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Old 05-29-2014, 03:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Hodawg View Post
My wife and I noticed that TOTUS did not return salutes from any of the Cadets at USMA during yesterday's ceremonies. Here is a question I pose to those of you who are Veterans of our Armed Forces:

Exactly what is the protocol for the President in regards to returning salutes? I also notice that he seldom returns a salute to the Marine Sgt at the foot of the steps to Marine 1.

Cheers y'all,
Ken
I don't know the actually protocol, but I know any president worth their salt salutes the men and women of our armed forces. Even if they never served they understand that they are the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and respect the position. Goes to show you what he thinks about it.
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