Loaded march

Loaded March

Loaded march (pronunciation: loh-ded mahrch) is a term used in the military to describe a long-distance march or movement, typically carrying heavy equipment or supplies. The term is derived from the military practice of soldiers carrying their full equipment during marches.

Etymology

The term "loaded march" is a direct translation of the French term "marche chargée", which was first used in the 19th century to describe the practice of soldiers carrying their full equipment during long-distance marches. The term was later adopted by the English military and has been in use since then.

Related Terms

March (military): A march is the organized, uniformed, steady and rhythmic walking forward of military troops in formation. Marches can be forced, such as a loaded march, or ceremonial.

Ruck march: A ruck march is a term used in the US military to refer to a loaded march, where soldiers carry a rucksack with their equipment.

Tabbing: Tabbing is a British military term for a loaded march. The term is derived from the acronym TAB, which stands for "Tactical Advance to Battle".

Yomp: Yomp is a term used in the British Royal Marines to refer to a loaded march over difficult terrain. The term was popularized during the Falklands War.

Foot march: A foot march is a march on foot, often carrying equipment, supplies, or weapons. It is a common practice in many militaries around the world.

Forced march: A forced march is a long, fast march, often carrying heavy equipment, undertaken by military units to reach a destination in the shortest time possible.