Customs and Courtesies for Junior ROTC

How much information do you already know about this topic area? Expert – My salute is crisp and sharp Above average – I know I have to salute Lt Col Sparaco when outside and I am in my JROTC uniform Moderate – What hand do I salute with? Rookie - I really have to cut my hair! (LE100-C1L3:LQ1)

When saluting, your _________. posture should be erect and alert head should be turned away from the person you are saluting head should be tilted toward your hand position must be at a sitting attention (LE100-C1L3:LQ2)

Lesson Overview Customs and courtesies Historic customs and courtesies Proper methods to demonstrate recognition and respect Military time Chapter 1, Lesson 3

Customs and Courtesies Customs is a traditional practice or usual way of doing something followed by a social group or people Help build confidence Vary from family to family, region to region, and country to country Like unwritten laws Keys to proper behavior in military and civilian life Chapter 1, Lesson 3 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

Courtesies Courtesy: Expression of consideration or respect, which goes beyond basic politeness and builds morale and discipline Chapter 1, Lesson 2 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

A traditional practice or usual way of doing something followed by a social group or people; a habitual practice of a person; or, the tradition or body of such practices 1 1 1 Taboo Custom Morale Courtesy 20 (LE100-C1L3:VQ1)

The difference between and custom and courtesy For the United States Armed Forces a courtesy is rooted and supported by a directive, US. Code or Military Law Chapter 1, Lesson 3 Photo Courtesy of Michael Wetzel/US Air Force JROTC

Historic Customs and Courtesies Position of Honor Walk or sit to the left of those with higher rank Hand Salute Says “I greet you” Signals recognition and respect Sloppy salute shows lack of confidence or respect Chapter 1, Lesson 3 Photo Courtesy of Michael Wetzel/US Air Force JROTC

How to Salute Execute salute smartly with right hand Middle finger is touching eyebrow, eyeglasses, or bill of Service or ABU cap Shoulder to elbow is parallel to the ground Thumb and fingers - extended and joined Posture - erect and alert Must be standing or marching at attention Chapter 1, Lesson 3 Photo Courtesy of Senior Airman Kayla Newman/Defense Video & Imagery Distribution System

Whom to Salute President of the United States All Commissioned and Warrant Officers of the US Armed Forces Officers of friendly foreign nations Secretary of Defense Secretaries of the US Military Service Branches Any Medal of Honor Recipient JROTC Cadet Officers Chapter 1, Lesson 3 Photo Courtesy of Wisconsin Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Vaughn R. Larson

When to Salute Always return a salute, unless unable If you are junior rank, you salute first Do not salute indoors, except during a formal report or receiving a formal award from an officer When outside during the National Anthem Outdoor salutes exchanged upon recognition In special instances, salutes are not exchanged Chapter 1, Lesson 3 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

Which person would you not salute? A Commissioned Military Officer The President of the United States Secretary of the Air Force Mr. Oshodi 1 25 (LE100-C1L3:LQ5)

When saluting, your _________. 1 posture should be erect and alert head should be turned away from the person you are saluting head should be tilted toward your hand position must be at a sitting attention 1 25 (LE100-C1L3:LQ2)

Which of the following is a situation where a salute would not happen? Outside during the National Anthem When you see a LtCol Sparaco outside When are formaling reporting inside During a work detail 1 1 1 25 (LE100-C1L3:LQ5)

Recognition and Respect You can recognize an officer by: Service hat visor or band Hat or beret insignia Flight cap and insignia Marked government vehicles and staff cars may indicate an officer is aboard Chapter 1, Lesson 3 Photo Courtesy of Dunwoody, Department of Defense

Personal Courtesies Walk, ride, or sit to the left of higher-ranking person Stand when an officer speaks to you Get out of the vehicle before speaking to higher-ranking person outside vehicle Junior-ranking members enter a vehicle first Chapter 1, Lesson 3 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

Personal Courtesies RHIP – Rank Has Its Privileges Privilege and responsibility go hand-in-hand Positions must never be abused Senior members that abuse the system face consequences and so do junior members that don’t follow the rules A court-martial is a military or naval court of officers and, occasionally, enlisted personnel appointed by a commander to try offenders under military law. Best privileges are those you earn Chapter 1, Lesson 3 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

Military Titles Use correct title to show respect for rank A title is a formal name given to a person because of office, grade/rank, hereditary privilege, or as a mark of respect Official written correspondence—use full title Speaking to officers or NCOs—use formal or abbreviated military titles Chapter 1, Lesson 3 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

Mr. Mrs. Miss Ms. Military Titles, cont. Address civilians as Mr., Mrs., Miss, or Ms. Address medical doctors, dentists, and veterinarians as Doctor Address chaplains as Chaplain Address retirees by their retired rank Mr. Mrs. Miss Ms. Chapter 1, Lesson 3

Rank has its privileges 1 1 1 RHIP Title Board Court-martial (LE100-C1L3:VQ7)

A military or naval court of officers and, occasionally, enlisted personnel appointed by a commander to try offenders under military law 1 1 1 RHIP Board Taboo Court-martial (LE100-C1L3:VQ10)

Is a formal name given to a person because of office, grade/rank, hereditary privilege, or as a mark of respect 1 1 1 RHIP Title Board Court-martial (LE100-C1L3:VQ8)

Military Time 24-hour clock beginning at midnight Military time is the 24-hour clock If the time is 12:15 a.m. you say: “zero-zero-fifteen” or “zero-zero-fifteen hours” “oh-oh-fifteen” or “oh-oh-fifteen hours” Chapter 1, Lesson 3 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

Military Time Standard 24-Hour 12 Midnight 0000hrs 12 noon 1200hrs 1:00am 0100hrs 1:00pm 1300hrs 1:30am 0130hrs 1:30pm 1330hrs 02:00am 0200hrs 02:00pm 1400hrs 03:00am 0300hrs 03:00pm 1500hrs 04:00am 0400hrs 04:00pm 1600hrs 05:00am 0500hrs 05:00pm 1700hrs 06:00am 0600hrs 06:00pm 1800hrs 07:00am 0700hrs 07:00pm 1900hrs 08:00am 0800hrs 08:00pm 2000hrs 09:00am 0900hrs 09:00pm 2100hrs 10:00am 1000hrs 10:00pm 22:00hrs 11:00am 1100hrs 11:00pm 23:00hrs Chapter 1, Lesson 3 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

Greenwich Mean Time Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), established to aid worldwide navigation and is based on the zero degree north/south line running through Greenwich England with 24 time zones around the world 12 east of Greenwich and 12 west of Greenwich U.S. Military refers to GMT as Zulu Time Attaches the "Zulu" (Z) suffix to ensure time zone is clear Chapter 1, Lesson 3 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

How many time zones are in the world? 1 1 1 4 12 24 26 :25 (LE100-C1L3:LQ8)

Established to aid worldwide navigation and is based on the zero degree north/south line running through Greenwich, England 1 1 1 RHIP Military Time Espirit de corps Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) :25 (LE100-C1L3:VQ12)

Summary Describe the difference between a custom and a courtesy. Identify historic customs and courtesies. Explain the proper way to salute and when and who to salute. List basic personal courtesies for senior military members Describe the standard usage of military time. Chapter 1, Lesson 3

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