We often overlook the fundamental aspects and fail to implement D&C effectively in our training programs.
Understanding the History and Current Problems with Military Drill
Continuing my series on drill and ceremonies, this is the fifth installment. Links to the previous: This is not a rant about how “in my day” the Air Force (at least) was better, stronger, etc. Even though that statement might have a tiny bit of truth, this part of this series is about identifying today’s troubles, and then the next …
Understanding the Arguments Against Military Drill
Those who disagree with this article series will scoff, dismiss, and immediately jump on the logical fallacy ship and probably won’t even know they are doing it. Here are some arguments against the modern warfighter performing D&C today.
Understanding the Benefits of Military Drill
The tangible and intangible benefits of drill and ceremonies (D&C) are numerous. I will use a couple of them to make my point about how we are generally failing to use drill and ceremonies for its intended purpose and thus unable to completely reap the benefits.
Understanding the Purpose of Military Drill
The primary objective of military drill is to efficiently move a group of individuals from one location to another. But there is much more.