This military sign language is standardized as visual signals and may vary from one branch of the armed forces to another. To keep things simple, we'll be referencing the U.S. Army's 2017 Visual ...

The first update in 30 years to the US Army "Visual Signals" (PDF) manual has just been issued.It's filled with black-and-white sketches on how in-the-field soldiers can signal events to one ...

Also, make sure everyone understands the basic signals to control vehicle drivers (don't forget about flashlight signals) from FM 21-60, Visual Signs. Aca,!Ac Make sure ground guides use hand signals.

According to our Army visual signals guide, leaders can signal to group back together (known as assemble or rally) by raising one arm straight up in the air with the palm facing forward, and then ...