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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All I am going to say is, JUST LET SOMEONE TRY TO STOP ME. As they have just opened a can of whoop and up.
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In light of all the craziness out there, showing your respect by saluting in or out of uniform does not matter in my eyes. I salute the national anthem each time
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I was at a military funeral for a retired Navy Master Chief. The Chaplain who was conducting the service made it a point to to let any veterans attending the service that they were permitted to render the hand salute as Taps were played. I imagine this would also apply to saluting a fallen comrade.
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Specialist Pereira,
Saluting our fallen heroes, whether in uniform or civilian attire is Honor and Respect. The law authorizes me to Salute, so why not?
Saluting our fallen heroes, whether in uniform or civilian attire is Honor and Respect. The law authorizes me to Salute, so why not?
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