Military Customs and Traditions

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COLLEGE/COURSE: COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

BACHELOR IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION- Gen.Ed
PREVIOUS ASSIGNMENT:
BAND OFFICER
PRESENT DESIGNATION: S1/ ADMIN
EURASIA MAY D ROMANO

CDT MAJ (ROTC) 1CL
BN S1/ ADMIN

CLASSROOM RULES
 Mobile phones

CLASSROOM RULES cont..

 Sleepy cadets student

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 Cadets student questions

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 Ten (10) minutes break

CLASSROOM RULES
 Cadets student are allowed to use the rest room

 In case of emergency

 In case of fire

 In case of earthquake

Military Customs and Traditions

Military Professional: Military Customs and Traditions

(Code Nr: 7CEO) Instructional Vidoes
TC 7-22.2 NCO guide 2015.pdf
TRADOC Pam 600-4 IET Soldiers Handbook V 2008.
AFP Code of Ethics

 To prepare the ROTC Cadets as responsible,

capable, knowledgeable, skilled and with the right
character as an Infantry Man.

1. To inculcate to the students, on the values of citizenship, and

personal responsibility, which is essential in preparing them, as
responsible Infantry Personnel
2. To train the students, on basic skills, that is essential being
an Infantry Man and
3. To prepare the students, in developing their camaraderie,
and team work attitude, in preparing them to become future
leaders, of the Infantry Squad.

Definition of Terms
Different Military Customs
Different Military Traditions

DEFINITION OF TERMS
 Customs - accepted practices

 Courtesy - good manners and politeness
 Traditions - inherited principles and practices
5 Honor. Patriotism. Duty.

CUSTOMS
These are accepted practices realized through
continued usage that has force, and effect of a
common law.
Customs include positive actions- things you do,
and taboos-things you avoid.

Different Military Customs

 Salute

1. Salute
Men of arms execute salute, as an exchange of
greeting, courtesy, and respect among themselves.
It has been preserved, and its use continued in all

modern armed forces, which inherited their military
traditions from the Age of Chivalry. The method of
rendering the salute has varied through the ages, as it
still varies in form among the armed forces for today.
In the Navy, saluting with the left hand is allowed,

when the right hand is occupied with something, or not
available for the execution of the same.
All soldiers in uniform are required to salute, when

they meet and recognize persons entitled to a salute,
except when it is inappropriate or impractical (in public
conveyances such as planes and buses, in public
places such as inside theaters, or when driving a
vehicle).
A salute is also rendered:
a. When the Philippine National Anthem, "To the Color," "Hail to the
Chief," or foreign national anthems are played.
b· On ceremonial occasions such as changes of command or funerals.
c. At reveille and retreat ceremonies, during the raising or lowering of
the flag.
d. During the sounding of honors.
e. When pledging allegiance to the Philippine flag outdoors.
f. When turning over control of formations.
g. When rendering reports.
h. To officers of friendly foreign countries.
SALUTE are not required

• when Indoors, unless reporting to an officer, or when on duty as a
guard.
· A prisoner.
· Saluting is obviously inappropriate. In any case not covered by
specific instructions, render the salute.
· Either the senior or the subordinate is wearing civilian clothes.
(Topless).
In general, you don't salute when you are working (for example,
under your vehicle doing maintenance), indoors (except when
reporting), or when saluting is not practical (carrying articles with both
hands, for example).
Simple courtesy is an important indicator of a person's

bearing, discipline, and manners. It is a fact that most people
respond positively to genuine politeness, and courtesy. Walk
down a street in most towns and cities and see the response
you get from people when you just say "good morning." It is
no different for soldiers. Some units substitute the greeting
with their unit motto, such as "Deeds, not Words," or "Keep
up the Fire." These reiterate pride in the unit, and
demonstrate the discipline, and professionalism of a unit's
soldiers.
 Flag Raising Ceremony

The Philippine Flag symbolizes our country, and

people.
The Filipino Soldier honors the Flag, by raising it with
the troops, singing the National Anthem, and to the
accompaniment of the band, before the start of the
official day’s work, to pledge, that all his efforts for
the day is dedicated, to God, his country, and people.

 The Retreat Ceremony

In our service, it is known to have been in use,

during the early days of the American occupation.
The sounds of the evening gun, during a
combined ceremonial parade, and retreat
ceremony, one of the inspiring customs of the
service. Military personnel in camps, or
garrisons, pause for a moment ,either to salute
the Nation's' Flag, or sing the National Anthem.

 The Three Volleys Over Graves

This is a sign of respect, and gesture of farewell,

tendered to a departed comrade-in-arms. In the
older days, they did it, by throwing, or casting
earth three times upon the grave, calling the
name of the dead, and saying “Farewell” three
times.

 The White Flag of Truce

This is a world wide custom used, to signal

the temporary cessation of hostilities,
between warring parties.

 The Wearing of Decorations

Military personnel, who honorably earned

decorations, in the performance of duty,
displays them as part of the uniform,
during appropriate occasions.

 The Raising of the Right Hand in Taking Oath

The taking of oath for truth of statement of

testimony, has always been solemn, and
serious matter, accompanied by ceremony. In
essence, the taker of the oath, calls upon his
God, to bear witness that the truth would be
told.

Different Military Traditions
 Tradition of Valor
 Tradition of Duty
 Tradition of Honor
 Tradition of Solidarity
 Tradition of Loyalty

The following are the significant military traditions:
1. Tradition of Valor
Boldness or determination in facing great
danger, especially in battle; heroic courage;
bravery.

2. Tradition of Duty
The Filipino soldier has exemplified himself

throughout history, as a dedicated public servant,
who performed his tasks with a deep sense of
responsibility, and self-sacrifice by making himself
available at all times, whenever situation
demands.
3. Tradition of Honor
Honor is a matter of carrying out, acting, and

living the values of respect, duty, loyalty,
selfless service, integrity and personal
courage in everything you do.

4. Tradition of Solidarity
The strongest, most enduring, and powerful military tradition,

that bound the soldiers in oneness to the people they serve.
In every endeavor the Filipino soldier has undertaken, he
always worked as part of the team, and ally in the
accomplishment of the mission, an indispensable partner of
the people, whose support he treasures as vital in the
attainment of national objectives.

5. Tradition of Loyalty
The Filipino soldier has held the respect of the nation,

by shedding blood, and offering the supreme
sacrifice, in defense of the country. He has given
consistently his loyalty to God, country, to our
constitution, people, seniors, peers, junior and the
AFP Chain of Command. (What you see/hear, leave it
here).
 Courtesy of the Post

 Presentation of Recruits to Colors
 Welcome/Farewell Tendered to a Newly
Assigned/Departing Officer
 Happy Hour
 Ceremony Tendered to a Retiree
 Pipe Calls, Trumpet or Bugle Calls
 Courtesy Calls

 Call of Newly Promoted Generals/Flag

Officers

 Survivor Assistance to Bereaved Family

 "I Wish" and "I Desire" Statement
 Place of Honor
 New Year’s Call on the Commanding Officer
 Military Weddings
 Christmas Holiday Entertainment
 Rank has its Privileges
 Visiting the sick
 Use the word “Sir”
The customs of the Army have its common law:
 Never criticize the Army or a leader in public.

 Never go "over the heads" of superiors-don't jump the
chain of command.
 Never offer excuses.
 Never turn and walk away to avoid giving the hand salute.
 Never run indoors or pretend you don't hear (while driving,
for example) to avoid standing reveille or retreat.
 Never appear in uniform while under the influence of
alcohol.
Summary
Definition of Terms
 Customs
 Courtesy
 Traditions

Summary cont…
Different Military Traditions
 Tradition of Valor
 Tradition of Duty
 Tradition of Honor
 Tradition of Solidarity
 Tradition of Loyalty
Summary cont…
 Salute
 Flag Raising Ceremony
 The Retreat Ceremony
 The Three Volleys Over Graves
 The White Flag of Truce
 The Wearing of Decorations
Summary cont…
 The Raising of the Right Hand in Taking Oath
 Courtesy of the Post
 Presentation of Recruits to Colors
 Welcome/Farewell Tendered to a Newly
Assigned/Departing Officer
 Happy Hour
 Ceremony Tendered to a Retiree
Summary cont…
 Pipe Calls, Trumpet or Bugle Calls
 Courtesy Calls
 Call of Newly Promoted Generals/Flag Officers
 Survivor Assistance to Bereaved Family
 "I Wish" and "I Desire" Statement
 Place of Honor

Summary cont…
 New Year’s Call on the Commanding Officer
 Military Weddings
 Christmas Holiday Entertainment
 Rank has its Privileges
 Visiting the sick
 Use the word “Sir”

ASSESSMENT
1. WHAT IS YOUR KEY TAKEAWAYS
IN OUR LESSON?

“Respect others Customs and Traditions, be

courteous to your superiors and elders so that
they returned courtesy from you"
Thank you for your cooperation!!!

That concludes our lesson for today,
"Good luck on your chosen career,
Do your Best and God Bless"

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By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride.

Honor. Patriotism. Duty.

Honor. Patriotism. Duty.

Honor. Patriotism. Duty.

Honor. Patriotism. Duty.

Honor. Patriotism. Duty.

Honor. Patriotism. Duty.

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COLLEGE/COURSE: COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

PRESENT DESIGNATION: S1/ ADMIN

EURASIA MAY D ROMANO

Honor. Patriotism. Duty.

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