Posted on Mar 24, 2016
Can soldiers in civilian clothes salute a fallen comrade memorial?
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I recently visited the Fallen Warriors Memorial on Cutten Road in Spring, TX. While I was there, I noticed a Veteran wearing a Vietnam hat and although I wanted to walk over to him and shake his hand, I decided to back off as he was paying his respects; however, prior to him leaving he stood in front of the memorial, came to attention and held a salute for a few seconds before bringing it down. So my question is actually coming from me as I've felt compelled to salute as well, but have refrained as I'm not sure what is correct.
Saluting
Customs and Courtesies
Fallen Soldiers
Memorial
Edited 8 y ago
Posted 8 y ago
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You're damn straight you can! I do - & I feel sorry for any jerk who tries to stop me!
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as much as I agree to all of the positive, I still keep thinking of the stolen valor people
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SGT Leonard Frank
Are you directing this to me? Think hard and I will type slow, people who fake should not be saluted but when I see a soldier in full dress I know to respect,I have seen stolen valor and it takes the wind out of me.
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I unintentionally thumbed an incorrect vote here while scrolling. No way to undo it so don't hold me accountable.
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I'm confused on this one. I can understand seeking regs for reservists and guard and such but veterans? A veteran could wear a tutu and play a kazoo while doing interpretive freelance dancing to honor the fallen. What wierd specifics would ever make saluting uncalled for I think would be limited to personnel under contract of commission or enlistment because their candor is representative of the army.
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You obviously sound like you haven't lost anyone yet... learn some fucking respect man. We honor and salute any who are no longer with us, with a hand salute. WTF are they not teaching in basic these days? Where is your team leader, they need to square you away
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It's definitely a sign of respect... I believe they've earned the right to salute a fallen comrade. Have u all never seen " Saving Private Ryan". Yes it's a movie but gosh darn it, these guys went through some serious times. And yes their is a uniform law that was passed giving the right to salute in civies.
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It's all about honor and respect. If you feel inclined to salute while out of uniform, then by all means do so.
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