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Training Circular TC 21 Drill and Ceremonies (May 2024)

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Purpose

Training Circular TC 21 Drill and Ceremonies (TC 21) provides detailed guidance on the proper execution of military drill and ceremonies. This comprehensive guide covers everything from basic formations and movements to more complex ceremonies such as parades and reviews.

Scope

TC 21 applies to all members of the United States Army, regardless of rank or branch of service. It is also used by other military services, including the Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force.

Training Circular TC 3-21.5 Drill and Ceremonies MAY 2024

by United States Government US Army

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TC 21 is divided into five chapters:

Chapter 1:
Chapter 2: Basic Formations and Movements
Chapter 3: Ceremonies
Chapter 4: Parades
Chapter 5: Reviews

Chapter 1 provides an overview of drill and ceremonies, including their history, purpose, and benefits. Chapter 2 covers the basic formations and movements used in drill and ceremonies, such as standing at attention, marching, and saluting.

Chapter 3 provides detailed instructions on how to perform various ceremonies, such as flag ceremonies, award ceremonies, and retirement ceremonies. Chapter 4 covers the planning and execution of parades, including the order of march, the composition of the parade, and the duties of the parade commander.

Chapter 5 covers the planning and execution of reviews, including the order of review, the composition of the review, and the duties of the reviewing officer.

Use of TC 21

TC 21 is the primary reference for military drill and ceremonies. It is used by drill instructors, ceremony planners, and other personnel responsible for the conduct of military drills and ceremonies.

TC 21 should be used in conjunction with other relevant publications, such as the Army Regulation on Ceremonies (AR 600-25) and the Army Regulation on Drill and Ceremonies (AR 611-20).

Revisions

TC 21 is revised periodically to reflect changes in military doctrine and procedures. The current version of TC 21 was published in May 2024.

Changes to TC 21 are disseminated through Army Change Notices (ACNs). ACNs are published on the Army Publishing Directorate website.

Training Circular TC 21 Drill and Ceremonies (TC 21) is a comprehensive guide to the proper execution of military drill and ceremonies. This guide is essential for drill instructors, ceremony planners, and other personnel responsible for the conduct of military drills and ceremonies.

**Alt attribute for image of soldiers marching in formation:** Soldiers marching in formation at a military parade.

**Alt attribute for image of a drill instructor giving instructions:** A drill instructor giving instructions to a group of soldiers.

**Alt attribute for image of a flag ceremony:** A flag ceremony taking place at a military base.

**Alt attribute for image of a parade:** A parade taking place in a city street.

**Alt attribute for image of a review:** A review taking place on a military base.

Training Circular TC 3-21.5 Drill and Ceremonies MAY 2024

by United States Government US Army

4.4 out of 5