Ace the NJROTC Cadet Field & Drill Challenge 2025 – March to Success with Confidence!

When the command "open ranks, march" is given, cadets automatically come to the position of dressing to the right. This maneuver involves stepping off to the right with the right foot and creating the necessary space between ranks by taking a specified number of steps forward. The purpose of this command is to increase the distance between ranks while ensuring that all cadets maintain uniformity and alignment. Dressing to the right helps in establishing a clear line of sight and facilitates the inspection of the formation.

Other positions such as "stand at ease" or "stand at attention" do not apply in this context, as the focus is on repositioning ranks rather than maintaining a static posture. Similarly, "dress left" is not the correct response here, as the command specifically directs cadets to align while moving to the right. Understanding the sequence and correct positions during various marching commands is essential for maintaining discipline and order within the ranks.