Directions for musters Wherein is shevved the order of drilling for the musket and pike.

 Set forth in postures, with the words of command, and brief instructions for the right use of the same 1638. 

John Lichfield tells me this was the drill used by Trained Bands in the 1640-3 period. 

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The document titled "Directions for musters" outlines the order of drilling for the musket and pike, detailing postures, commands, and instructions for their use. It was printed by Thomas Buck and Roger Daniel in 1638 and is derived from Jacob de Gheyn's work on military discipline. You can access the document through various sources, including the University of Oxford and Cambridge University Library.