Customs and Courtesies AR 600-25 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What Army regulation covers salutes, honors, and visits of courtesy?

AR 500-1

AR 600-25 (correct)

AR 200-5

AR 700-10

Salutes are not required to be rendered or returned when the senior or subordinate, or both are which of the following?

Engaged in routine work (correct)

In public conveyances (correct)

In civilian attire (correct)

On leave

When do you salute inside a building?

Only during ceremonies

When sitting down

When passing by an officer

When reporting to your commander (correct)

What is the origin of the salute?

Uncertain, but thought to have begun in late Roman times as a sign of respect and security. Signup and view all the answers

Can you salute as a prisoner?

No, you have lost the right to salute Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper process for reporting to an officer indoors?

Remove headgear, knock, enter when told, salute, and report. Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper process for reporting to an officer outdoors?

Move rapidly, halt three steps away, salute, and report. Signup and view all the answers

When do enlisted members generally exchange salutes?

When reporting to a board president Signup and view all the answers

On what command would you salute while in formation?

Present Arms. Signup and view all the answers

Is the recipient of the Medal of Honor entitled to a salute?

True Signup and view all the answers

Where do you walk when walking with someone who is senior to you?

On the senior person's left. Signup and view all the answers

When meeting an officer in the open, how far away should you be before rendering the hand salute?

Approximately 6 paces. Signup and view all the answers

Who salutes in a group of soldiers not in formation?

The first person to see the officer. Signup and view all the answers

When a President or Former President of the U.S. arrives and leaves an army installation, how many gun salutes do they get?

21 gun salute Signup and view all the answers

Do persons meeting the flag detail salute the flag once it has been folded?

False Signup and view all the answers

Who will set the time of sounding reveille and retreat?

Installation Commanders. Signup and view all the answers

During the sounding of reveille, when is the flag hoisted?

On the first note of reveille. Signup and view all the answers

What happens at the last note of retreat?

A gun will be fired, followed by the national anthem or 'To the Color'. Signup and view all the answers

When foreign soldiers are invited by U.S. forces to participate in parades, where will they be positioned?

In a position of honor ahead of U.S. soldiers. Signup and view all the answers

When was 'The Army Goes Rolling Along' dedicated by the Secretary of the Army?

Veterans Day, 11 November 1956. Signup and view all the answers

What is the official song of the U.S. Army?

'The Army Goes Rolling Along'. Signup and view all the answers

During the playing of the Army Song, how will individuals stand?

At attention and sing the lyrics. Signup and view all the answers

The Army Song is always played at the conclusion of what events?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is customary for all Officers of a unit, organization or installation to do on New Year's Day?

Call upon the commanding officer. Signup and view all the answers

What personnel are included in Full Military Funeral Honors?

A 9-member team including pallbearers and an NCO in charge. Signup and view all the answers

Who exits a military vehicle first?

The senior person. Signup and view all the answers

What is the only time that you do not remove your headgear when reporting to an officer indoors?

True Signup and view all the answers

When are you considered to be under arms?

When carrying a weapon in hand, by sling, or by holster. Signup and view all the answers

How long is the call 'to the color'?

40 seconds. Signup and view all the answers

What are the courtesies rendered by individuals during Reveille if they are in uniform and in formation?

Execute 'Order Arms' Signup and view all the answers

What are the courtesies rendered during Reveille if they are in uniform and not in formation?

Remain at attention until last note of music Signup and view all the answers

What are the courtesies rendered during Retreat and To the Color if they are in uniform and in formation?

Execute 'Present Arms' at the command of officer Signup and view all the answers

What are the courtesies rendered during Retreat and To the Color if they are in uniform and not in formation?

Face the flag and stand at attention Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Salutes and Courtesies Overview

AR 600-25 governs salutes, honors, and visits of courtesy in the Army.
Salutes are not exchanged when either party is in civilian attire or engaged in work that prevents saluting.

Salute Procedures

Saluting is required indoors during specific situations such as reporting to a commander or attending ceremonies.
Outdoor reporting involves moving close to the officer, saluting, and then reporting.

Historical Context of Salutes

The hand salute's origins are debated, tracing back to practices during Roman times and knights raising visors to show respect.
The modern hand salute evolved by the early 1820s.

Reporting to Officers

Proper indoor reporting includes removing headgear, knocking, and saluting upon entering an officer's office.
Outdoor reporting requires a swift salute and report from a distance, with salutes exchanged upon dismissal.

Saluting Guidelines

Enlisted personnel typically do not exchange salutes, except during formal reports.
In formation, salutes are only rendered at the command "Present, ARMS."

Honors and Ceremonies

Recipients of the Medal of Honor are entitled to salutes regardless of rank.
The President receives a 21-gun salute when arriving or departing from an Army installation.

Flag Protocol

During retreat, flags are treated with respect but not saluted once folded.
Reveille begins with the flag hoisted at the first note of the music, followed by military honors.

International Protocol

Foreign soldiers in parades are given positions of honor and preceded by a U.S. escort.

Army Song and Ceremonies

"The Army Goes Rolling Along" is the official Army song, played at official ceremonies like reviews and parades.
During the Army Song's playing, individuals are expected to stand at attention and sing.

Funeral Honors and Reporting

Full Military Funeral Honors involve a 9-member team, providing pallbearer duties, flag presentation, and playing "Taps."
The first person to see an officer in a group must call attention before saluting.

Vehicle Protocol and Headgear

The senior person exits a military vehicle first, followed by others in order of rank.
Headgear is only retained when reporting indoors if under arms, meaning carrying a weapon.

Retreat and Observances

During Reveille and Retreat, individuals in uniform must follow specific saluting procedures and positions based on their formation status.

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Test your knowledge on Army customs and courtesies with these flashcards based on AR 600-25. Each card helps reinforce important regulations concerning salutes, honors, and visits. Perfect for soldiers looking to improve their understanding and adherence to military protocols.