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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I don't need someone whom I don't respect (politicians) telling me how and who I can show my respect to.
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SPC (Join to see) your question and survey really baffles me. Honoring a veteran with a salute? Let's have MORE!
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Stop waiting for permission for things. If it feels right, do it . Nobody needs a regulation or a law to show respect.
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Never crossed my mind not to salute. I do it at every funeral for a fellow service member that I officiate at, and at ones I just attend. My last service included a 2-Star and a few Eagles in attendance at the church and at the graveside. As the flag was folded and taps played I (in my clerical clothing) stood at attention and saluted with the 2-Star and Eagles. The General later thanked me for my service and appreciated my showing of respect.... going on to say he thought it most appropriate whether in or out of uniform.
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Capt Bruce Kramer
Just did a service at Dayton National (Ohio) last week; and --- appreciated the service member (retired) assisting the family informing everyone that it IS appropriate for service members retired, out of uniform, etc. to salute during the ceremony -- otherwise placing their hand over their heart. At least I've NEVER seen anyone "taking a knee" there!!!
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A salute is given to pay respect or to honor. I don't care if it is done by a veteran or somebody that never served a second of time in the military. I would never question their right to salute the Fallen Warriors Memorial or any other memorial. In fact, I would respect the person for doing so.
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Even if I wasn't allow to salute a fallen brother or sister I would have done it anyways and take the consequences later if any. But I'm pretty sure not discipline would have taken. Maybe a friendly reminder at the time we couldn't a salute not no discipline would have taken place. And besides its your fallen brother or sister that made the ultimate sacrifice to pass on our values and freedom for us to make the change and difference. You really think someone would say something on rendering a salute?
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A salute is gesture of respect. That respect transcends our clothes. Anyone who takes offense is wrong...
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