Firing Party

Do Honor Guards Have the Same Rules?

Honor guard units do have the same rules. They are made up of different ceremonial elements.

9 months ago

The Firing Party Timing

Forensic Experts Galore What you hear and what you see can be two different things. A firing party fires so…

2 years ago

The 21-Gun Salute

Let us get this out of the way: a firing party does not fire the 21-gun Salute.  The 21-Gun Salute…

2 years ago

The DrillMaster Response

While a massive majority of readers understand exactly what I do, there a tiny few who feel that I need…

2 years ago

“Detail” and its Connotation

DrillMaster shares his view of keeping the professionalism in an honor guard unit

4 years ago

First Responder Funeral Guidelines

These guidelines are for the United States Certified Ceremonial Guardsman program for more information on the program and how you…

5 years ago

Wearing the Mourning Band

First responders have a black band that is worn over or around their badge/shield like what is pictured. The band…

7 years ago

Making Things More “Ceremonialer”

"Ceremonialer" is the term I created as I've watched members of the military, first responders (many who are veterans), and…

7 years ago

How to Halt from Right/Left Step

With me spending 27 years associated with Air Force drill and ceremonies, the Marine Corps style of D&C has always…

7 years ago

First Night Jitters

One's first performance can be a little stressful. Here are some words of wisdom to remember for just that situation.…

7 years ago

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