Draw Sword

a word of command in the sword exercise of the cavalry. The drawing of swords is performed in 3 motions. 1st, Bring the right hand smartly acro the body to the sword knot, which being placed on the wrist, and secured by giving the hand a couple of turns inwards, seize the hilt of the sword. 2d, Draw the sword with an extended arm; sink the hand till the hilt of the sword is immediately against the left nipple, the blade of the sword perpendicular, and the back of the hand outwards. 3d. Bring down the hilt till in a line with the bridle hand, the blade perpendicular, the edge turned towards the horse’s left ear. Officers of infantry, when the men are under arms, draw their swords without waiting for any word of command. To Draw off , to retire. To Draw on , to advance. To Draw out , to call the soldiers forth in array for action. To Draw up , to form in battle array.