1. Arrive at each formation with a clean and safe rifle.
-No rust or powder residue.
-Clean and dry barrel.
-Working half cock and full cock.
-Hammer must land squarely on nipple.<t;
-Do not bring a rifle that has a live fiire barrel on it.
-Arrive unloaded and uncapped.
2. DO NOT place the hammer down on a live cap. Go to half-cock.
3. Full cock the piece only at Ready.
4. Only put your finger on the trigger at Aim.
5. First the powder, then the cap. After firing DO NOT remove the
old cap before pouring a new cartridge into the barrel. Prime
is the last step in the loading process.
6. Point the muzzle away from you and others while loading.
Keep hands and finger away from the opening.
7. Properly cover (dress on) the front rank man.
8. Do not fire while moving.
9. Do not fire while taking a hit.
10. Do not fire at anyone who is too close.
11. Make sure your muzzle is clear before you fire (don't forget
to check for tompions at the start of battle, and mud if you
take a hit.
12. NEVER draw a rammer on the field!
13. NO packing paper.
14. Cartridges to not exceed 60 grains.
15. All bayonet scabbards must have a tip. If not, leave it in camp.
16. Know and practice proper foot placements for loading & firing.
17. Elevate your fire when there are men on the ground in front
of you.
18. Be sure you have a full canteen.
19. Advise the 1st Sgt and Capt of any medical conditions you
have that they should be aware of. Know your limits!
20. Your weapon must be inspected prior to battle.
21. Maintain all camp fires. Extinguish fires when you depart.
22. No hand to hand fighting unless scripted.
23. No flag grabbing unless scripted.
24. If you are a novice, please notify the 1st Sgt.
25. Bayonets are to be unfixed in battle at all times.
26. All officers will have side arms inspected.
27. No five or six wing caps. Use standard four wing caps only.
28. Please follow military decorum when instructed by NCOs
and officers. It is their job to watch out for your safety.
Reference: The Long Roll newsletter of the AoP Dec, 2000
article By Russell Rider.