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I have been dealing with this a lot. I have seen both ways. As per AR 600–25 the junior person should salute. I see a 1LT senior to a 2LT and I salute them. I have seen many instances where this does not happen. Most see a LT as a LT regardless of being a 1st or 2nd. How do you all feel about this?
"B. All Army personnel in uniform are required to salute when they meet and recognize persons entitled to the salute. Salutes will be exchanged between officers (commissioned and warrant) and enlisted personnel, and with personnel of the Armed Forces of the United States..."
"B. All Army personnel in uniform are required to salute when they meet and recognize persons entitled to the salute. Salutes will be exchanged between officers (commissioned and warrant) and enlisted personnel, and with personnel of the Armed Forces of the United States..."
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Customs and Courtesies
Army
Saluting
AR 600-25
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I had fun with a new 2LT one day - another E-e and I were walking together and were passing by our platoon leader. He executed a right hand salute, and I executed a left hand salute. Our intrepid 2LT could not figure out which hand to use...he was a great officer and we all had a good laugh.
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At least he didn't pass out from being confused. Its good to have a laugh here and there.
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Sir, you are right on the money. It is not how you see things or how you feel about things but rather what the regulation says.
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No mater what Jr is Jr and a 2LT should Salute a 1LT, would that not be the same as a LT Col not Saluting a COL they are both COL? NOT!!
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That you are even asking makes it sound like you are trying to dodge the responsibility. I am currently serving in the National Guard and saluting is not as common as in the active duty stations. Having served on active duty in both the Navy and the Army I have considered it an honor to render a proper salute to anyone who deserves it. It can seem quite silly at times such as a service school near a hospital where large numbers of enlisted are passing large numbers of officers.
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I think you may be confused by the question. I am not trying to dodge any responsibility as I am the only one among my peers that salutes a 1LT. I found it odd that I am the only one. It could be that I am prior service and they are not. I am not sure why the question got a negative rating as you can read that many see it both ways. It is a lot more clear as enlisted but as officers many view this as a SGT standing at parade rest for a SSG, or even a SGT greeting all senior NCO's with the appropriate greeting which rarely happens.
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Depends on the branch I guess. When I was a PFC straight out of boot camp I was walking to a medical consult at Luke AFB. A Capt. was approaching me, snappy salute "Good Morning Sir"! His response, "Hey" and a wave.
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Absolutely! If you are passing an officer who outranks you, you salute them. It is a sign of respect and it is part of a SM duty to show that respect in my opinion.
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Fantastic that you are reaching out and utilizing all resources out there, I've signed, hope we all have helped, God Bless Sarge! Doc Hill
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The salute should be rendered to officers senior to you regardless. I don't even know why this is a discussion.
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