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Milihistriot Quarterly


The Journal for Military Miniature Enthusiasts


US Cavalry Drill


 

The drill here is a series of cavalry moves, practiced while dismounted.  The manual is circa 1904, but the techniques go back to before the Civil War. 

 

 

 

Port Saber and Charge Saber

 

Guard

 

Right and Left Parry Bayonet

 

 

Right and Left Cut

 

Front point

 

 

Point Right and Left

 

Disclaimer: the fighting methods shown here are for illustrative purposes only.  They are not intended as actual instruction in bayonet fighting and should not be used as such.  Close combat training is dangerous.  It can be as dangerous for the user as it is for the target.  If you wish to learn close combat, seek a qualified instructor. One should never attempt close combat without the instruction and supervision of a qualified expert instructor .

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