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What stays at the front after a counter march?

The guide and element leaders remain at the front.

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  1. The rear rank
  2. The guide and element leaders ✔
  3. Only the flight sergeant

Why: Counter march turns a column around 180 degrees while preserving its leadership arrangement at the new front. It is useful where turning space is limited.

Huh, didn't know that: Counter march is not classified as a precise movement.

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Why did the column counter march? It needed a turnaround plan.
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References

Answer: The guide and element leaders. Counter march turns a column around 180 degrees while preserving its leadership arrangement at the new front. It is useful where turning space is limited.

  1. CAPP 60-33, Civil Air Patrol Drill and Ceremonies www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/P_6033_2217FEEE8C89F.pdf
    To turn the flight in column around 180 degrees with the guide and element leaders remaining at the front.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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