Can soldiers in civilian clothes salute a fallen comrade memorial?

Why wouldn't you. Do we have to have a federal law to show respect of a comrade? Remember this. Joining any one of the nine uniformed branches of this country is ALWAYS an answer to a calling. We are changed forever, and the bonds of that comradeship extend far beyond our time in service.

Simple put, yes. Let no other tell you otherwise.

Everyone listen up. I don't give 2 sh$ts about regulations, laws, or whatever butt hurt people who have bis chips on their shoulders, and feel compelled to call out posers, and stolen valor have to say about it. At every event, be it a football game, memorial service, or whatever. I am a veteran, and I have the utmost respect for all who have served, and especially those who gave it all, so I will, no matter how I am dressed, render a salute. Leave it alone. That is a sign of respect goint back over a thousand years or more. You do not own it, you are in no position to police it. Leave it alone.

"Can soldiers in civilian clothes salute..." Emphasis on the word 'Can.'

If you are asking for permission. The answer is 'yes.'
If you are asking if it's appropriate. The answer is 'yes.'
If you are asking whether it's authorized. What difference does it make?
Veterans in civilian clothes have been saluting at gravesites for years - no need to explain as it is obvious that they are showing respect for a fallen comrade.

It to me is a very distinct HONOR to be able to SALUTE the Military service that myself and countless others have given our lives to , serving our country, our flag, our branch of service no matter what branch it is/was you were in, And most of all, OUR BROTHER AND SISTER SERVICE MEMBERS! We are all a family and a brotherhood that joins together for the one most important cause.... Our Freedom of the United States of America!✝️

Wow why even ask that question. The hell with and laws rule blah blah bs. A soldier died for our country. Gave the ultimate sacrifice. You render that salute show the respect. The f what others think or say. Hold a soldier in your arms as they die. Then tell me I can't or shouldn't salute. You will get the good old go f yourself.

Never hesitate to salute a fallen warrior. Period full stop.

Absolutely they can. I am a member of two veteran focused organizations; Rolling Thunder Inc., KY Chapter 5 and Patriot Guard Riders. Both groups pay homage to the Missing In Action and the fallen and stand for the service member(s) during events, services or funerals. Both groups have also researched this extensively to know what members who are veterans can or cannot do especially during these events.

I render a proper hand salute to not only pay my respects to those missing or lost, I do during Taps or the National Anthem because my oath has never expired.

At least they would render a proper salute. If your working as a military advisor on a movie or TV show. For the love of God take fifteen minutes to teach these actors how to properly salute. It's embarrassing really. Is a vet or current service member permitted to salute a memorial? Why would them saluting a memorial bother you? A few years back a young boy stood at Omaha beach saluting the ocean. Everyone was moved by this. A photo of him went viral. Let sleeping dogs lie.

In my opinion it is you as a veteran od AD personnel paying your respects. I had no idea that you were not allowed. I did it at my dads funeral when the honor guard did his ceremonies. I don't think just because you are not in proper military attire, you can't salute. While in the military, I performed in over 75 funerals for military and veterans, of course all, we were in uniform, but I also notice others in civilian attire saluting. It sorts tugs at my heart to think it is either dumb or unprofessional. Once you are in the military, you are always reminded of your responsibilities to your country.