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WELCOME DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY SCIENCE AND TACTICS FOUNDATION UNIVERSITY ARMY ROTC UNIT Dr. Miciano Road, Dumaguete City Military Courtesy and Discipline Military Science 1  DISCLAIMER: FUROTCU adheres to the policy of Gender Awareness Development (GAD) of the PA...

WELCOME DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY SCIENCE AND TACTICS FOUNDATION UNIVERSITY ARMY ROTC UNIT Dr. Miciano Road, Dumaguete City Military Courtesy and Discipline Military Science 1  DISCLAIMER: FUROTCU adheres to the policy of Gender Awareness Development (GAD) of the PA, thus, we recognize the LGBTQIA+ as co-equal with the rest of the members of the mainstream society. Use of pronouns such as he, she, her, him, etc. is not exclusive but inclusive to include all genders.  SCOPE OF PRESENTATION ❑ Introduction ❑ The Salute ❑ Other Courtesies to Individuals ❑ Military Titles and Its Form of Address ❑ Ranks & Insignias in the AFP ❑ Display and Salute to the Flag ❑ Honors to the National Anthem  LEARNING OBJECTIVES At the end of the subject, the cadets are expected to: A. Explain the importance of military courtesy and discipline; and B. Apply in real-life the military courtesy and discipline, especially when you become a military reservist.  INTRODUCTION Military courtesy and discipline is necessary to ensure orderly and effective group action. This is commonly known as teamwork. Teamwork is particularly important in military operations where its presence or lack of it may spell the difference between victory or defeat. Military Courtesy – is the expression and manifestation of consideration for others. It is also the act of politeness, civility, and respect that personnel in the military organization have accorded to one another. Military Discipline – the willingness to accept with conviction and without reservation the necessity for a common law that rules and coordinates the effort of a group. Morale – the mental state and spirit of an individual or unit. Efficiency – the ability to accomplish an assigned task in the shortest possible time with the least confusion. The Salute The most important manifestation of all military courtesies. In the military establishments, it is mostly used and distinguished the military personnel in its execution. Origin of the Salute ▪ as an exchange of greetings since the earliest times ▪ use continuously in all modern armies which inherit their military traditions from the Age of Chivalry. ▪ tipping a hat to a lady Persons Entitled to Salute: 1) Commissioned officers (both male and female) of the AFP. 2) Commissioned officers (both male and female) of the Armed Forces of Allied Nations. 3) High civilian officials or dignitaries during military honors rendered for them. General Rules for Saluting required on and off military installations during and outside office hours. rendered at a distance of about 6 paces from the person saluted or at a recognizable distance of thirty 30 paces. General Rules for Saluting The salute must be returned by those entitled to it. – It is not rendered when running but at halt or walk. – Never salute with cigarette, cigar or pipe in the mouth. – The salute should not be executed in a haphazard or perfunctory manner. General Rules for Saluting exchanged whether individuals are covered or uncovered. salute is rendered once, but – – If the senior remains in the immediate vicinity and no conversation takes place. – If a conversation occurs, the junior again salutes when they part from each other. In making reports, the person reporting salutes first regardless of rank. General Rules for Saluting An example of this case is when a unit commander is reporting to the adjutant during a ceremony. In case of doubt, it is safe or preferably to render a salute. General Rules for Saluting When TO Salute: When meeting a senior officer When the National Color passes by When the National Anthem is being played (both outdoors & indoors) When reporting Raising and lowering of flag After conversing with an officer General Rules for Saluting When NOT to Salute: When indoors, except when reporting When at work When driving or riding in a fast-moving vehicle When in a recreational hall, making the salute inappropriate. When engaged in actual games and athletic competition. When meeting a prisoner of war. General Rules for Saluting When NOT to Salute: When both hands are so occupied as to make saluting impractical. When in a public conveyance – especially if in crowded places. When in rank – as if you are part of a formation. General Rules for Saluting It is a mistake in saluting when: Bowing the head as the salute is given. Bringing the heads down before the acknowledgment. Holding the arms awkwardly high or letting it sag to low. Saluting while in double time. Avoiding the gaze of the person being saluted. General Rules for Saluting Saluting with cigar/cigarette or pipe in the mouth. Saluting when chewing gum or candy in the mouth. Differences Between Outdoors & Indoors Outdoors – is construed to include such buildings as drill halls, gymnasiums and other roofed enclosures used for drill or exercise of troops. Indoors – includes offices, hallways, kitchen, orderly rooms, recreation halls, washrooms and quarters. Reporting to an Officer The salute is rendered by a junior officer when reporting to a senior officer. He or she also salutes before leaving. 1) Reporting indoors, unarmed – Removes headgear, knocks the door twice, and enters the office when told to do so. – Upon entering, halt at about two paces from the officer and salutes and says “Sir, Pvt Cruz reports to the Company Commander”. Reporting to an Officer 1) Reporting indoors, unarmed (cont’d…) – Salute is retained until you have completed the report, and the officer will return your salute. – When the business is completed, you salute again, executes about face and leaves the office. Reporting to an Officer 2)Reporting indoors, under Arms – The procedure in reporting is the same as discussed above, except that the soldier remains covered. If carrying a rifle, you carry and salutes at “trail arms”. Otherwise, the hand salute is given. Reporting to an Officer 3)Reporting Outdoors – The procedure of reporting to an officer outdoors is the same as discussed above except that the headgear is not removed. The rifle should be carried at trail or right shoulder. The hand salute or rifle salute is given as the case may be. Reporting to an Officer 3)Reporting for Pay – A soldier reporting for pay answers “here” when his/her name is called, approaches and salutes the officer paying. Picks up and counts his/her money and leaves without saluting. The officer does not return his/her salute. Saluting in Vehicles Drivers of motor vehicles salute only when the vehicle is at halt and the engine is not running. The exchange of salute is not required between persons mounted in different vehicles, persons mounted in moving vehicles and dismounted persons, except when: Saluting in Vehicles (cont’d…) – A vehicle is clearly marked by methods prescribed in regulations to indicate the presence of a general officers; – Required as part of a ceremony. In case a detail is riding in vehicle, the individual in charge renders the hand salute for the entire detail. Salutes are exchanged between persons in a halted vehicle and dismounted persons. Saluting in Groups In formation – Individuals in formation do not salute or return salute, except at the command PRESENT ARMS. The individual in charge salutes and acknowledges salute for the whole formation. Saluting in Groups Not in formation – On the approach of an officer superior in rank, a group of individuals not in formation is called to attention by the first person noticing him/her and all come smartly to attention and salute. – Individuals in charge of a work detail, if not actively engaged, salutes or acknowledges salute for the whole detail. Saluting in Groups Not in formation (cont’d…) – A unit resting alongside of the road does not come to attention upon the approach of an officer. However, if the officer addresses an individual or group, they come to attention and remain at attention unless otherwise so ordered, until the termination of the conversation at which time they salute the officer. Other Courtesies to Individuals 1) When an officer enters a room or tent – Officers, junior to him/her and enlisted personnel present will uncover (if unarmed) and stand at attention until the officer directs otherwise or leaves the room. – When more than one individual are present, the first one who perceives the officer will command “attention” loud to be heard by everybody present. Other Courtesies to Individuals 2) When an officer enters a room or tent used as an office, workshop, recreation room – Those at work or at play are not required to come to attention unless addressed by the officer. – A junior when addressed by a senior comes to attention, except in the transaction of routine business between individuals at work. Other Courtesies to Individuals 3) When an officer enters an enlisted personnel’s mess hall – The group is called to at ease by the person noticing him/her first. – Individuals remain seated at ease and continue eating, unless the officer directs otherwise. – A soldier addressed stops eating and sits erect until the conversation is ended. Other Courtesies to Individuals 4) When accompanying a senior – A junior officer walks or rides on his/her left, except when accompanying a senior officer during inspection. 5) When entering a car or small boat – the junior goes in first and others follow in the inverse order of rank. In getting off, the senior goes out first and others following the order of rank. Uncovering Officers and enlisted personnel under arms uncover when: – Seated as a member for an attendance at court or board. – Entering places of divine worship. – Indoor when not on duty. – In attendance at an official reception.  Military Titles All AFP personnel are addressed by their full titles in official correspondence. In conversation or official correspondence, they are addressed as follows: Rank Addressed As Brigadier General to General General Colonel and Lieutenant Colonel Colonel Military Titles Rank Addressed As Major Major Captain Captain First Lieutenant and Second Lieutenant Lieutenant Chaplain Chaplain Nurse Nurse Sergeant to Master Sergeant Sergeant Corporal Corporal Military Titles Rank Addressed As Private to Private First Class Private Cadet Mister Military Titles Navy personnel are addressed in conversations and unofficial correspondence as: Rank Addressed As Rear Admiral, Vice Admiral to Admiral Admiral Commodore Commodore Military Titles Rank Addressed As Captain Captain Lieutenant Commander to Commander Commander Lieutenant Junior Grade to Lieutenant Lieutenant Ensign/Cadet Mister Military Titles Any naval officer in command of a ship regardless of size or class while exercising such command is called “CAPTAIN”. When introducing a Naval Captain, it is customary to add after his name “of the Navy”, because a Captain of the Navy is equivalent to a Colonel in the Army.  Ranks and Insignias in the AFP Commissioned Officers ARMY / Shoulder Board AIRFORCE / NAVY Collar Insignia (NAVY) MARINES 2nd Lieutenant Ensign Lieutenant 1st Lieutenant Junior Grade  Ranks and Insignias in the AFP Commissioned Officers ARMY / Shoulder AIRFORCE / NAVY Collar Insignia Board (NAVY) MARINES Captain Lieutenant Lieutenant Major Commander Ranks and Insignias in the AFP Commissioned Officers ARMY / Shoulder Board AIRFORCE / NAVY Collar Insignia (NAVY) MARINES Lieutenant Commander Colonel Colonel Captain  Ranks and Insignias in the AFP Commissioned Officers ARMY / Shoulder Board AIRFORCE / NAVY Collar Insignia (NAVY) MARINES Brigadier Commodore General Major General Rear Admiral  Ranks and Insignias in the AFP Commissioned Officers ARMY / Shoulder Board AIRFORCE / NAVY Collar Insignia (NAVY) MARINES Lieutenant Vice-Admiral General General Admiral Display & Salute to the National Flag The flag of the Republic of the Philippines represents the nation, the right to the place of honor. The edge which is toward the staff is the right edge. 1) Dipping organizational colors in salute. The flag of the Republic of the Philippines, national color and national standard are never dipped by way of salute or compliment. Dipping organizational colors Display & Salute to the National Flag The organizational color will be dipped in salute in all military ceremonies while the National Anthem is being played, and when rendering honors to the organizational commander or an individual higher in grade. Dipping organizational colors Display & Salute to the National Flag Display and Salute to the Flag 2)To indicate mourning. The flag is placed at the half staff. It is hoisted to the top of the staff before it is lowered to the half staff position. On National Heroes Day, last Sunday of August, the flag is displayed at half staff from sunrise (reveille) until noon and full staff from noon until sunset (retreat). Half mast Display & Salute to the National Flag 3) The Flag my be used to cover the caskets of the honored dead, as recognized the state. When positioning the flag, the white triangle must be at the head of the casket, while the blue field must cover the right side. To prevent the flag from falling off, a black band may be wrapped along the side of the casket. Before lowering the casket, the flag must be folded and handled to the heirs of the deceased. The National Flag must not be lowered into the grave or be allowed to touch the ground. Display & Salute to the National Flag 4) The National Flag if flown from a staff should have its blue field on top. When planted on the ground, it should be at the prominent place and higher than the roof of the principal building of the compound, of such height as would give the flag a commanding position within the compound and if placed on a window, it must project at an angle pointing upward. When lowering the flag, no part thereof should touch the ground. It should be handled and folded reverently. Before being completely detached from fan yard, the flag should be folded in the shape of a hooked hat. Display & Salute to the National Flag 5) When the flag is displayed vertically against the wall. The triangle will be uppermost with the Blue Side to the flag’s right (observer’s left). 6) When displayed horizontally against the wall. The triangle will be on the flag’s right (observer’s left) and the Blue Side on the top. When displayed in the chapel, the National Flag will be on the congregation’s right as they face the chaplain.  VERTICAL POSITION Peace Time War Time  HORIZONTAL POSITION Peace Time War Time Display & Salute to the National Flag 7) When displayed together from crossed staffs, as against a wall or posts. The National Flag will be on the right (observer’s left) and its staff will be crossed over that of the other flag. When the National Flag is used together with the colors or standards with the flag of another nation, it must always be above or on the right of other flags in a procession with a line of other flags. The Flag of the Republic of the Philippines is in front of the center line. Display & Salute to the National Flag 8) The National Flag shall be raised at sunrise (reveille) and lowered at sundown (retreat) at all posts, camps and stations. It should remain flying throughout the day but shall not stay flying after the sun had actually set except when especially prescribed. During the ceremony of hoisting or lowering the flag or when it is passing in a parade or review, all persons present except those actually engaged in hoisting or lowering the flag at retreat and in uniform should render the hand salute. Display & Salute to the National Flag 8) The National Flag shall be raised at sunrise (reveille) and lowered at sundown (retreat) at all posts, camps and stations. Men not in uniform should remove their headdress with the right hand over the heart. Women not in uniform should salute by placing the right hand over the heart. The salute to the flag in a moving column is rendered as the flag passes. Display & Salute to the National Flag 9) In no case will tear or slightly torn flag be displayed. When the flag will be unfit for use as shown by its form, appearance or state of serviceability, it shall be reported as unserviceable. The flag should not be thrown into the garbage or used as rags. It should be reverently burned. Display & Salute to the National Flag 10) When folding the flag. 1) The flag must be handled by two (2) people on opposite ends of the flag. 2) The blue field must be aligned to the left-hand side of the person standing at the head of the flag (where the sun is), before it is folded over. Display & Salute to the National Flag 11) In the military service, there are four (4) names of the Flag. The flag, color, standard, ensign. In general, the term “flag” is applicable regardless of its size and use, but the other three terms have special usages as follows: Display & Salute to the National Flag 11) In the military service, there are four (4) names of the Flag. 1. A color is a flag carried by dismounted units and one carried for supreme commanders and such general officers as are indicated below: a) The President of the Philippines b) The Secretary of the Department of National Defense c) The Chief of Staff of the AFP Display & Salute to the National Flag 11) In the military service, there are four (4) names of the Flag. 2. A standard is a flag carried by motorized or other mounted units and Air Force groups. 3. An ensign is a flag flown on ships, small boats and airships. Unified Command Rank Flags CS, Armed Forces of the Philippines Unified Command Rank Flags Unified Commander, 3 Stars Unified Command Rank Flags Unified Commander, 2 Stars Unified Command Rank Flags Unified Commander, 1 Star Philippine Army Rank Flags Lieutenant General Philippine Army Rank Flags Major General Philippine Army Rank Flags Brigadier General Honors to the National Anthem Outdoors Whenever and wherever the National Anthem is played and not in formation: 1) At the first note, all dismounted personnel present will face the music, stand at attention and render the prescribed salute except at the “Escort of the Color” or at “Retreat” they will face toward the color or flag. The position of salute will be retained until the last note of music is sounded. Honors to the National Anthem Outdoors Whenever and wherever the National Anthem is played and not in formation: 2) Vehicles in motion will be brought to a halt. Persons riding in passenger car or on a motorcycle will dismount and salute. Occupants of other types of military vehicles remain seated at attention in the vehicle, the individual in charge or each vehicle dismounting and rendering the hand salute. Tank or armored car commander salute from the vehicle. Honors to the National Anthem Outdoors Whenever and wherever the National Anthem is played and not in formation: 3) The above marks of respect are also shown on the national anthem of any friendly country when played upon official occasions. Honors to the National Anthem Indoors When the National Anthem is played indoors, military personnel will stand at attention and face the flag. If there’s no flag, face the source of the music and salute. They will not salute unless under arms.  CREDITS THIS POWERPOINT PRESENTATION IS PREPARED BY CPT MCDIERY A CONCEPCION PA (RES). ROTC INSTRUCTORS NO NEED OF A PERMISSION TO USE THIS BUT REQUIRES A PROPER ATTRIBUTION OF THE OWNER. WARNING: This PowerPoint presentation on Military Courtesy and Discipline is for FU ROTC Unit USE ONLY. Reproduction and distribution is STRICTLY NOT ALLOWED.