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.
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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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Why wouldn't you. Do we have to have a federal law to show respect of a comrade? Remember this. Joining any one of the nine uniformed branches of this country is ALWAYS an answer to a calling. We are changed forever, and the bonds of that comradeship extend far beyond our time in service.
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Everyone listen up. I don't give 2 sh$ts about regulations, laws, or whatever butt hurt people who have bis chips on their shoulders, and feel compelled to call out posers, and stolen valor have to say about it. At every event, be it a football game, memorial service, or whatever. I am a veteran, and I have the utmost respect for all who have served, and especially those who gave it all, so I will, no matter how I am dressed, render a salute. Leave it alone. That is a sign of respect goint back over a thousand years or more. You do not own it, you are in no position to police it. Leave it alone.
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"Can soldiers in civilian clothes salute..." Emphasis on the word 'Can.'
If you are asking for permission. The answer is 'yes.'
If you are asking if it's appropriate. The answer is 'yes.'
If you are asking whether it's authorized. What difference does it make?
Veterans in civilian clothes have been saluting at gravesites for years - no need to explain as it is obvious that they are showing respect for a fallen comrade.
If you are asking for permission. The answer is 'yes.'
If you are asking if it's appropriate. The answer is 'yes.'
If you are asking whether it's authorized. What difference does it make?
Veterans in civilian clothes have been saluting at gravesites for years - no need to explain as it is obvious that they are showing respect for a fallen comrade.
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