PIKE DRILL MANUAL


THE COMMAND-

LEVEL PIKES-
Facing slightly to the left, feet widely braced, hands three feet apart, grasping firmly the rear third of the pike, point at chest / face level. This command is usually given to the second and third ranks.



THE COMMAND-

SUPPORT PIKES-
The pike is raised over the head and pointed toward the enemy to re-enforce the line. This position is difficult and is used as needed at the last minute.


The Swiss used this method to support pikes.
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