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Handling the Flag

There are proper ways to handle a flag. This article goes over several proper techniques and shows some that are…

3 months ago

Civil Air Patrol, Naval Sea Cadet Corps, or Coast Guard Auxiliary Member Funeral

I received a message a short time ago regarding cadets taking part in the funeral of a civilian adult who…

1 year ago

“Flag Flip”

"Flag Flip" is something that is a bit difficult to explain so, I made a short video.

5 years ago

The Meaning of the Thirteen Flag Folds

DrillMaster explains the meaning of the thirteen folds of the American flag.

6 years ago

How Should Multiple Flags be Folded When Taken Down? State Flag Folding

This is for outside flags (attached to a halyard and flown from a pole), not indoor/outdoor flags that are only…

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

Tuck Your Gloves! But, In Your Epaulet?

Some may find this innocuous, but (first responder) ceremonial guardsmen need to maintain a professional image when in uniform before, during…

8 years ago

Firefighter Uniform for the Funeral Procession

I constantly receive questions on here my website and on my social media accounts. I also belong to a couple…

8 years ago

The Burial at Sea

Burial at Sea is a long standing maritime tradition and, just like a committal service on land, there are certain…

8 years ago

Creating a Casket Deck

When a firefighter passes, many, if not all of the time an apparatus (fire truck) is used as a caisson.…

8 years ago

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