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The First Responder Ceremonial Uniform

A short time ago, I was sent a uniform question by an Assistant Fire Chief regarding creating the unit's new…

7 years ago

The DrillMaster Practice Ceremonial Fire Axe

I thought the name, DrillMaster iAxe or iAx, (like the DrillMaster iDrill Rifle, because you, "I" make it) might just…

7 years ago

All About the Firing Party

DrillMaster explains all about the firing party at a funeral or memorial service.

7 years ago

First Responder Casket Watch Videos

Here is a playlist of three videos of law enforcement and firefighters learning the solemn technique of casket watch during…

7 years ago

Communication and Respect

In the movie, Ghost Busters, Egon Spengler says, “Print is dead.” To some extent, I agree, but words on the…

8 years ago

Firing Party: Stop Taking Aim!

A Firing Party fires a ceremonial Three-Volley salute using modern or traditional rifles (military), shotguns, or pistols (law enforcement). It…

8 years ago

The “Savard Manual” or “Savards”

A short time ago, Leslie Savard Hamud sent a question to me through my facebook page, The Honor Guard Manual.…

8 years ago

Don’t Break Vertical

When executing facing movements while armed with a rifle, do not break vertical. But, what does that mean? In Regulation Drill,…

8 years ago

“Military Neck”

Military schools across the nation are notorious for telling their new cadets to pull back/tuck their chin. It's difficult to…

8 years ago

Color Guard Flag Stand Problems Resolved

Many of us have been in the situation of posting the colors in a low-profile flag stand and have tried…

8 years ago

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