneuvers. To ensure uniformity and overall effectiveness, von Steuben wrote the first field manual for the U.S. Army in 1779: The Regulations for the Order and Discipline of the Troops of the United States (commonly referred to as Blue Book the _________) CPS Lesson Question (3-4) What improvement to warfare did the Romans introduce? A. B. C. D. Mounted cavalry Bronze sword Chariot Phalanx Who wrote the first field manual for the U.S. Army in 1779? A. B. C. D. Baron von Steuben George Washington Benjamin Franklin None of the above As armament and weaponry have improved, drill has had to adapt to new tactical concepts. However, the unison movements associated with drill are still important on the battlefield where mistakes can cost lives. Military drill teaches and develops... Discipline Teamwork Confidence Pride Alertness Attention to detail Esprit de corps CPS Lesson Question (5) Practicing drill can enhance skills in your personal life. Which of the following would benefit you the most? A. B. C. D. Discipline Attention to detail Confidence Other List the 2-3 most challenging things about learning to perform drill. (Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question.) Images in this lesson were taken from: Microsoft© Clip Art Gallery Marine Corps Combat Camera MCJROTC Student Text