Dismounted Drill

Dismounted Skirmish Drill

MANUALS

Poinsett's Cavalry Tactics

Congdon's Cavalry Compendium

Joslyn's Military Etiquette

Mounted Drill

Skirmish Drill

Finding fault with drill when others call it seems to be universal in those who never called it themselves.  It's fairly easy to DO drill, but calling it, especially with a mounted unit requires lots of practice and timing.  Test your own knowledge of Poinsett's Cavalry Tactics by trying the below exercise.

All non-commissioned officers should work on calling a drill session.   

Exercise In Movement