I was recently asked about splitting a color guard formation and this is such a good question, that I decided it needs to be an article to help inform others.
“Detail” and its Connotation
DrillMaster shares his view of keeping the professionalism in an honor guard unit
The Honor Cordon, Sword Cordon, & Side Boys
Three facing-rank formations may look alike, but their authority, arms, manning, and ceremonial purpose are not interchangeable.