M. S. SMITH & CO., JEWELERS AND SILVERSMITHS, IMPORTRERS OF DIAMONDS, WATOCHES, & FANCY GOODS. Dealers in and Manufacturers of LODGE, CHAPTER & COMMANDERY Jewels and Jewelry, PAST MASTERS' PAST HIGH PRIESTS' PAST COMMANDERS' J M W E L S. M. S. SMITH & CO., Corner Woodward and Jefferson Aves., DETROIT. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ t Ilt A I IIJ i d Ell1L iL` ~-f-ZE ---- T E GFTOF ~- t cl-. _ I~~~~~~~P =. PA -... _. N7- 11111llfl' i I 1111111 fI M g A _ l., _ l - THE GIFqZ~T O I i; I i I 1,I i! I lxi 5;iiI:iIi II KNIGHTS TEMPLAR TACTICS AND DRILL WITH THE WORKING TEXT AND BURIAL SERVICE OF THE ORDERS OF KNIGHTHOOD, AS ADOPTED BY THE GRAND V03lMMANDERY OF THlE STATE OF MICHIGAN. BY ELLERY IRVING GARFIELD, E. G. C. G., GRAND COMMANDERY OF MICHIGAN. DETROIT: PUBLISHED BY E. B. SMITH & CO. 1871. Bound by Wm, Suckert, Detroit. Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1870, by ELLERIY IRING GAARFIELD, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. Detroit Free, Prgs9 PAint. GRAND COMMANDE R OF KNIGHTS TEMPLAR, STATE OF MICHIGAN, Jackson, Jan'y 25, A. D. 1871, A. 0. 753. ) ITo Eqninent Sir Oliver Bourke, Grand Recorder of the Grand Commandeqry of the State of Michigan: The new system of Tactics prepared by ELLERY IRVING GARFIELD, E. G. C. G., of the Grand Commandery, having been approved and adopted by that body, you will cause the same to be published for the instruction of all Subordinate Commanderies in this jurisdiction. Courteously yours, SE JOHN L. MITCHELL, Grand Commander. OFICOE OF TiHE GRAND RECORDER OF TIHE GRAND COMMANDERY OF THE STATE OF MICHIGAN, Detroit, Jan'y 27, A. D. 1871, A. O., 753. ) To Ensinent Sir Ellery I( Garfield, F. Grand Captain General: You are hereby authorized to publish, for the instruction of all Subordinate Commanderies in this jurisdiction, the Tactics and Drill approved and adopted at the last Annual Conclave of the Grand Commandery of the State of AMichigan. By order of the R. E. Grand Commander, / -'~ OLIVER BOURKE, Grand Recorders INTRODUCTORY. AT the Annual Conclave of the Grand Commandery of this State, held at Detroit, in June, 1869, the subject of Tactics for Knights Templar was brought up and discussed, when it was found that no two.Commanderies used the same system; in fact, each had a style peculiar to itself. To secure uniformity, a committee was appointed, consisting of Sir Charles IH. Brown, P. E. C., of Peninsular Commandery, of Kalamazoo, and Sir S. S. Mathews, C. G., of Pontiac Commandery, with the author as chairman, to report a system for adoption throughout the State, and this work is the result. The advantages claimed for this system are: 1. The brevity of the commands, at the same time expressing in full the movement to be executed. 2. The readiness with which the principles may be acquired. 3. That the handsome and intricate movements peculiar to our Order are in this work rendered much handsomer, and less difficult of execution. That the report met the expectations of the Grand Commandery, is evidenced by the promptness with which it was approved and adopted, and by the ease and rapidity with which the Commanderies of.this vi INTIRODUCTORY. State, with comparatively little instruction, have become proficient in the tactics. The author takes this opportunity to express his obligations to his fellow members of the committee for many valuable hints and suggestions. A supplementary work, for the instruction of Commanderies in battalion movements and for camp duty, is in manuscript, and will be published soon. SUGGESTIONS TO THE CAPTAIN-GENERAL OR INSTRUCTOR OF A COMMANDERY. In many Commanderies the number of Sir Knights is so small that it will not admit of assigning each officer to his position. For instance, the Cross cannot be formed properly with less than thirty Sir Knights, exclusive of the officers, and there are many Commanderies that cannot turn out this number. It would seem to be best that, until the number should be sufficient, all except the three principal officers and Prelate should assist in filling up the ranks. If necessary, the Sword Bearer and Warder could march in the ranks; however, this is left to the good sense and judgment of the officers. Unless the number of Sir Knights on parade exceed one hundred, it would be best to use the single rank formation. For convenience at dress parade and review, the Sir Knight on the extreme right and left viii SUGGESTIONS. Of the line will act as right and left guides. If, as at a dress parade of a single Commandery, the Commandery is divided so as to form two or more divisions, there should be a right and left guide for each division, and at the command, Rear, open order, the right guide of each division, and the left guide of the left division, will; step four paces to the rear. In the single rank formation for dress parade or review, a very good way of obviating the delay of forming in double ranks, is to couent twos, which can be done in the Asylum (the standard and guard do not count), and at the command, Rear, open order; MARCH, all number one Sir Knights stand fast and cast the head and eyes to the right; all number two Sir Knights step to the rear and dress on the guides. The author is aware that this is entirely a new movement, but it avoids the necessity of'lessening the front of the Comimanderies, which is a great desideratum, as the majority of our Commanderies cannot turn out to exceed fifty swords. The'above is not laid down as a rule, but is given as a suggestion, and appears much better in practice than upon paper. SUGGESTIONS. ix Let it be distinctly understood that the guide in marching right in front is left: that is, in column of threes, number three is the guide, and two and one dress upon him; in sections or platoons, the Sir Knight on the left of the section or platoon is the guide. The guides should not only be careful to cover, but also to preserve the exact wheeling distance. Great care should be exercised in selecting Sir Knights as guides. The Sir Knights will dress invariably as above (unless marching left in front when the guide is right), as the left guide alone is held responsible for the steady marching of the sections or platoons. The Sir Knight on the right of each section or platoon repeats, in a tone only sufficiently loud for his own section or platoon to hear, all orders necessary for the different formations. It will be noticed that in this work all doublequick movements are avoided. Gaining distance is accomplished by simply lengthening or shortening the step. This can be done in nearly all cases without losing the cadence of the step. In the diagrams the officers are -designated as follows: X SUGGESTIONS. 1. Eminent Commander; 2. Generalissimo; 3. Captain-General; 4. Prelate; 5. Treasurer; 6. Recorder; 7. Senior Warden; 8. Junior Warden; 9. Standard Bearer; 10. Sword Bearer; 11. Warder; * Past Officers. KNIGHTS TEMPLAR TACTICS AND DRILL. Comman'ds. There are three kinds: 1. The command of caution, which is attention. 2. The preparatory command, which indicates the movement that is to be executed. 3. The command of execution, such as MARCHI or HALT, or, in the manual of swords, the part which causes the execution. 4. The tone of command should be animated, distinct, and of a loudness proportioned to the number of men under instruction. 5. The command attention is pronounced in a clear, firm voice. 6. The comnmand of execution will be pronounced in a tone firm and brief. 7. The commands of caution, and the preparatory commands, are herein distinguished by italics; those of execution by SMALL CAPITALS; the divisions are indicated by a dash (-). The parts of commands which are placed in a parenthesis are not to be pronounced. 12 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR Position of the Sir Knight. 8. Heels on the same line, and as near each other as the conformation of the man will permit; The'feet turned out equally, and forming with each other. an angle of about sixty degrees; The knees straight without stiffiess; The body erect on the hips, inclining a little forward; The shoulders square, and falling equally; The arms hangiig naturally; The elbows near the body; The palm of the hand turned a little to the front, the little finger behind the seam of the pantaloons; The head erect, and square to the front without constraint; The eyes fixed, straight to the front, and striking the ground about the distance of fifteen paces. Facings. 9. Facings to the right or left will be executed as follows. At the command TACTICS AND DRILL. 13 1. Right (or left). 2. FACE. 10. At the command face, raise the right foot slightly, turn on the left heel, raising the toe a little, and bring the right heel by the side of the left. To Face to the Rear. 1. ABOUT. 2. FACE. 11. At the command about, each Sir Knight will turn on the left-heel, bring the left toe to the front, carry the right foot to the rear, the hollow opposite to, and about three inches from the left heel, the feet at right angles to each other. 12. At the command face, turn on both heels, raise the toes slightly, face to the rear, bringing the right foot by the side of the left. 1. FORWARD. 2. MARCH. 13. At the first command, each Sir Knight will throw the weight of the body on the right leg, bending slightly the left knee. 14. At the second command, step off promptly with the left foot straight to the front, taking a step of twenty-eight inches. 14 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR HALT. 15. At this command, which should be given the instant either foot is coming to the ground, the foot in rear will be brought up by the side of the other. 1. Mark Time. 2. MARcH. 16. The Sir Knights, at the first command, will throw the weight of the body on the right leg, bending slightly the left knee. 17. At the command march, the Sir Knights will make a semblance of marching, by raising the feet alternately without advancing, and bringing the heels by the side of' each other, observing the cadence of the step. 1. Side Step to the Right. 2. MARCH. 18. At the command march, each Sir Knight will carry the right foot ten inches to the right, knees straight, shoulders square to the front; the left foot will then be brought by the side of the right, then raising the right, and continuing the movement until the command halt. 19. Side step to the left will be executed in a similar manner. TACTICS AND DRILL. 15 To March Backward. 1. Backward. 2. MARci. 20. At the second command, the Sir Knights will step to the rear with the left foot fourteen inches, reckoning from heel to heel, and so on with the feet in succession, till the command is given to halt. i. Right (or left) Oblique. 2. MARCH. 21. At the second command, each Sir Knight will make a half face to the right (or left), and then march straight forward in the new direction. As the Sir Knights no longer touch elbows, they will glance along the shoulders of the nearest files toward the side to which they are obliquing, and will regulate their steps so that their shoulders shall always be behind that of the next Sir Knight on that side, and that his head shall conceal the heads of the other men in the rank. Each Sir Knight should preserve the same length of step. To resume the Original Direction. 1. Forward. 2. MARCH. 22. At the second command each Sir Knight will make a half face to the right (or left), and march straight to the front. 16 KNIGHTS TEMP'LAK Alignments. 1. Right. 2. DRESS. 23. At the command dress, the Sir Knights will turn the head and eyes to the right, shoulders square to the front, place himself on a line with the Sir Knight next on his right, and without opening his arms touch with his elbow that of the Sir Knight on his right. 24. The line being well aligned, the Captain General will command, FRONT. 25. At this command, Sir Knights will cast their eyes to the front and remain firm. 26. Alignments to the left will be made on the same principles. To Open Ranks. 27. The Commandery being in line, to cause the ranks to be opened the Captain-General will command1. Rear Open Order. 2. MARCH. 28. At the first command, the guides on the extreme right and left of the line will step off four paces to the rear, to mark the alignment of the rear rank. TACTICS AND DRILL. 17 29. The Captain-General will place himself, at the same time, on the right flank, and observe that the guides are on a line parallel with the front rank. 30. At the second command, the front rank of Sir Knights will cast their eyes to the right, the rear rank will step to the rear without counting the steps, halt slightly in the rear of the alignment, and dress to the right on the line established by the guides. 31. The Captain-General, seeing the rear rank well aligned, will command — FRONT. 32. At this command, the guides will take their places in the front rank, and the Sir Knights will cast their eyes to the front. To Close Ranks. 33. The Captain-General will command1. Close Order. 2. MAPRCe. 34. At the command march, the rear rank will close up as before. 35. If the Captain-General should desire to give the Sir Knights rest, he will command — 2 18 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR 1. In Place. 2. REST. 36. At this command, they will no longer be required to preserve silence or steadiness of position, but they will always keep one heel or the other on the alignment. 37. If the command isREST, 38. The Sir Knights will not be required to remain strictly in their places. To Dismiss the Commandery. 39. The command will be1. Break Ranks. 2. MARCH. 40. At the first command, the Sir Knights will bring the left hand in front of the body, palm up; right hand over the left, palm down. 41. At the second command, bring the hands together smartly, and disperse. TACTICS AND DRILL. 10 MANUAL OF THE SWORD. Draw-SWORDS. 42. (First motion.) At the command draw, seize the scabbard with the left hand near the mouth, at the same time passing the right across the body, grasp the hilt of the sword, and draw it about two inches. 43. (Second motion.) At the command swords, draw the sword by extending the arm full length, turn the ha;id, and bring the hilt to 20 EKNIGHTS TEMPLAR the breast, the blade at an angle of about thirty degrees (same as present). 44. (Third motion.) Bring the right hand to the side, elbow a littler-bent and well back, holding the extreme end of the hilt between the thumb and two fingers, the blade perpendicular, resting against the point of the shoulder, the edge to the front. TACTICS AND DRILL. 21 Present-SwoRDs. 45. At the command swords, raise the right hand, the guard level with the top of the shoulder, the flat of the blade opposite the right eye, at an angle of about thirty degrees, the elbow resting on the body. 22 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR Support -SwoRrs. 46. At the command swords, raise the left hand (by bending the elbow) to the height of the breast, at the same time raising the right hand, and drop the blade into the left, the flat to the front, the right hand resting on the hip, the left forearm against the body, the blade at an angle of forty-five degrees. TACTICS AND DRILL. 23 Carry-SWORD. 47. At the command sword, drop the left hand to the side; at the same time bring the right to the side, at a position of carry. 2 4 KNIGHTS TEMPLARI Rest SWORD. 48. At the command sword, bring both hands in front of the body, the left over the right, the arms extended nearly full length, the blade a little below the right shoulder. RETURN —SwoRDs. 49 (FistrR motio'n.) At. t~ha commsand retxxrn. TACTICS AND DRILL. 25 50. (Second motion.) Drop the point of the sword, turn the head to the left, and insert the point, so that the right hand is as high as and directly in front of the left shoulder, the sword nearly perpendicular, the head to the front. 51. (Third motion.) At the command sword, sheathe the sword promptly, bringing the hands to the side. 2~ KNIGHTS TEMPLAR Parade —REST. 52. At the command rest, drop the point of the sword until it reaches the ground between the feet; clasp the left hand over the right, at the same time carry the right foot three inches to the rear, the left knee slightly bent. Attention-SIR KNIGHTS. 53. At the command Knights, carry the left hand to the side, raise the sword to the position of carry, at the same time bring the right foot to the side of the left. TACTICS AND DRILL. 27 Reverse-SWORDS. 54. (First motion.) At the command swords, bring the sword to a present. 55. (Second motion.) Extend the arm, drop the point to the left,. carrying the blade to the rear, the blade supported by the elbow, the hilt at the height of the shoulder, the hilt carried between the thumb and two fingers, the sword across the right side, at an angle of 45 degrees. Carry-SwoRDs. 56. (First motion.) At the command swords, extend the right arm, turn the wrist to the right, and bring the sword to a present. 57. (Second motion.) Bring the sword to the position of carry. f28 ~ FKNIGHTS TEMPLAR SECURE-SWORD. 58. (First motion.) At the command secure, extend the left arm full length, the hand inside the scabbard, palm out. 59. (Second motion.) At the command sword, bring the left hand up, so that the back of the hand will rest a little above the left groin, the hilt of the sword resting on the forearm, the point of the scabbard directly in front of the right knee. Return-SWORD. 60. At the command sword, drop the scabbard to the side, the left hand in its natural position. TACTICS AND DRILL. 29 Form —AV ENUE. 61. At the word form, bring the sword to present; at the word avenue, extend the right foot about eighteen inches, and at the same time extend the right arm to its full length, directly in front, at such an elevation as to bring the right hand about on a level with the top of the head, the back of the hand turned to the left, the edge of the sword to the front, and cross the sword with that of the Sir Knight opposite. The swords should cross each other at about six inches from the points. When 30 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR properly done, the planting of the right foot and the crossing of the swords will be simultaneous. Care should be taken to keep the right arm straight, the common fault being to sink the elbow, and thus contract the avenue. SWORD CUTS. 62. There are seven different ways of directing the edge of the sword, and seven only. These are numbered from one to seven respectively, and are technically termed cuts. Of the seven, four are made in diagonal directions, two horizontally, and one perpendicularly. The direction of each of these is illustrated in the following diagram: 7 63. To make a cut with effect, and at the same time without exposing the person, two points require particular attention. The first is to acquire a facility in giving motion to the TACTICS AND DRILL. 31 arm by means of the wrist and shoulder, without bending the elbow; the second,.to attain correctness in applying the edge in the exact direction of the blade. By a neglect of the first rule, the sword arm is exposed; and of the second, the blade will turn in the hand; and, as the flat part must receive the whole force of the blow, it will most likely be shivered to pieces. These rules, however, are of little force at the present time among Knights Templar, and the following instructions should be interpreted accordingly. 64. In all movements executed with the sword, the Sir Knight should bear the principal weight of the body upon his left leg, the right foot being advanced about eighteen inches to the front. The body should be well balanced, and the motions free from stiffness. PREPARE TO GUARD. 65. At this command, the Sir Knight should stand square upon both feet, and bring his sword to the same position as present, the blade at an angle of about thirty degrees, or just sufficient to clear the chapeau. 32 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR GUARD. 66. At this command, advance the right foot about eighteen inches, resting the weight of the body principally upon the left, at the same time extend the right arm directly in front, the back of the hand nearly perpendicular to the rear, the flat of the blade to the front,* and cross swords with your opposite -the blades crossing each other about midway between the point and the hilt. This position should always follow prepare to guard, and always precede the In the real sword drill, the edge of the blade should be to the front, and the back of the hand upward. TACTICS AND DRILL. 33 cuts. The crossing should be simultaneous with the planting of the right feet. Cut One. 67. To make this cut, turn the wrist so as to bring the point of the sword over the right shoulder, and then sweep diagonally down from right to left-or from one to four of the preceding diagram-bringing the sword back with a graceful motion to the position of prepare to guard. Cut Two.. 68. Bring the point of the sword over the left shoulder, and then sweep diagonally down from left to right-or from 2 to 3 of the diagram-bringing the sword back to prepare to guard. Cut Three. 69. Turn the wrist so as to bring the point of the sword on the right near the ground, and sweep diagonally upward from right to leftor from 3 to 2-bringing the sword back to prepare to guard. Cut Four. 70. Turn the wrist so as to bring the point of the sword near the ground, on the left, and 3 34 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR sweep diagonally upward from left to rightor from 4 to 1-bringing the sword back to prepare to guard. Cut Five. 71. Turn the wrist so as to bring the point of the sword to the right, and sweep horizontally from right to left-or from 5 to 6-on a line with the neck, bringing the sword back to prepare to guard. Cut Six. 72. Sweep horizontally fron' left to rightor from 6 to 5-on a line with the neck, bringing the sword back to prepare to guard. Cut Seven. 73. Bring the point of the sword back over the head, and then cut down vertically-or from 7 to the centre —-bringing the sword back to prepare to guard, as before. 74. These directions for giving the cuts are intended more particularly as a guide to individual practice, either with or without a diagram before the person exercising. Such practice is especially recommended for beginners, either in classes or singly, and should always precede exercising in couples. For TACTICS AND DRILL. 3,5 class practice, the Sir Knights should take distance by the point of the sword, the arm extended at full length. Although only a part of the above cuts are introduced into the work of Masonic Knighthood, and these much contracted, the occasional practice of all is recommended, as tending to secure a more free and graceful execution. In exercising by couples, the instructor should be careful to time his commands equally, thus: " Prepare to guardguard-cut two - one -four-two - advancecommunicate-recover." SALUTES WITH THE HAND. 75. (First motion.) Raise the right hand smartly as high as the mouth, pointing in the same direction as the right foot, the palm of the hand down, the thumb close to the forefinger, the arm extended. 76. (Second motion.) Bring the hand slowly around till the point of the thumb and the side of the forefinger touch the lower edge of the cap or visor, wrist' aniid'fiigei'g slightly bent; at the same time turn the head a little to the left, and look toward the person to be saluted. 86 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR 77. (Third motion.) Bring back the hand and arm to the position of the first motion. 78. (Fourth motion.) Drop the arm quickly by the side. 79. Left hand salutes will be similarly executed. 80. In saluting, Sir Knights will invariably use the hand farthest from the person to be saluted. UNCOVER. 81. Raise the chapeau with the left hand from the head, and let it rest upon the right shoulder, the left forearm on the breast. TACTICS AND DRILL. 37 MANUTAL FOR OFFICERS. SALUTE WITH THE SWORD. 82. (First motion.) At the distance of six paces from the person to be saluted, raise the sword perpendicularly, the point up, the flat of the blade opposite to the right eye, the guard at the height of the shoulder, the elbow close to the body. 83. (Second motion.) Drop the point of the sword by extending the arm so that the right hand may be brought to the side of the right thigh, the back of the hand down, and remain 38 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR until the person to whom the salute is rendered shall be passed, or shall have passed six paces. 84. (Third motion.) Raise the sword to the position of carry. 85. In saluting with the sword, as at dress parade or review, the first motion will be executed at the command present; the second at the command sword; the third motion will be executed as the swords are brought to the carry. 86. When swords are returned at dress parade, the officers will drop the points of their swords to the ground, the back of the hand up. COLOR SALUTE. 87. In the ranks, the Standard Bearer, whether at a halt or in march, will always carry the heel of the color staff supported at the right hip, the right hand generally placed on the staff at the height of the shoulder, to hold it steady. When the Standard has to render honors, the Standard Bearer will salute as follows: 88. At the distance of six paces from the person to be saluted, slip the right hand along the staff to the height of the eye; lower the TACTICS AND DRILL. staff by straightening the arm to its full extent, the heel. of the staff remaining at the hip. Bring back the staff to the habitual position, when 4the person saluted shall be passed, or shall have passed six paces. 40 ]KNIGHETS TEMPLAR TACTICS FOR, THE ASYLUM. TO FORM ESCORT, 89. The officer in charge will command1. Fall in. -2. FRONT. 3. RIGHT DRESS. 4. FRONT. 5. COUNT Twos. 90. In this formation number one Sir Knights are the pivot men, number two wheeling up to the left of one. 91. The officer will then command1. Twos Right. 2. MARCH. 3. FORWARD. 92. The command forward will be given the instant the wheel of twos is completed to the right. At the proper place the officer will command1. Open Order. 2. MARCH. 93. At the second command the Sir Knights will oblique to the right and left, so that there will be an interval of about three paces between the divisions, and then march forward. 94. The officer will then command T ACTICS AND DRILL. 41 1. HALT. 2. Inward- FACE. 3. PresentSWORDS. 95. The Sir Knights will remain in this position-until the * * *. * * has passed through the lines, when the officer in charge of the escort will command1. Carry — SwoRDs. 2. RETURN- SWORDS. 3. ABOUT-FACE. 4. Posts. 5. MARCH. *RECEPTION OF S. M. OR E. C. 96. The Senior Warden will command1. Attention, Sir.Kights. 2. FALL IN. 3. FRIONT. 4. RIG-HT DRESS. 5. FRONT. 97. This being completed, the Senior Warden will signify to the Captain-General that the line is formed, who will commandOFFICERS-POSTS. 98. At this command, the officers will take their. stations as follows: the Senior Warden on the right, the Junior Warden on the left of the line, the Standard Bearer, Sword Bearer * The escort for the S. M. or E. C. is three Sir Knights; for the Grand Commander, six Sir Knights; for the Grand Master of the United States, nine Sir Knights. 42 EKNIGHTS TEMPLAR and Warder at right angle to the left of the line of Sir Knights, facing the east, the Sword Bearer on the right, the Warder on the left of the Standard Bearer. 99. The Captain-General will now direct the Senior Warden to repair, with the proper escort (three Sir Knights from the right of the lines) to the quarters of the E. C. (or S. MI.) and inform him that the lines are formed and await his pleasure. 100. The Senior Warden will conduct them, by the rear of the line, to the quarters of the E. C. (or S. M.), and escort E. C. and G. through the lines. The Senior Warden and escort leads off-the E. C., G. and Prelate in order in the rear. 101. As the escort approach the left of the lines, the Captain-General will command1. Present. 2. SWORDS. 102. The escort return to their posts by obliquing to the right and halting in their former position. 103. The E. C. will now commandCarry-SwoRDs. TACTICS AND DRILL. 43 INSPECTION AND REVIEW. 104. The Sir Knights being formed in line, the Captain-General will take post three paces in front of the center of the line, and command1. Prepare for Inspection and Review. 2. Rear Open Order. 3. MARCH. 105. At the second command, the guides will step four paces to the rear. 106. At the third command, the ranks will be opened, and the Wardens and Standard Guard will step one pace to the front. 107. The lines being well aligned, the Captain-General will commandFRONT. 108. The Captain-General will then face the east, and inform the E. C. that "the lines are formed for inspection and review," after which he will face the front, sword at a carry. 109. The E. C., with the Generalissimo, will then pass down in front of the Captain-General and first division, up in their rear, down in front of the second division, and up in their rear, to his position in the east. At the approach of 44 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR the E. C., the Captain-General will face about, and commandPresent-SWORDS. 110. He will then resume his former posi~ tionll and bring his sword to salute. 111.,On the return of the E. C. and G. to the East, the Commander will command1. Carry-SwoRDs. 2. Close Order. 3. MARCH. 112. At the second command, the officers will about face, and at the command MARCH will resume their former position' in line. REVIEW. 113. If the E. C. desires to have a review follow the inspection, he will direct the Captain-General to that effect. 114. The Sir Knights, being in line, will count threes, and the Captain-General will command1. Threes Right. 2. MARCH.'3. HALT. 115. He will then command1. Pass in Review. 2. Columtn Forward. 3. Guide Right. 4. MARCH. 116. The Sir Knights will march at a carry, the officers saluting, also the standard. The TACTICS AND DRILL. 45 C. G., having saluted, will place himself on the right of the E. C., and remain until the column has passed, when he will return to his position before the review. The head of the column having executed a second change to the left, after having passed the E. C., the Captain-General will command, Guide left, and, when it shall have arrived on the original line, HALT, form it in line to the left, open the ranks as befbre, and salute, which, being acknowledged, will terminate the review. TO FORM THE SIR KNIGHTS IN TWO LINES, FACING INWARD. 117. In this movement all number one Sir Knights are in the first division, and are commanded by the Senior Warden; all number two Sir Knights are in the second division, and are commanded by the Junior Warden. 118. The Captain-General will commandFORM LINES FOR REHEARSAL. 119. The Senior Warden will command1. First Division..2. STAND FAST. 120. The Junior Warden will command1. Second Division. 2. Foreward. 3. MARCH. 46 KENIGHTS TEMPLAR 121. At the third command, all number two Sir Knights will march four paces to the front, when the Junior Warden will command1. HALT. 2. ABOUT-FACE. 122. And passes to the right of the second division, and then commandsLeft-DRESS. 123. At the last command, the Sir Knights of the second division will make one side step to the left, so that they will be exactly opposite the Sir Knights of the first division, and also align themselves, when the command will beFRONT. 124. When the Junior Warden will resume his post. 125. The above is also the manner of forming the lines for certain private rehearsals. It does away with the " Taking distance from the east by the point of sword." 126. To re-form in single line, the CaptainGeneral will command TACTICS AND DRILL. 47 1. Second Division. 2. Forward into Line. 3. MARCH. 127. The Sir Knights of the second division will oblique to the right and pass through the intervals of the first division, and one pace to the rear, when the Captain-General will command1. HALT. 2. ABOUT. 3. FACE. 4. Into Line. 5. MARCH. TO FORM TRIANGLE. 128. To form triangle, the Sir Knights are first formed in single rank, and count threes. 129. The Captain-General will command1. Threes Right. 2. MARCH. 3. HALT. 4. Close Order. 5. MARCH. 130. At the fourth command, the first three will stand fast, and all the rear threes will close up at single rank distance, and at the command 48 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR 1. FRONT. 2. Officers,-POSTs. 131. The officers will take positions as follows: Senior Warden on the right of the first division; Sword Bearer on the right of the second; Junior Warden on the right of the third; the Warder on the left, and the Standard Bearer in the center of second division. 132. In this formation all number one Sir Knights are in the first division; number two in the second; number three in the third; and will obey orders accordingly. 133. The Captain-General will command — Forim Triangle. 134. The Senior Warden will command1. First Division. 2. STAND FAST. 135. The Sword Bearer will command1. Second Division. 2. Left-Face. 3. Forward by File Right. The Junior Warden will command1. Third Division. 2. Forward. 136. The Captain-General will now command TACTICS AND DRILL. 49 MARCH. 2 1 3 4.............................. cc * i......................... C. C. l rH.k...........................X............................._ i............................* - *......................... X A............................-. @ -............................. 137. Whllen the third division will march fo rward a sufficient distance to allow the second division to form the base of the triangle, when the Junior Warden will conmnmand1. HALT. 2. ABOUT FACE. 138. Then pass by the rear to the left of his division, and dress them. 4 53 ~;KNIGHTS TEMPLAR 139. The second division will file to the right, and when the Sword Bearer has passed the left of the first division, he will commandX. HALT. 2. FRONT. 3. RIGHT DRESS. 4. FRONT. 140. The Senior. Warden will pass by the rear to the left of the first division. G* 1* * ~ * * S e 9 * e0 141. The Captain-General will command1. First and Third Division. 2. Left and.Right Half Wheel. 3. MARCH, 4. HALT. TACTICS AND DRILL., 51 142. The Senior and Junior Wardens will align their divisions, when the Captain-General will commandRETURN-SWORDS. 1 * v CQ CO: * * **. 11* * * *X 9 * * X * * *10 143. At the conclusion of the ceremonies for which the triangle was formed,. the E. C. will command1. ABOUT FACE. 2. Posts. 3. MARCH. 52- KNIGHTS TEMPLAR TACTICS FOR PUBLIC PARADE. 144. The Captain-General will draw his sword and command1. ATTENTION SIR KNIGHTS. 2. FALL IN. 145. As soon as the Sir Knights are properly sized he will command1. FRONT. 2. RIGHT DRESS. 3. FRONT. 146. The Sir Knights being well aligned he will command1. COUNT THREES. 147. At the command threes, the rank will count off fromright to left, one, two, three, each Sir Knight remembering his number. TO MARCH BY THE FLANK. 148. The Captain-General will command1. Threes right. 2. MARCH. 3. Forward. 4. Guide left. TACTICS AND DRILL. 53 I 149. At the command march \ each three will wheel to the right - on a fixed pivot. 2, - * 150. At the command forward, "' *- given the instant the wheel is 1 *, completed, all the threes will * step off. ---- 151. At the command guide 2 ---—,2, \ *left, each rank- of threes will. dress to the left; number three -o of thefirst three being the guide, " and all threes in the rear will c1 ~-*cover accurately his correspond-,\ -e* ing file in the rank preceding *-.... him. "2 152. This formation will be known as Column of Threes. 1 - ~ \ * TO MARCH BY THE LEFT FLANK. -— *.... 153. The Captain-General will 2 * command-.... 1. Threes left. 2. MARCH. 3. 1! * Forward. 4. Guide right. * 154. At the command march, 2 * each three will wheel to the left. * 155. At the command forward,.-.'*- given the instant the wheel is 54 K ERNIG-HTS TENIPLAR complete, all the threes will step off, and dress to the right. 156. Should the Captain-General desire the Sir Knights to halt upon the completion of the wheel, he will commandHALT, 157. At which the Sir Knights will halt. CHANGE OF DIRECTION IN COLUMN OF THREES. The Captain-General will command — 1. Column right (or left). 2. MARCH. 158. At the command march, the leading three will wheel to the right (or left) on a movable pivot, and then march straight to the front; all the other threes will wheel on the same ground. To form Line from Column of Threes. 159. In column of threes, either at a halt or marching to form line to the right or left, the Captain-General will command1. Threes right (or left). 2. MARCH. 3. HALT. 4. RIGHT (OR LEFT) DRESS. 5. FRONT. TACTICS AND DnILL,. 5 Forn Line to March in Column of Threes to the Front. 1. Rightforward. 2. Threes right. 3. MARCH. 4. Guide left. 160. At the command march, the right three will march straight to the front, shortening the first three or four steps, the other threes will wheel to the right. The second three will wheel to the left as soon as its first wheel is completed, and follow the first three. The remaining threes will follow to the left on the same ground. 161. The movement by the left will be similarly executed at the commands1. Left forward. 2. Threes left. 2. MARCH. 4. Guide right. * To March to the Rear. 162. Being in line, or in column of threes at a halt or marching, at the command*Perhaps the best manner of instructing the Sir Knights in wheeling in column of threes is for'the Captain-General to command1. Threes in C'ircle Right Wheel. 2. Mlarch. At the command march, each three will wheel, as explained, for the fixed pivot. The threes will wheel around the circle several times, completing each arc of a half and full circle sim 66 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR 1. Threes right about. 2. MARCHm 3. Forward. 4. Guide right. 163. The command forward will be given at the instant the half circle is complete. To March in Sections. 164. The first, third, fifth, etc., threes will be kknown as " odd threes." The second, fourth, etc., as "even threes."' Being in column of threes, the C. G. will command-l 3. Form Sections. 2. MARCH. 165. At the cormmand march, all the odd threes will oblique to right, till they uncover the left or even threes; they will then shorten the step and march forward; when the even three arrive on a line with them, the guide will be left. 166. Great care should be takenI in selecting guides for the different sections, as upon themr ultaneously. The precision of a'l movements by threes depends upon the immovability of the pivot, the touch of the elbow toward it, and the eareful prleservation of the distance,of threes while marching. -The instructor will therefore give these points his constant attention. The above movement of threes riqtht aboutll can be used in colurmns of sections or platoons, or when. marching at Commandery front. c o v ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~i I...........~.... 58 K-NIGHTS TEMPLAR depends the proper distances to be kept by the sections and the steadiness in marching. The Sir Knights on the right of each section should also be selected with care, as he has command of the section in many movements. To form Column, of Threes from Sectiotns. 1. Form Threes. 2. MAncIi. 167. At the command march, all the left, or even threes, will shorten the step until the right, or odd threes, are utcoveredl; the left threes then oblique to the'right and resume their former position in column of threes. To Form Platoons. 168. Being in sections, to form platoons, the Captain-General will command1. Form Platoons. 2. MARCH. 169. At the first command, the chiefs of the odd sections will command1. (such) Section. 2. Right Oblique. 170. The chiefs of even sections will caution the Sir Knights to march straight forward. 171. At the second command, march, all the odd sections will oblique to the right their own TACTICS AND DRILL. 59 front, which being done, the chiefs will command1. Mark Time. 2. MARCH. 172. The even seCtions having continued to march straight forward, when they shall be nearly up with the odd sections, the chief of the odd sections will command, FORWARD, and at the instant the two sections shall unite add, MARCH. To Break into Sections from Platoons, 173. The Captain-General will command1. Forgm Sections. 2. MARCH. 174. At the first command, the chiefs of the odd sections will caution their sections to march straight forward. 175. The chiefs of the second sections will command, mark time. 176. At the second command, the odd sections continue to march straight forward; the even sections will mark time. The chiefs will immediately add1. Right Oblique. 2. MARCH. 177. The last command will be given so that when the obliquing is completed, and the com 60 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR mand forward, march, is given, the sections may have their exact distance. The command FORWARD-MARCH will be given the instant the guide of the even sections shall cover the guide of the odd sections. Wheeling from a Fixed Pivot, or in Marching. 1. Section right wheel. 2. March. 178. At the second command, the Sir Knights, except the pivot man, will step off with the left foot, turning at the same time the head a little to the left, the eyes fixed on the line of eyes of the Sir Knights to the left; the pivot man will merely mark time in his place, gradually turning his body, so as to conform to the movement of the marching flank; the Sir Knight on the marching flank will take the full step of twenty-eight inches, casting his eyes along the line, and feel the Sir Knight next him lightly. 179. The other Sir Knights will feel lightly the elbow of the Sir Knight next toward the pivot, resist pressure firom the opposite side, and each conform himself to the marching flank, shortening the step according to the distance from the pivot. TACTICS AND DRILL. 61 180. In wheeling on a fixed pivot, the Sir Knights will constantly preserve the touch of the elbow toward the pivot; they will yield to pressure coming from this direction, while they resist that from the marching flank; they will cast their eyes toward the marching flank, andtake steps according to their distance from the pivot. Wheeling in Marching. 1. First Section-Right Wheel. 2. March. 181:. The first command will be given when the section is three piaces from the wheeling point. 182. At the second command, the wheel will be executed as on a fixed pivot, except that the touch of the elbow will be toward the nmarching flank (side of the guide) instead of the pivot; that the pivot man, instead of merely turning in his place, will conform himself to the movement of the marching flank, feel lightly the elbow of the next nan, take steps of full nine inches, and thus gain ground forward in describing a small curve, so as- to clear the wheeling point. 183. The wheel being completed, the Sir 62 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR Knight in command of the section will command1. Forward. 2. MARCH. 184. At the command march, given the instant the wheel is completed, the Sir Knight on the marching flank will direct himself straight to the front, and all the Knights in the section retake the full step of twenty-eight inches. TO CHANGE DIRECTION BY THE SIDE OF THE GUIDE. 185. Being in column of sections or platoon on the march, with guide to the left, to change direction to the left the Captain-General will commanIdColumn Left. 186. The chief of the first section or platoon will command1. First Section (or Platoons). 2. Left Turn. 3. MARCH. 187. The first command will be given at three paces from the turning point. 188. At the second command, given the instant the change of direction should commence, TACTICS AND DRILL. 63 the left guide will face to the left and march straight forward without changing the cadence or length of the step. All the Sir Knights will lengthen the step, and place themselves on the right, taking the touch of elbow toward the guide upon arriving in line. 189. Right turn will be similarly executed. 190. The Captain-General may always effect a change of direction by a wheel, by first changing the guide to the side opposite' the desired change, if not already there. TO FORM COLUMN OF SECTIONS OR PLATOONS FROM LINE. 191. The Commandery being in line, the Captain-General will command1. By Sections (or platoons) —Right Wheel. 2. MARCH. 192. The sections (or platoons) wheel to the right, and when the wheel is completed the chief of the section (or platoon) will commandHALT. 193. The' sections (or platoons) are then dressed to the left. 64 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR TO FORM LINE FROM COLUMN OF SECTIONS AT A HALT., 194. The column having been halted, the Captain-General will 3 2 1 3 2 1 commandILeft into Line Wheel. 19ff. At this command the right guides will caution the seci tions to left wheel,. when the Cap-.......- tain-General will comnmand-.8 +MARCH. 11 9 10 196. The sections will then wheel to the left into line, the Standardl. Guard wheeling at the' same time, and taking position to the front. 3'' * *'~ s 197.' The Eminent Commander and Staff oblique to the left, and come in line according to rank. 198. The adjoining diagram *S" * ff' * * illustrates the mqvement: TACTICS AND DRILL. 65 TO FORM COLUMN OF THREES FROM PLATOONS. 199. Being in column of platoons, right in front, to march to the front in column of threes the Captain-General will command1. Right Forward. 2. Threes Right. 3. MARCH. 4. Guide Left. 200. At the command mtarch, the right three of each platoon will march straight to the front, shortening the first three or four steps; the other threes will wheel to the right. The second threes will wheel to the left as soon as its first wheel is completed, and follow the first three. The remaining threes will follow to the left on the same ground. 201. The movement will be similarly executed by the left at the command1. Left Forward. 2. Threes Left. 3. MARCH. 4. Guide Right. FORM SINGCLE RANK. 202. Being in column of threes, to march in single rank the Captain-General will command1. Form Single Rank. 2. MARCH. 5 66 K'NIGHTS TEMPLAR 203. At the second command, number one Sir Knights will march steadily forward; number two and three will shorten their step, and fall in the rear of number one. FORM THREES FROM SINGLE RANK. 204. The Captain-General will command — 1. Form Threes. 2. MARCH. 205. At the command march, number two ~and three Sir Knights will oblique to the left, lengthen the step, and resume their position in column of threes. 206. The Commandery being in march in single rank, to form it in sections or platoons the Captain-General will command1. By Sections (or Platoons) into Line. 2. MARCH. 207. At the second command, the Sir Knight on the right of each section (or platoon) will march straight forward; the rear Sir Knights will advance the right shoulder, lengthen the step, and move into line by the shortest route, taking care to arrive on the line one after the other. As soon as the formation is complete, the Captain-General will command, Guide left. TACTICS AND DRILL..67 208. Being in column of sections or platoons, to form single rank the Captain-General will commaand1.. Right (or.Left) Flank. 2. By File Left (or Right). 3. MARCH. 209. At the command march each Sir Knight will 3 2 1 3 2 1. face to the right (or left). * $, $, $ —* The Sir Knight of the lead3 i ing flank will immediately file to the left (or right); all the rear Sir Knights will file **** x'* 7 on the same ground. ON RIGHT INTO LINE. 11 9 10, 210. Being in column of sections or platoons right in * *. * *~~* front, the Captain-General wishing to form line on the right will command-' 1. On the Right into Line. * **** *,- 8 2. Guide Right. i 211. At the second command the Sir Knights will guide right, and continue to * * * ~* * march straight forward. 68 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR 212. The Captain-General having given the second command, will move to the point where the right of the line ought to rest, and place himself facing the point of direction to the left which he will choose. 213. The head of the column being nearly opposite the Captain-General, the chief of the section or platoon will command1. (such) Section (or Platoon). 2. Right Turn. 3. MARCH. 214. At the third command, the first section (or platoon) will turn to the right, in conformity to the principles prescribed for right turn. When the right guide shall be near the line, he will command1. (such) Section (or Platoon). 2. HALT. 215. At the command halt, which will be given the instant the right of the section (or platoon) shall arrive on the line, the section (or platoon) will halt, and the Sir Knights not yet in line will come up promptly and place themselves in line without the command, right dress. 216. The second section (or platoon) will continue to march straight forward, until its TACTICS AND DRILL. 69 right guide shall arrive opposite to the left file of the first; it will then turn to the right at the command of its chief, and march on the line, as prescribed for the first section or platoon. 217. In executing the right turn, and in marching on the line, the Sir Knights will arrive on the line one after the other, and immediately align themselves without command. 218. A column marching left in front will form on the left into line, according to the same principles, and by inverse means, at this command1. On the Left into Line. 2. Guide Left. 219. If marching in column of threes, the Captain-General will give the command of march, when each three will turn to the right at the proper place, number one being the guide. FRONT INTO LINE. 220. Being in column of threes, in march, to form line to the front the Captain-General will command1. Right (or Left) Front into Line. 2. MARCH. 3. Guide Left (or Right). 70 XNIGHTS TEMPLAR 221. At the command march, the first three will march straight to the front, shortening the step; the other threes will lengthen the step, oblique to the right (or left) till opposite their. intervals, then march to the front, taking, upon arriving in line, the touch of elbow toward the guide. The guide will be announced immediately after the command march. 222. Being in column of threes, right in front, the Captain-General, desiring to form platoons, will commandi. By Platoons. 2. Left Front into Line. 3. MARCH. 4. Guide Left. 223. At the third command, the right three of each platoon march straight forward, shortening the step; all the rear threes oblique to the left till opposite their'intervals, lengthening the step, etc., as explained above. TO FORM CROSS. 224. Being in column of sections, the Captain-General will command1. Formn Cross. 2. MARCH. TACTICS AND DRILL. 71 225. At the first command, each Sir Knight in charge of sections will command as followsFirst Section. Right flank, file left. Second Section. Right oblique. Third Section. Forward. Guide right. Fourth Section. Right flank, file left. Fifth Section. Right flank, file left. 226. At the command march, each section will execute the movement indicated. The Sir Knight on the right of the first section shortens the step, for a few paces, to allow the rear sections to gain distance; the second section, as soon as it has obliqued its own front, will forward-march, and align itself on the Standard Guard; the Standard Guard having obliqued to the right, so that the Standard Bearer is directly in the rear of the left of the first section, the third section will gain distance and align itself also on the Standard, when the guide will be for the second and third sections, center. The fourth and fifth sections gain distance and march directly in rear of the Standard Bearer. 72 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR 4 2 * ****' 3 oo oo 11 9 1O.$*$* * *. 8 ** ** *~o To o TACTICS AND DRILL. 73 To Form Sections. 227. Marching in the form of a Cross' the Captain-General will command1. Form Sections. 2. MARCH. 4 2 3 "" "` "s''.7 * * * * * * 11 9 10* * * * * *,s,,,','..~ \r'5 \'5 \\ \ \8 *\ \ \ 74 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR 228. At the first command, the chiefs of sections will order as followsFirst Section. Into line. Second Section. Left oblique. Third Section. Miark time. Fourth Section. Into line. Fifth Section. Into line. 229. At the command march, the third sedtion and Standard Guard will mark time until the second section is uncovered, and resume the forward when their proper section distance is gained. The fourth and fifth sections will also shorten step until the position is gained. As soon as the movement is complete the guide will be left. To Form Double or Triple Cross. 230. Should there be more than five sections, a double cross can be formed with seven sections, and a triple cross with ten sections. In forming Double Cross, the commands for sections will be as followsFirst Section. Right flank, file left. Second Section. Right oblique. Third Section. Forward. Guide right. Fourth Section. Right flank, file right. TACTICS AND DRILL. 75 Fifth Section. Right oblique. Sixth Section. Forward. Guide right. Seventh Section. Ri.qht flank, file left. 231. The fifth and sixth sections align themselves on the Sir Knight on the left of the fourth section. To Form Triple Cross. 232. The first seven sections the same as above; the Eighth Section. Right oblique. Ninth Section. Forward. Guide right. Tenth Section. Right flank, file left. 233. In this, the Standard should be between the fifth and sixth sections. 234. When there are ten sections, the first five sections may march in the Cross, and the rear five in the Triangle. If there should be more than ten sections, the above hints will answer for the different formations of a large body of Sir Knights. BEING IN. COLUMN OF THREES TO FORM TRIANGLE. 235. For this movement, the Sir Knights on the right of each division has command of that division. 76 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR 236. The Captain-General will command1. Form Triangle. 2. MARCH. 237. At the first command, the Sir Knights in charge of each division will command1. First Division. 2. Posts. 1. Second Division. 2. Mark Time. 1. Third Division. 2. Posts. 238. At the command march, the chiefs of the first and third divisions will march steadily forward. Each number one Sir Knight will oblique to the right until his left shoulder is exactly in the rear of right shoulder of the Sir Knight in front of him, and march forward. In the same manner each number three Sir Knight will oblique to the left until his right shoulder is exactly in the rear of the left shoulder of the Sir Knight in front of him, and march forward, both divisions lengthening the step and closing up to half distance of threes. The chief of second division marks time, and all number two Sir Knights close up on him, at single rank distance, and then mark time. The Standard Bearer stepping out and marching forward until he has cleared the right of the second division, will, with the Sword Bearer TACTICS AND DRILL. 77 and Warder, march in the center of the triangle. As soon as the second division has closed up, the chief of that division will command1. Into Line. 2. MARCH. 239. And as soon as they shall have arrived,in line, command1. Right oblique. 2. MARCH. 3. Forward. 4. MARCH. 5. Guide right. 4 2 * * 3 * * *'7 i 1t 910 * * r *t 8c * ***** * ** 78 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR To Form Column of Threes from Triangle. 240. The Captain-General will command1. Form Column. 2. MARCH. 241. The chiefs of each division will command1. First Division. 2. Posts. 1. Second Division. 2. Right flank, file left. 1. Third Division. 2. Posts. 242. At the command march, the first and third divisions will oblique to their posts, those in the rear shortening their step to gain full distance of threes. The second division flank to the right and march to the left, and gain their position gradually by lengthening the step. Double Rank Formation. 243. All the instructions given in this work have reference to the single rank formation. 244. When a Commandery numbers one hundred or more Sir Knights, the double rank formation can be used. The distance between the ranks should be sixteen inches. 245. If in two ranks, wishing to count off, the Captain-General will command1. Each rank. 2. COUNT THREES. TACTICS AND DRILL. 79 246. Having called off, either at a halt or marching, to march by the right flank, the Captain-General will command1. Threes right. 2. MARCH. 3. Forward. 4. Guide left. 247. At the command mdcirch, each three will wheel to the right on a fixed pivot, the rear rank Sir Knights simply covering their file leaders. 248. At the command forward, given the instant the wheel shall be completed, all the threes will step off, the front rank of each taking steps of twenty-eight inches, the rear rank shortening the step till they gain the distance of about twenty-four inches from the fiont rank. 249. At the command guide left, each rank will dress to the left. 250. Whenever the lines are formed, the rear rank will close up to the distance of sixteen inches. 251. All movements in the front rank formation are made by the same commands as in single rank, and the simple example given will answer for all movements. 80 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR 252. In this formation the Senior and Junior Wardens will act as guides, whenever the ranks are opened, and at the command FRONT, step out to the line of officers. DRESS PARADE OF A COMMANDERY. 253. The band or field music will take post on the right, the left of the front rank at ten paces from the right flank of the commandery. 254. All forms of ceremony may be executed in single rank by the same commands as in double ranks. 255. *The line being formed, commencing on the right, the Generalissimo and CaptainGeneral will then successfully face about and command256. 1. (Such) Division. 2. PARADE REST; resume their front, and stand at Parade rest. 257. The left division having come to the parade rest, the adjutant will order the music *When two more Commanderies are in line, the E. C. of each Commandery takes his position in front of the center of his Commandery, the Gen. and C. G. taking their positions at the command of Rear, open order —MARCH. TACTICS AND DRILL. 8L to beat off, when it will commence on the right, beat in fiont of the line to the left, and back to its place on the right, when it will cease. The adjutant will then step two paces to the front, face to the left, and command1. Attention, SIR KNIGHTS. 2. Prepare to open ranks. 3. Rear, open order. 4. MARCH. 258. At the words Sir EKnights, the commandery will resume the carry swords. 259. At the third command, the guard on the right of each Division, and the left of the left division, will place himself four paces in the rear. 260. At the fourth command, the ranks will be opened, the adjutant aligning the rear rank; the Wardens, at the same time, will place themselves four paces in f-iont. 261. The adjutant, seeing the ranks aligned, will commandFRONT. 262. He will then pass along the front of the commandery to its center, turn to the right, and march to a point midway between the line of officers and the Eminent Commander, when he will halt, face about, and command6 82 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR Present —SWORDS. 263. At which swords will be presented, officers saluting. This done, the adjutant will face about, salute the Eminent Commander, and report: " Sir, the parade is formed." The adjutant will then, on the intimation, " Ta/ke your post, Sir," takes his post three paces to the left and one to the rear of the Eminent Commander, passing round his rear. 264. The Eminent Commander, while the band is playing, will stand at parade rest, with his arms folded, in which position he will continue until swords are about to be presented, when he will come to attention, and acknowledge the salute by touching his hat; the adjutant having taken his post, he will draw his sword, command: 1. Carry- -SwonDs, and add such exercises in the manual of swords as he may desire, concluding with, ReturnSWORDS.'.Officers will stand *at the' carry during the manual, and at the return sword they will drop the point to the ground. 2(;5. He will then return his sword, and direct the adjutant to receive the reports. 266. The adjutant will now pass round the Eminent Commander to the right, advance TACTICS AND DRILL. 83 toward the line, halt midway between him and the line of officers, and commandI. *Guards to the front and center. 2. MARCH. 267. At the first command, the Guards will draw swords, step two paces to the front, and face inward. At the second command, they will march to the center and halt, when the adjutant will command1. FRONT. 2. REPORT. 268. At the second command, each in succession, beginning on the right, will salute by bringing the sword to a present, and will then report the result of the roll-call. 269. The reports being made, the adjutant will command1. Guards outward-FACE. 2. To yourpostsMIARCH. 270. At the command march, the guards will resume their places, and return swords. The adjutants will now face the Eminent Commander, salute and report. 271. The Eminent Commander will next *The Guards are the right guides of each Division or Commandery, and do the duty of Sergeants. 84 K1NIGHTS TEMPLAR, direct the orders to be published, when the adjutant will face -about, and commandAttention to Orders. 272. He will then read the orders, after which he will face to the Eminent Commander, salute, and report. The Eminent Commander will then direct him to dismiss the parade, at which he will face to the line and commandPARADE IS DISMISSED. 273. At this command, all the officers will return their swords, and face inward; they will then step off at the same time with, and close upon the adjutant, who will place himself in the line of officers; the officers having closed, the adjutant will command1. FRONT. 2. Forward. 3. MARCH. 274. At the third command, they will march to the front, dressing on the center, the band playing; arrived at six paces from the Enlinent Commander, the adjutant will command: HALT. 275. Upon which the officers will halt and salute, the adjutant and the officers to his right raising the right hand, those to the left, the TACTICS AND DRILL. 85 left. The hands will remain at the visor till the salute shall be acknowledged, and will drop at the same time with the hand of the Eminent Commander. The Eminent Commander will then give such instructions as he may deem necessary, which will conclude the ceremony. 276. As the officers disperse, the guards will close the ranks of their respective Divisions, and march them to the armory, where they will be dismissed, the band continuing to play until the commandery clear the parade ground. REVIEW BY GRAND COMMANDER. 277. The Grand Commander will take his post in front of the center of the line. 278. The lines being in order, the G. C. G. will command — 1. Prepare for Review. 2. Rear Open Order. 3. MARCH. 279. At the third command the ranks will be opened, the G. C. G. aligning the Sir Knights in the front rank, the G. S. W. aligning the rear rank. The officers will advance four paces 86 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR to the front, as at parade; the standard bearer and guard will advance to the line of officers. 280. The G. C. G., seeing the ranks aligned, will command Front, and place himself, facing to the front, six paces in front of the line of officers, opposite the center of the line. The Grand Commander will now approach a few paces toward the G. C. G., and halt, when the G. C. G. will face about and commandPresent —SoRDS. 281. After which the Sir Knights will present, and officers salute; the standard will also salute. The G. C. G. will then face about and salute. 282. The Grand Commander will acknowledge the salute, and commandCarry-SWORDS. 283. The Grand Commander will then proceed to the right of the line, and will pass in front of the officers to the left, returning to the right by the rear. While the Grand Commander is going round the line, the band will play, ceasing when he leaves the right to return to his station; the G. C. G., at the same time, will command TACTICS AND DRILL. 87 1. Close Order. 2. MARCI. 284. At the first command, the officers and standard bearer will face about, and, at the second command, will return to their places. 28-5. The Grand Commander having taken his position, the G. C. G. will commandl1. By Sections (or Platoons) Right Wheel. 2. MARCH.* 3. Pass it Review. 4 Column Forward. 5. Guide Right. 6. MARCH. 286. At the second command, the Commanderies will break into column by sections (or platoons); the band will take position ten paces in front of the right of the line. 287. At the sixth command the column will step off, the band playing; the column will change direction at the points indicated, the G. C. G. taking his place five paces in front of the officers immediately after the second change. The band having passed the Grand Commnander, will wheel to the left out of the column, and will take post in front of and tfcin(r the Grand Commander, continuing to play till the rear of the column shall have * The,eetions or platoons will be halted by the C. G. of each Commandery on the comapletion of the wheel, and dressed, 88 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR passed, when it will cease, and then return to its original position before the review. 288. All officers will salute the Grand Commander when at six paces fromn him, recovering the sword when six paces past him. In saluting they will cast their eyes toward. him. The standard bearer will also salute. 289. The G. C. G., having saluted, will place himself on the right of the Grand Commander, where he will remain until the left of the column shall have passed, when he will return to his position before the review. The head of the column having executed a second change of direction to the left, after having passed the Grand Commlander, the G. C. G. will commandGuide Left. 290. And when it shall arrive on the original ground, he will form it in line to the left, open the ranks as in the previous case, and salute; which being acknowledged, will terminate the review. 291. In passing in review the second time there is no saluting. TACTICS AND DRILL. 89 Reception and Escort to other Commanderies. 292. The Commandery to perform escort duty proceed to the place where they are to receive a visiting Commandery, and form in liile faced to the front. 293. The visiting Commandery will then be notified that the escort is awaiting their pleasure, when they will march' past the receiving Commandery, halt, and face to the front. The receiving Comimandlery will present swords while the visiting body is passing. The officers of the visiting Commandery salute, and the Sir Knights pass at a carry. 294. The receiving Conimandery then break into column of threes or sections, and march past the visiting Comnlandery (the same manual being observed as before), who will fall in their rear as soon as their left has passed. 295. Arriving at the destination, the receiving Commandery will come to the front and preseint, the visitors marching past (officers saluting as before) into their quarters. Position of Officers of a Commandery in Line. 8 * ** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 11 9 10 ***** 3 3 2 1 7 3 4 2 1 Position of Officers of a Commandery for Dress Parade. 1 3 2 F 2s * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 11 9 10 ** ********* 7 Adj. 6 54 Position of Officers Marching in Column of Threes. * * * * * AS * * - ) be 3 Position of Officers in Marching in Column of Sections. can~~~~~~~~~~~~~~c * * * * * *0 * * * * *A *f * * * Go -~~c ~ 92..KNIGHTS TEMPLAR Position' of Officelrs in Marching Single Cross. 4 2 * 6 5 3 * * 7 * * * * * * * 1t 9 10 * * *, * * * * ~~8 TACTICS AND DRILL. 93 t- * * * * * * * * * * * * S' ~~* * * * * * r2~~~~~~~~~~~~~3 C ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 3~ j ~~~~* * C~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~C Pa * * 9 ~ ~~~ * h~~~~~~~~~ p* o~~~~ o V * oz * *.F~~~ U: ~ C) ~C'~* * o ~~~* * o X ~~* * %~~~ *k * 94 WORKING TEXT FOR THE ORDERS. WORKING TEXT FOR THE ORDERS. 1 \ KNIGHT OF THEE RED CROSS. 95 OFFICERS OF COUNCIL OF KNIGHTS OF THE RED CROSS. Sovereign Master, representing King Darius, in the East; Chancellor, on the right, ill the East; Master of the Palace, on the left, in the East; Prelate, on the right of the Chancellor; Master of Cavalry, on the right, in front of the Master of Finances, on the right of the first division when separately formed, and on the right of the whole when formed in line; Master of Infantry, on the left, in front of the Master of Dispatches, on the -right of the second division when separately formed, and on the left of the whole when formed in line; Master of Finances, on the right, in front of the Chancellor; Master of Dispatches, on the left, in front of the Master of the Palace; Standard Bearer, in the West; Sword Bearer, on the right of the Standard Bearer; Warder, on the left of the Standard Bearer; three Guards at the several passes; and Sentinel, outside the door. PRAYER AT OPENING A COUNCIL. O Thou eternal, immortal, and invisible God; we would desire to come into Thy presence, at this time, with grateful hearts, to render thanks and praise for the wonderful display of Thy goodness and mercy. Be Thou pleased, 0 God, to be with Thy servants who are now assembled in Thy name; lift upon each one of us the light of Thy countenance; defend us from the evil intentions of our enemies, while traveling the journey of life; and when we shall finally come into Thy presence, to be freed from the chains 96 WORKING TEXT FOR THE ORDERS. Of sin, and the sackcloth of repentance, be Thou merciful unto us, O God, not according to our deserts, but according to our necessities; and Thine shall be the praise, forever and ever. Amen. Response.-So mote it be. READING OF SCRIPTURE. Now in the second year of their coming unto the house of God at Jerusalem, in the second month, began Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, and Jeshua, the son of Jozadak, and the remnant of their brethren, the priests and Levites, and all they that were come out of the captivity unto Jerusalem; and appointed the Levites, from twenty years old and upwads, to set forward the work of the house of the Lord. Then stood Jeshua, with his sons and his brethren, Kadiniel, and his sons, the sons of Judah, together, to set forward the workmen in the house of God; the sons of Henedad, with their sons and brethren, the Levites. And when the builders laid the foundation of the temple of the Lord, they set the priests in their apparel with trumpets, and the Levites, the sons of Asaph, with cymbals, to praise the Lord, after the ordinance of David, King of Israel. And they sang together by course, in praising and giving thanks unto the Lord, because he is good, for his mercy endureth forever toward Israel. And all the people shouted with a great shout when they praised the Lord, because the foundation of the house of the Lord was laid.-E-zra iii.: 8-11. Now when the adversaries of Judah and Benjamin KNIGIHT OF THE RED CROSS. 97 heard that the children of the captivity builded the temple unto the Lord God of Israel, then they came to Zerubbabel, and to the chief of the fathers, and said unto them, Let us build with you; for we seek your God as ye do; and we do sacrifice unto him, since the days of Esarhaddon, king of Assur, which brought us up hither. But Zerubbabel and Jeshua, and the rest of the chief of the fathers of Israel, said unto them, ye have nothing to do with us to build an house unto our God; but we ourselves together will build unto the Lord God of Israel, as king Cyrus, the king of Persia, hath commanded us. Then the people of the land weakened the hands of the people of Judah, and troubled them in building, and hired counsellors against them, to frustrate their purpose, all the days of Cyrus, king of Persia, even until the reign of Darius, king of Persia. And in the reign of Ahasuerus, in the beginning of his reign, wrote they unto him an accusation against the inhabitants of Judah and Jerusalem. And in the days of Artaxerxes wrote Bishlam, Mithredath, Tabeel, and the rest of their companions, unto Artaxerxes, king of Persia; and the writing of the letter was written in the Syrian tongue, and interpreted in the Syrian tongue: Rehum, the Chancellor, and Shimshai, the scribe, wrote a letter against Jerusalem to Artaxerxes, the king, in this sort: This is the copy of the letter that they sent unto him, even unto Artaxerxes, the king: —Thy servants, the men on this side of the river, and at such a time. Be it known unto the king, that the Jews, which came up from thee to us, are come into 7 98 WORKING TEXT FOR THE ORDERS. Jerusalem, building the rebellious and the bad city, and have set up the walls thereof, and joined the foundations. Be it known now unto the king, that if this city be builded, and the walls set up again, then will they not pay toll, tribute and custom, and so thou shalt endamage the revenue of the kings. Now because we have maintained from the king's palace, and it was not meet for us to see the king's dishonor, therefore have we sent and certified the king; that search may be made in the book of the records of thy fathers: so that thou find in the book of the records, and know that this city is a rebellious city, and hurtful unto kings and provinces, and that they have moved sedition within the same of old time; for which cause was this city destroyed. We certify the king, that if this city be builded again, and the walls thereof set up, by this means thou shalt have no portion on this side of the river. Then sent the king an answer unto Rehum, the chancellor, and to Shimshai, the scribe, and to the rest of their companies that dwell in Samaria, and unto the rest beyond the river, Peace, and at such a time. The letter which ye sent us bath been plainly read before me. And I commanded, and search hath been made, and it is found that this city of old time hath made insurrection against kings, and that rebellion and sedition have been made therein. There have been mighty kings also over Jerusalem, which have ruled over all countries beyond the river; and toll, tribute and custom was paid unto them. Give ye now commandment to cause these men to cease, and that the city be not builded, until another KNIGHT OF THE RED CROSS. 99 commandment be given from me. Take heed now that ye fail not to do this: why should damage grow to the hurt of kings? Now, when the copy of king Artaxerxes' letter was read before Rehum, and Shimshai, the scribe, and their companions, they went up in haste to Jerusalem, unto the Jews, and made them to cease by force and power. Then ceased the work of the house of God, which is at Jerusalem. So it ceased unto the second year of the reign of Darius, king of Persia —Ezra iv. THE ROYAL BANQUET. Darius, in the first year of his reign, gave a splendid and magnificent entertainment to the princes and nobility; and after they had retired, finding himself unable to sleep, he fell into discourse with his three favorite officers, to whom he proposed certain questions, telling them, at. the same time, that he who should give him the -most satisfactory answer should be clothed in purple. drink in a golden cup, wear a silken tiara, and a golden chain about his neck. lie then proposed this question: —Which is the greatest, the strength of ioinae, of the king, or of woomern? On the following day the king assembled together the princes and nobility, to hear the question debated; and having placed himself upon the royal seat of judgment, he called upon them to make a public defense of their several opinions. 100 WORKING TEXT FOR THE ORDERS. THE STRENGTH OF WINE. 0 ye princes and rulers, how exceeding strong is wine! it causeth all men to err that drink it; it maketh the mind of the king and the beggar to be all one; of the bondman and freeman; of the poor man and of the rich; it turneth also every thought into jollity and mirth, so that a man remembereth neither sorrow nor debt; it changeth and elevateth the spirits, and enliveneth the heavy hearts of the miserable. It maketh a man forget his brethren, and draw his sword against his best friends 0 ye princes and rulers, is not wine the strongest, that forceth us to do these things? THE POWER OF KINGS. It is beyond dispute, 0 princes and rulers, that God has made man master of all things under the sun; to command them, to make use of them, and. to apply them to his service as he pleases: but whereas men have only dominion over other sublunary creatures, kings have an authority even over men themselves, and a right of ruling them by will and pleasure. Now, he that is master of those who are masters of all things else, hath no earthly thing above him. THE POWER OF WOMEN, AND OF TRUTH. 0 princes and rulers, the force of wine is not to be denied, neither is that of kings, that unites so many men in one common bond of allegiance, but the supereminency of women is yet above all this: for kings are but the gifts of women, and they are also the KNIGHT OF THE RED CROSS. 101 mothers of those that cultivate our vineyards. Women have the power to make us abandon our very country and relations, and many times to forget the best friends we have in the world, and forsaking all other comforts, to live and die with them. But when all is said, neither they, nor wine, nor kings, are comparable to the almighty force of truth. As for all other things, they are mortal and transient, but truth alone is unchangeable and everlasting; the benefits we receive from it are subject to no variations or vicissitudes of time and fortune. In her judgment is no unrighteousness, and she is the strength, wisdom, power and majesty of all ages. Blessed be the God of truth. R:sponse.-Great is truth, and mighty above all things. Ask what thou wilt, and I will give it thee, because thou art found wisest among thy companions. THE KING'S VOW. O king, remember thy vow, which thou hast vowed, to build Jerusalem in the day when thou shouldst come to thy kingdom, and to restore the holy vessels which were taken away out of Jerusalem. Thou hast also vowed to build up the temple, which was burned when Judah was made desolate by the Chaldees. And'now, 0 king, this is that I desire of thee, that thou make good the vow, the performance whereof with thine own mouth thou hast vowed to the King of Heaven. 102 WORKING TEXT FOR THE ORDERS. OFFICERS OF A COMMiANDERY OF KNIGHTS TEMPLAR. Eminent Commander, in the East; Generalissimo, on the right, in the East; Captain-General, on the left, in the East; Prelate, on the right of the Generalissimo; Senior Warden, on the right, in front of the KNIGHT TEMPLAR. 103 Treasurer, on the right of the first division when separately formed, and on the right of the whole when formed in line; Junior Warden, on the left, in front of the Recorder, on the right of the second division when separately formed, and on the left of the whole when formed in line; Treasurer, on the right, in front of the Generalissimo; Recorder, on the left, in front of the Captain-General; Standard Bearer, Sword Bearer, Warder, Three Guards, and Sentinel, the same as in a Council of Knights of the Red Cross. PRAYER AT OPENING A COMMANDERY. Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy Name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us-from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever and ever. Amen. EXHORTATION AT OPENING. My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not, and it shall be given him. But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering, for he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea, driven with the wind, and 104 WORKING TEXT FOR THE ORDERS. tossed. For let not that man think that he shall receive anything of the Lord. A double-minded man is unstable in all his ways. Let not the brother of low degree rejoice in that he is exalted. If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, that manl's religion is vain. Pure religion and undefiled, before God and the Father, is this: To visit the fatherless and the widows in their affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world.-Jances i.: 2-10, 26, 27. 1. Exhortation............... I greet thee. Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I unto thee. Hearken to a lesson to cheer thee on thy way, and assure thee of success. And Abraham rose up early in the morning, and took bread and a bottle of water and gave it unto Hagar (putting it on her shoulder) and the child, and sent her away, and she departed and wandered in the wilderness, and the water was spent in the bottle, and she cast the child under one of the shrubs; and the angel of God called to Hagar out of Heaven, saying, Arise, lift up the lad and hold him in thine hand, for I will make him a great nation; and God opened her eyes, and she saw a well of water. By faith Abraham sojourned in the land of promise as in a strange country, dwelling in tabernacles; for he KNIGHT TEMPLAR. 105 looked for a city which had foundations, whose builder and maker is God. Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children, rejoicing in the Lord always; and again I say, rejoice. Farewell........... God speed thee on thy way. 2. Exhortation............... I greet thee. - - - If a brother or sister be naked and destitute of daily food, and one of you say, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled, and ye give them not of those things which are needful for the body, what doth it profit? To do good and communicate, forget not, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased. Beware, lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the traditions of men; after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ: for in him dwelleth all the fullness of the godhead bodily. Farewell.............. God speed thee on thy way. 3. Exhortat:0on.............. I greet thee. He that receiveth you receiveth me, and he that receiveth me receiveth him that sent me. Come unto me all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn o: me, for I am meek and lowly in heart, and ye shall find rest unto your souls, for my yoke is easy and my burden is light. Whosoever shall give to drink unto one of these little ones a cup of cold water only, in 106 WORKING TEXT FOR THE ORDERS. the name of a disciple, verily I say unto you he shall in no wise lose his reward. Farewell............. God speed thee on thy way. TILE APOSTACY OF JUDAS ISCARIOT. Then one of the twelve called Judas Iscariot, went unto the chief priests, and said unto them, What will ye give me, and I will deliver him unto you? And they covenanted with him for thirty pieces of silver. And from that time he sought opportunity to betray him. Now the first day of the feast of unleavened bread, the disciples came unto Jesus, saying unto him, where wilt thou that we prepare for thee to eat the passover? And he said, Go into the city to such a man, and say unto him, The master saith, My time is at hand; I will keep the passover at thy house with my disciples. And the disciples did as Jesus had appointed them, and they made ready the passover. Now when the even was come, he sat down with the twelve. And as they did eat, he said, Verily I say unto you, that one of you shall betray me. And they were exceeding sorrowful, and began every one of them to say unto him, Lord, is it I? And he answered and said, He that dippeth his hand with me in the dish, the same shall betray me. The Son of man goeth, as it is written of him: but wo unto that mau by whom the Son of man is betrayed! It had been good for that man if he had not been born. Then Judas, which betrayed him, answered and said, Master, is it I? He said unto him, Thou hast said./Matt. xxvi. 14-25, 36-49. KNIGHT TEMPLAR. 107 THE BITTER CUP. Then cometh Jesus with them unto a place called Gethsemane, and saith unto the disciples, Sit ye here, while I go and pray yonder. And he took with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and'began to be sorrowful and very heavy. Then saith he unto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful, even unto death: tarry ye here, and watch with me. And he went a little further, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as thou wilt. And he cometh unto the disciples, and findeth them asleep, and saith unto Peter, What! could -ye not watch with me one hour? Watch and pray that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak. He went away again the second time, and prayed, saying, 0 my Father, if this cup may not pass away- from me, except I drink it, thy will be done. And he came and found them asleep again; for their eyes were heavy. And he left them, and went away again, and prayed the third time, saying the same words. Then cometh he to his disciples, and saith unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: behold, the hour is at hand, and the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners. Rise, let us be going: behold he is at hand that doth betray me. And while he yet spake, lo, Judas, one of the twelve, came, and with himva great multitude, with swords and staves, from the chief priests and elders of the people. Now he that betrayed him gave 108 WORKING TEXT FOR THE ORDERS. them a sign, saying, Whomsoever I shall kiss, that same is he: hold him fast. And forthwith he came to Jesus, and said, Hail, master; and kissed him. THE CRUCIFIXION. 3When Pilate saw that he could prevail nothing, but rather a tumult was made, he took water, and washed his hands before the multitude, saying, I am innocent of the blood of this just person; see ye to it. Then answered all the people and said, His blood be on us, and on our children. Then released. he Barabbas unto them: and when he had scourged Jesus, he delivered him to be crucified. Then the soldiers of the governor took Jesus into the common hall, and gathered unto him the whole band of soldiers. And they stripped him, and put on him a scarlet robe. And when they had platted a crown of thorns, they put it upon his head, and a reed in his right hand: and they bowed the knee before him, and mocked him, saying, Hail king of the Jews! And they spit upon him, and took the reed and smote him on the head. And after that they had mocked him, they took the robe off from him and put his own raiment on him, and led him away to crucify him. And as they came out, they found a man of Cyrene, Simon by name: him they compelled to bear his cross. And when they were come unto a place called Golgotha, that is to say, A place of a skull, they gave him vinegar to drink, mingled with gall: and when he had tasted thereof he would not drink. And they crucified him, and parted his garments, casting lots. And sitting KNIGHT TEMPLAR. 109 down, they watched him there; and set up over his head his accusation written, This is Jesus the RKing of the Jews. —iatt. xxvii. 24-36. THE RESURRECTION AND ASCENSION. Although it is appointed unto all men once to die, yet, as the Scriptures inform, the Saviour of the world arose from the dead and ascended up into heaven, there forever seated on the throne of majesty on high, so they also assure us, that all who have received Him for their righteousness and put their trust in Him, shall rise to life everlasting.' In the end of the Sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalene, and the other Mary, to see the sepulchre. And behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door and sat upon it. His countenance was like lightning, and his raiment white as snow: And for fear,of him the keepers did shake and become as dead men And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus which is crucified. He is not here, for he has risen as he said. Come see the place where the Lord lay: and go quickly and tell his disciples that he is risen from the dead; and behold, he goeth before you into Galilee: there shall ye see him: lo, I have told you. And they departed quickly from the sepulchre with fear and great joy, and did run to bring his disciples word. And as they went to tell his disciples, behold Jesus met them, saying, All hail. And 110 WORKING TEXT FOR THE ORDERS. they came and held him by the feet and worshipped him. And he led them out as far as Bethany; and he lifted up his hands and blessed them. And it came to pass while he blessed them, he was parted from them and carried up into heaven. And they worshipped him, and returned to Jerusalem with great joy."2 THE ELECTION OF MATTHIAS. And in those days Peter stood up in the midst of the disciples, and said (the number of the names together were about one hundred and twenty), Men and brethren, this Scripture must needs have been fulfilled, which the Holy Ghost, by the mouth of David, spake before, concerning Judas, which was guide io them that took Jesus. For he was numbered with us, and had obtained a part of this ministry. Now this man purchased a field with the reward of his iniquity; and, falling headlong, he burst asunder in the midst, and all his bowels gushed out. And it was known unto all the dwellers at Jerusalem: insomuch as that field is called, in their proper tongue, Aceldama, that is to say, the field of blood. For it is written in the Book of Psalms, Let his habitation be desolate, and no man dwell therein; and his bishopric let another take. Wherefore, of these men which have companied with us all the time that the Lord Jesus went in and out among us. beginning from the baptism of John, unto that same day that he was taken up from us, must one be ordained to be a witness with us of his resurrection. And they appointed two, Joseph, called Barsabas, who was surnamed KNIGHT TEMPLAR. 11 Justus, and Matthias. And they prayed and said, Thou, Lord, which knowest the hearts of all men, shew whether of these two thou hast chosen, that he may take part of this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas by transgression fell. that he might go to his own place. And they gave forth their lots: and the lot fell upon Matthias; and he was numbered with the eleven apostles.- Acts i: 15-26. EXHORTATION AT CLOSING. Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the'whole armor of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities and powers; ]against the rulers of the darkness of the world; against spiritual darkness in high places. Wherefore tak unto you the whole armor of God, that ye may able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand, therefore, with your loins grt about with truth. And having on the breastpltzte of righteousness. And your. feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace. Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith you shall be able to quench the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation. And the szoord of the Spirit, which is the word of God. —ph. vi: 10-17. 112'WORKING TEXT FOR THE ORDERS. OFFICERS OF A COUNCIL OF KNIGHTS OF MALTA. Eminent Commander, Generalissimo, Captain-General, Prelate, Senior Warden, Junior Warden, Treasurer, Recorder, First Guard, Second Guard, Standard Bearer, Sword Bearer, Warder, and Sentinel. KNIGHT OF MALTA. 113 THE SHIPWRECK OF ST. PAUL. And when they were escaped, then they knew that the island was called Melita. - And the barbarous people showed us no little kindness: for they kindled a fire and received us every one; because of the present rain, and because of the cold. And when Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks, and laid them on the fire, there came a viper out of the heat and fastened on his hand. And when the barbarians saw the venomous beast hang on his hand, they said among themselves, No doubt this man is a murderer, whom, though he hath escaped the sea, yet vengeance suffereth not to live. And he shook off the beast into the fire, and felt no harm. Howbeit, they looked when he should have swollen, or fallen down dead suddenly; but after they had looked a great while, and saw no harm_ come to him, they changed their minds, and said that he was a god. —Acts xxviii: 1-6. And Pilate wrote a title, and put it on the cross. And the writing was, Jesus of Nazareth the King of the Jews.-John xix: 19. THE UNBELIEF OF THOMAS. But Thomas, one of the twelve, called Didymus, was not with them when Jesus came. The other disciples, therefore, said unto him, We have seen the Lord. But he said unto them, Except I shall see in his hands the print of the nails, and put my finger into the print of the nails, and thrust my hand into his side, I will not believe. And after eight days, 8 114 WORKING TEXT FOR THE ORDERS. again his disciples were within, and Thomas with them. Then came Jesus, the doors being shut, and stood in the midst, and said, Peace be with you. Then said he to Thomas, Reach hither thy finger, and behold my hands: and reach hither thy hand, and thrust it into my side; and be not faithless, but believing. And Thomas answered and said unto him, My Lord and my God.-John xx: 24-28. CHARGE TO A NEWLY-CREATED SIR KNIGHT. Sir Knight: Having passed through the several degrees of our ancient and honorable institution, we bid you a hearty welcome to all our rights and privileges, even to that disinterested friendship and unbounded hospitality which ever has, and we hope and trust ever will continue to adorn, distinguish, and characterize this noble Order. It will henceforth become your duty to assist, protect, and defend the weary, wayworn traveler who finds the height of fortune inaccessible, and thorny paths of life broken, adverse, and forlorn,-to succor, defend, and protect the innocent, the distressed, and the helpless, ever standing forth as a'champion to espouse the cause of the Christian Re igion. You are to inculcate, enforce, and practice virtue; and amid all the temptations which surround you, never to be drawn aside from the path of duty, or forgetful of those due regards and passwords, which are necessary to be had in perpetual remembrance; and while one hand is wielding the sword for the defense of your companion in danger, let the other grasp KNIGHT OF MALTA. 115 the mystic Trowel, and widely diffuse the genuine cement of Brotherly Love and Friendship. Should calumny assail the character of a Brother Sir Knight, recollect that you are to step forth and vindicate his good name, and assist him on all lawful occasions. Should assailants ever attempt your honor, interest, or happiness, remember, also, that you have the counsel and support of your brethren, whose mystic swords, combining the virtues of Faith, Hope, and Charity, with,Justice, Fortitude, and Ml'ercy, will leap from their scabbards in defense of your just rights, and insure you a glorious triumph over all your enemies. On this occasion permit me, Sir Knight, to remind you of our mutual engagements, our reciprocal ties; for whatever may be your situation or rank in life, you may find those in similar stations, who have dignified themselves and been useful to mankind. You are, therefore, called upon to discharge all your duties with fidelity and patience, whether in the Field, in the Senate, on the Bench, at the Bar, or at the Hloly Altar. Whether you are placed upon the highest pinnacle of worldly grandeur, or glide into the humble vale of obscurity, unnoticed, save by a few, it matters not; for a few rolling suns will close the scene, when naught but holiness will serve as a sure passport to gain admission into that REST prepared for the foundation of the world. If you see a brother bending under the cross of adversity and disappointment, look not idly on, neither pass by on the other side, but fly to his relief. If he 116 WORKING TEXT FOR THE ORDERS. be deceived, tell him the Truth; if he be calumniated, vindicate his cause; for, although he may have erred, still recollect that indiscretion in him should never destroy humanity in you. Finally, Sir Knight, as memento mori is deeply engraved on all sublunary enjoyments, let us ever be found in the habiliments of righteousness, traversing the straight path of rectitude, virtue and true holiness; so that, having discharged our duty here below, performed the pilgrimage of life, burst the bands of mortality, passed over the Jordan of death, and safely landed on the broad shore of eternity, there, in the presence of myriads of attending angels, we may be greeted as brethren, received into the arms of the BLESSED IMMANUEL, and forever made to participate in his HEAVENLY KINGDOAr. I~L BURIAL SERVICE OF THE ORDERS OF MASONIC KNIGHTHOOD. (NOTE.-The following beautiful and impressive burial service was prepared by M. E. Sir Knight, John L. Lewis, Jr., at the request of the Grand Commandery of New York. It has been somewhat abridged in the following pages by omitting a portion of the services at the grave. If found to be still too long for any particular occasion, those portions enclosed in [ ] may be omitted; but this will seldom be found necessary in practice. The military usage of "left in front" should be observed in moving to the grave; but, in all cases, the order "right in front" should be followed in returning from the grave. This is consistent with the semi-military organization of a commandery. In moving to the grave, the Sir Knights should march with swords reversed. In returning f'om the grave, the swords should be at a carry.) GENERAL REGULATIONS. 1. No Sir Knight can be buried with the funeral honors of Knighthood, unless he be a Knight Templar in regular standing. 118 BURIAL SERVICE. 2. It shall be the duty of the Eminent Commander to convene the Sir Knights of the Conmmandery, upon notice of the death of a Sir Knight who may be entitled to receive funeral honors, upon request made when living, or by his family after his decease, for the purpose of attending the funeral ceremonies. 3. Sir Knights, on such occasions, will attend in full uniform, pursuant, to the regulations; their sword-hilts and the banner of the Commandery being suitably dressed in mourning. 4. On the coffin of the deceased Sir Knight will be placed his hat and sword; and if an officer, his jewel, trimmed with crape. 5. The Eminent Commander will preside during the services, and, assisted by the Prelate, lead in the ceremonies, pursuant to the Ritual. If Grand Officers or Past Grand Officers be