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The origin of the Hand Salute is uncertain. Some historians believe it began in late Roman times when assassinations were common. A citizen who wanted to see a public official had to approach with his right hand raised to show that he did not hold a weapon. ... U.S. Military Salute (Page 3)
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Salute - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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A salute (also called obeisance ) is a gesture (often a finger gesture) or other action used to display respect. Salutes are primarily associated with armed forces, but other organizations also us...
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The military salute has in fact had many different forms over the centuries. At one time it was rendered with both hands! In old prints one may see left-handed salutes. In some instances the salute was rendered by lowering the saber with one hand and touching the cap visor with the other.
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I would be pretty certain that you do not salute retired military officers. ... If you do, do it in the PROPER way, not some sloppy, half a.ssed way. I recently met a WW2 officer vet coming out of the shoe repair. I stood at attention, gave him a snappy salute and said, "Sir! Thank you for serving our country!" He said,
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If you do, do it in the PROPER way, not some sloppy, half a.ssed way. I recently met a WW2 officer vet coming out of the shoe repair. I stood at attention, gave him a snappy salute and said, "Sir! Thank you for serving our country!" He said, ... I would be pretty certain that you do not salute retired military officers.
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The Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. flag originally began with a military salute that was then extended out toward the flag. In practice the second gesture was performed palm down.
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I've served four terms as the Commander of our local California American Legion Post 558 and am always proud to render the proper military salute when wearing my AL cap as our nation's flag passes by.
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Several of us are now confused, but we sure want to follow proper protocol. Thank you, Steve ; Answer; ... In saluting the flag, those present in uniform should render the military salute. When not in uniform, men should remove the hat with the right hand and hold it at the left shoulder, the hand being over the heart.
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Military courtesy change ; I picked up on something very funny this morning. ... If the question is "Did the Marines who greeted the President willfully show disrespect by failing to execute a "facing" movement after the salute?" the answer is no. Proper protocol is for the Marine to snap a salute to the President.
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