NIGHT MOVEMENTS part 3 TRAINING IN NIGHT FIRING. Horizontal Firing and Posture.-The kneeling position is most suitable for horizontal firing; when aiming, raise the buttock from the right heel and hold the rifle as in the standing position. This method of aiming is suitable to all kinds of terrain, and can be done in double rank as well as in single rank. Method and Order of Training - This training may carried out as follows: (a) Train each soldier to hold his rifle horizontally. (b) By such training he will soon be able to hold it so, naturally. 1. Formation. The following points are essential: (a) One soldier must not interfere with another. (b) It must be convenient for supervision by an officer. In line with one pace interval fulfills both these requirements. This drill trains the muscles to work involuntarily; and daytime will be found most convenient for training and supervision. 2. Opportunity for training. Daytime is best for this training, on account of its convenience for observation and instruction. 3. Methods. Have each soldier close his eyes and level his rifle, according to the principles that have been explained to him. After the rifle has been brought against the cheek, the soldier will open his eyes and examine it. Next have this movement executed by squad by command, just as in pointing and aiming drill. When this movement is well understood, order the men to close their eyes, and, while in that condition, put up a target and have them carry out horizontal fire against it.
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