Is there an FM, AR, or DAM Pam covering the setup for a fallen comrade table?

SGM Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 14:47:24 -0400

This is for personal information. I've seen different setups for the fallen comrade table. I would like to know what the proper set up is and if there is a reg, fm, or da pam that covers it. thanks everyone.

Response by CW2 J A made Apr 17 at 2014 2:56 PM

CW2 J A — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 14:56:53 -0400

I found this online, I hope it helps.

The table is round -- to show our everlasting concern for our missing

men.

The tablecloth is white -- symbolizing the purity of their motives when

answering the call to duty.

The single red rose, displayed in a vase, reminds us of the life of each of

the missing, and the[ir] loved ones and friends of these Americans who

keep the faith, awaiting answers.

The vase is tied with a red ribbon, symbol of our continued determination

to account for our missing.

A slice of lemon on the bread plate is to remind us of the bitter fate of

those captured and missing in a foreign land.

A pinch of salt symbolizes the tears endured by those missing and their

families who seek answers.

The Bible represents the strength gained through faith to sustain those

lost from our country, founded as one nation under God.

The glass is inverted -- to symbolize their inability to share this evening's

[morning's/day's] toast.

The chairs are empty -- they are missing.

http://www.dtic.mil/dpmo/pow_day/documents/missing_man_ceremony_instructions.pdf

Response by SGT Ben Keen made Apr 17 at 2014 3:19 PM

SGT Ben Keen — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 15:19:12 -0400

There isn't a regulation that I found that covers the Fallen Soldier Table but here is a link to an online article telling you how to set one up.<div><br></div><div><br></div><div class="pta-link-card"><div class="pta-link-card-picture"><img src="http://img.ehowcdn.com/og-image-tag/ehow/images/a08/a5/2p/prepare-fallen-soldier-table-800x800.jpg"></div><div class="pta-link-card-content"><div class="pta-link-card-title"><a target="_blank" href="http://www.ehow.com/how_8721497_prepare-fallen-soldier-table.html">How to Prepare a Fallen Soldier Table | eHow</a></div><div class="pta-link-card-description">A sad part of military etiquette is honoring service members who have fallen in the line of duty. Remembering them honors their sacrifice and that of their families. It also underscores the importance...</div></div><div style="clear:both"></div><div class="pta-box-hide"><i class="icon-remove"></i></div></div>