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   goose-step

   /ˈɡuːsstɛp/

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   • 1. a military marching step in which the legs are not bent at the knee.

   verb

   • 1. march with a goose-step: "soldiers goose-stepped outside the monument"

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   What was a goose step used for?

   • Originally called the “ Stechschritt ,” or stabbing-step, the goose-step was used by the Prussian Army to keep its soldiers in a tight line formation. The step kept the soldiers close together and in step, forming a tight “moving wall,” which allowed for disciplined firing lines.

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   How does a soldier perform a goose step?

   • To perform the goose-step, the soldier locks his knee and quickly brings his leg to a nearly 90 degree angle. He next brings the legs down with force, smacking his boot into the ground so as to make a loud, slapping sound. The movement is then repeated with the other leg, with the process continuing until the march is completed.

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   What does goose step mean in English?

   • In colloquial English, the phrase goose-stepping has connotations of blind obedience and submission. The term does not carry this negative connotation in countries that currently use the goose step, though this is sometimes the actual case. This can result in mistaken interpretations due to cultural differences :

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   Does the goose step still exist?

   • It did not die out completely, however, and the goose-step was standard practice for the soldiers of the former Soviet Union until its collapse in 1991. The goose-step is rare, but can be seen during parades by the Cuban military, and continues to be popular in North Korea, China, Vietnam, Chile, and Iran.

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Goose_stepGoose step - Wikipedia

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   The goose step is a special marching step which is performed during formal military parades and other ceremonies. While marching in parade formation, troops swing their legs in unison off the ground while keeping each leg rigidly straight.

4. www.wikihow.com › GoosestepHow to Goosestep: 10 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow

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   Jun 17, 2024 · Goose stepping is a way of marching that carries different meanings around the world; it ranges from being a symbol of discipline, loyalty, and cohesion to one of fear and dictatorship. Regardless of the type of goose step, learning it requires commitment and lots of practice.

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   May 23, 2024 · Historically, goose-stepping has been the preferred parade march required by totalitarian leaders. The goose-step most likely originated in 19th century Prussia. To perform the goose-step, the soldier locks his knee and quickly brings his leg to a nearly 90 degree angle.

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7. www.wearethemighty.com › articles › why-some-foreignWhy some foreign armies ‘goose-step’ while marching

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   Mar 20, 2023 · Originally called the “Stechschritt,” or stabbing-step, the goose-step was used by the Prussian Army to keep its soldiers in a tight line formation. The step kept the soldiers close together and in step, forming a tight “moving wall,” which allowed for disciplined firing lines.

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   Nov 4, 2023 · Unraveling the Mystery of the Goose Step • Discover the historical origins and figurative meaning behind the intriguing phrase 'Goose Step'. Learn how this distinctive marching style has become...

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10. www.pressreader.com › uk › bbc-history-magazineQ Where and when did the ‘goose-step’ originate? And how did ...

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    Jun 14, 2018 · ‘Goose-step’ is an English term (to Germans, it was the Stechschri­tt or ‘stabbing march’, because feet stabbed the air), which was originally used to denote a training drill in which recruits kept alternate feet just above the ground. To Britons, this became a synonym for petty military discipline.

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    Feb 21, 2021 · How to do the flashy and effective goose step! Technique 1. Hop up with outside leg (leg furthest away from tackler) 2. At the same time, push downwards with inside leg and kick outside leg...

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