There should have been an Assistant Driver ("A"-driver). That should be the "witness". I've driven these trucks. They're very wide, but easy to control, as long as, your not going too fast for conditions (not just weather in this case). Bad situation no matter how you look at it. In most...
I can send you the USMC Flag Manual (3.1 MB) or you can follow this link (hope it works). In regards to the National Ensign - it's all the same on how it is cared for and presented. So this Marine Corps Order should answer the mail for you. Good luck with the color guard. -Art
I would recommend that you get someone to help you fold them into the shape of a "three-point hat" and look for a plastic or vinyl case to store them out of the sunlight. "Old Glory" should be folded so that when you finish, there should be no red and white showing - all three sides should be...
Thanks Coastiejoe. I'll have to figure out how to put all the ribbons together - we don't use the right side unless we have medals on the left and there is no medal struck for the award, then we place the ribbon on the right (i.e. Presidential Unit Citation). - Art :D
Where did you find the website that allows you to post your ribbons? I've been to two for Marines but neither will allow me to save my ribbons as a file. Can anyone help a young, retired Marine?
Semper Fidelis,
Art Roth
Gunnery Sergeant (FMCR)
Hey Coastiejoe, looks like your staying busy. Dale makes a good point - so when you can get to it, I'm looking for a tailgate (SportTrac) in Competition Orange. Again no hurry, have a good one and thanks for your time. - Art