Oval backing on Dress Uniform for Ball, worn or removed? I must be confused. I thought the oval backing and other items were removed on the Dress Uniform?

Posted on Aug 13, 2019

Oval backing on Dress Uniform for Ball, worn or removed?

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I must be confused. I thought the oval backing and other items were removed on the Dress Uniform?

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Definitely no backings on the ball uniform after work hours.

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When in doubt, it’s at the Commander’s discretion. AR670-1 states if in a designated airborne/air assault unit it is approved for where on the dress uniform. Now the dress mess is different since it’s miniature medals. I’ve never seen flashes for those CSM (Join to see)

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DA Pam 670-1 19-31.b.(2)
...on the Army service/dress uniform coat...

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AR 670-1 11-2. b. (3). Dress. All components are worn; the bowtie is substituted for the necktie.

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Oval backing on Dress Uniform for Ball, worn or removed?

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