honor guard training

Formal Casket Watch

To many in the honor guard world the term casket watch, is unknown. That is unless you are on a…

6 years ago

Color Guard and Team Member Height

For the picture above, the Mirror Present technique is not authorized for Marines in the Fleet not MCJROTC cadets. It…

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…

6 years ago

All About Posting or Presenting Colors

There is quite a bit of information and several situations that every color team needs to know to maintain the…

6 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

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…

7 years ago

American First Responder Joint Service Order

Is this a "thing"? I think so. My reasoning for the research and writing this article is to provide information…

7 years ago

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