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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It’s perfectly proper to salute. Even while in civilian clothes.
It’s an honorable tribute to our fallen heroes.
It’s an honorable tribute to our fallen heroes.
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Civilians or Soldiers in civilian clothes don’t need authorization to render a asalut to who ever or whatever!
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It is allowed and as a veteran or active duty service member, why not render a proper salute to show your respect to those who served or have paid the ultimate price or are being buried with honors. If I happen to be on post and when the colors are hoisted or hauled down, I stop, get out of my truck and render a hand salute if I happen to have a cover on, or place my right hand over my heart while I stand at attention. RESPECT rendered, for my country, for my brothers and sisters who can no longer do it, and I retired 23 years ago. Yes, you can render a salute in civilian garb while covered and veterans can too.
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Not only do I salute the flag and memorials, but while walking through a cemetery, I salute every gravestone of a fallen member. We never forget!
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Personally if I felt the inspiration to salute, I would and deal with the consequences if ever there was ever a complaint.
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