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by Timothy Ashcraft on September 11th, 2005

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Why does a soldier call his unit to attention when a commander enters and leaves the building for the day?

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  • by John Wilson on September 16th, 2005

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    Military protocol requires that all lower ranked personnel be called to attention when an Officer enters the immediate area (this is usually a room, or area outside - not usually a building since you would have to physically see the officer arriving). In practice this is usually done when a Commanding Officer, that is, the unit commander or another unit's commander arrives. In reality - this is mainly done when a Colonel or higher arrives and leaves. It is military ass kissing.

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    • Good answer except for the military ass kissing part. It's a sign of respect. A colonel has earned that respect after 20 or so years of serving his/her country.

      stromv

      by stromv on July 31st, 2006

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