Most commands come in two parts
Examples of 2-part commands would be: Right, FACE; Present, ARMS; Forward, MARCH. “Right,” “Present” and “Forward” are the preparatory commands.
Some commands don’t have two parts
Combined Commands have just one part, “Fall In,” “At Ease” and “Rest.”
Informational Commands* have no preparatory command or command of execution, and they are not supplementary. Two examples are PREPARE FOR INSPECTION and DISMISS THE SQUADRON.
Supplementary Commands* are given when one unit of the element must execute a movement different from the other units or must execute the same movement at a different time. Two examples are CONTINUE THE MARCH and STAND FAST. These are mainly used during military parades.
*Information from AFMAN 36-2203 (3 Jun 96)
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