Marching Tactics for Use in Physical Education

By S C Staley

"Marching Tactics for Use in Physical Education" is a comprehensive instructional manual designed for educators and students of physical culture. This work provides a systematic and detailed approach to teaching marching maneuvers, which were a foundational element of the school curriculum in the early 20th century. Seward Charle Staley outlines a wide variety of tactics, ranging from basic individual movements to complex group formations, with a steady focus on discipline, posture, and rhythmic accuracy.

The text covers essential commands, column movements, and intricate patterns that facilitate the efficient management of large groups in both gymnasium and field settings. By breaking down complex maneuvers into clear, actionable steps, the manual serves as a practical resource for developing physical fitness, alertness, and collective synchronization. "Marching Tactics for Use in Physical Education" stands as a significant historical document in the evolution of physical education pedagogy, reflecting a period when structured movement and precision drill were central to building athletic character and organizational skills in students.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 102582377X
• ISBN13: 9781025823775
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 126 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.2" x 0.4" x 6.1"