Flags and Guidons of the U.S. Army
2014年11月20日 · for the National flag: one for the Naval or Marine flat and the other for the battle or Army flag. By 1780, the stars and stripes design flag adopted by the United States in 1777 was generally known as the marine (maritime) flag used extensively at sea; but no Army National flag had been adopted prior to 1780. The first Army National color was ...
U.S. Flag Etiquette - Army Education Benefits Blog
2014年11月20日 · WEAR OF THE AMERICAN FLAG PATCH. –The US Code states “no part of the flag should ever be used as a costume or athletic uniform. However, a flag patch may be affixed to the uniform of military personnel, firemen, policemen, and members of patriotic organizations. The flag represents a living country and is itself considered a living thing.
Manual of the Guidon - Army Education Benefits Blog
2014年11月20日 · a. The guidon is a company, battery, or troop identification flag. It is present at all unit formations unless otherwise directed by the commander. b. When armed with a rifle, the guidon bearer slings the weapon behind his back with the sling diagonally across his chest and the muzzle end up and to the left (Figure C-1). c.
About the Gold Fringe on the American Flag
2014年11月20日 · It is not regarded as an integral part of the flag and its use does not constitute an unauthorized addition to the design prescribed by statutes. Records of the Department of the Army indicate that fringe was used on the National flag as early as 1835 and its official use by the Army dates from 1895.
Quick Guide on displaying the U.S. Flag
2014年11月20日 · Before lowering the flag, raise it to the top again at the end of the day. Upside down – An upside-down flag is considered a distress signal. Displaying the flag indoors. Multiple staffs – If you display the flag on a staff with other flags around it, place the flag at the center and highest point. Crossed staffs – Keep the flagstaff ...
Military Police Corps - Army Education Benefits Blog
The crest (On a wreath of the colors Or and Vert a pair of crossed pistols of the first) is displayed above the eagle’s head. The background color of the flag is green and the fringe is yellow. The coat of arms was approved on 2 May 1986. Symbolism of Regimental Insignia: Green and yellow are the colors associated with the Military Police ...
About Saluting - Army Education Benefits Blog
2014年11月20日 · (4) At reveille and retreat ceremonies, during the raising or lowering of the flag. (5) During the sounding of honors. (6) When pledging allegiance to the US flag outdoors. (7) When turning over control of formations. (8) When rendering reports. (9) To officers of friendly foreign countries. b. Salutes are not required when:
Pledge of Allegiance to the flag - Army Education Benefits Blog
2014年11月20日 · During military ceremonies, soldiers will not recite the Pledge of Allegiance. At official functions, social events, and sporting events, soldiers should: When in uniform, outdoors, stand at attention, remain silent, face the flag, and render the hand salute. When in uniform, indoors, stand at attention, remain silent, and face the flag.
Military Intelligence - Army Education Benefits Blog
The background of the flag is oriental blue and the fringe is silver gray. Symbolism of Regimental Insignia: Oriental blue and silver gray are the colors associated with the Military Intelligence Corps. The key, flash and sphinx symbolize the three basic categories of intelligence: human, signal and tactical.
Hand Salute - How To - Army Education Benefits Blog
2014年11月20日 · This movement is used when reporting and to render courtesy and respect to officers, the flag, and the nation. 3. The commands for this movement are Present, ARMS and Order, ARMS. 4. Present, Arms and Order, ARMS are two-part commands, Present and Order being the preparatory command, and ARMS is the command of execution. 5.