Marine corps drill and ceremonies manual - Regimental Drum Major ...

(3) After your salute is returned, move your left hand smartly
back to your side and look to the front.
k. Rests With the Guidon.
(1) Parade Rest From Order Guidon.
(a) The command is PARADE REST. It is executed in one count,
and may be given only when halted at attention.
(b) On REST, move your left foot smartly 12 inches to the
left. Place your left hand behind you, just below the
belt. Keep your fingers straight and touching, palm flat
and facing rear. At the same time, straighten your right
arm and your grasp, as shown in figure 6-8, so the staff
of the guidon tilts forward at 30 degrees. The ferrule
remains in the same position as at order guidon. The flat
side of the spearhead remains facing front (see fig. 6-8).
Figure 6-8.--Parade Rest with the Guidon.
6-8