Retreat protocol

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  • By Staff Sgt. Stephanie Clark
  • 914th AW Public Affairs Office
NIAGARA FALLS AIR RESERVE STATION, N.Y. --  With the recent upgrade of the giant voice public address system here on base to accommodate the playing of retreat and the National Anthem, all personnel should familiarize themselves with the proper procedures to follow when this music is heard.

When outside and in uniform, face the flag (if visible) or face the music. Stand at attention and salute on the first note of the National Anthem (or if no music, when you see the flag first being raised or lowered). Drop your salute after the last note is played, or when the flag has been fully raised or lowered.

If in a vehicle during Reveille or Retreat, pull the car to the side of the road and stop. All occupants sit quietly at attention until the last note of the music has played.

When in civilian clothes and outdoors, stand at attention and place your right hand (with a hat if wearing one) over your heart.

For more information, refer to AFI 34-1201