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The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards. Motivation. From the ancient Greeks to the Armed Forces today, the military uniform has represented a long and honorable tradition of devotion to one’s country. What does the military uniform symbolize?.

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The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

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  1. The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards Lesson 2, Chapter 1

  2. Motivation • From the ancient Greeks to the Armed Forces today, the military uniform has represented a long and honorable tradition of devotion to one’s country. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  3. What does the military uniform symbolize? • A public symbol of the nation’s defense forces • A long and honorable tradition of devoted service to country • Should be worn proudly and properly • Key elements for wearing uniform: neatness, cleanliness, safety, military image Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  4. What is the history of the uniform? • Uniform combines Latin words unus and forma to mean “one form.” • Ancient Romans wore togas, a type of uniform. • Toga candida—worn by candidates for public office • Toga palmata—ceremonial toga • Toga praetexta—worn by emperors • Toga sordida—worn by lower classes, mourners, and people accused of crimes Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  5. What is the history of the uniform? (cont’d) • The origin of the military uniform goes back to an early date in Western civilization. • Athenian and Spartan soldiers in Greece dressed according to position in military formations. • Heavy infantryman • Light-foot soldier Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  6. What is the history of the uniform? (cont’d) • A national army with a standard uniform appeared in England during the Great Rebellion (1642–1646). • Red with colored facings to distinguish regiments • Adaptations of civilian dress • Units identified by colors and standards • Distinctive, colorful uniforms for troops serving under wealthy people • From this start, the military uniform evolved. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  7. How do you wear the Air Force uniform properly? • The AFJROTC uniform is the same, with certain exceptions, as that worn by active duty Air Force personnel. • It is important to honor the uniform and to wear it properly. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  8. How do you wear the Air Force uniform properly? • Cadets may not wear the uniform • While hitchhiking, in demonstrations, for crowd control, during political events • Cadets may wear the uniform • While acting as ushers, parking lot attendants, runners, or at discretion of SASI Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  9. How do you wear the Air Force uniform properly? (cont’d) • Parts of the Hatch Act bar military personnel from engaging in any form of public political activity while in uniform. • These activities include • Attending rallies and political speeches and passing out fliers • Publicly supporting a political candidate, party, or political issue Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  10. How do you wear the Air Force uniform properly? (cont’d) • However, members of the military • Are encouraged to vote • May place political bumper stickers or signs on own vehicles or private property • Can participate in political events if not in uniform and if not identifying selves as military members Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  11. How do you wear the Air Force uniform properly? (cont’d) • Military personnel in uniform also cannot participate in events where it might be implied that the Air Force supports a particular cause. • Public speeches, rallies, interviews, picket lines, and marches • Activities that might imply Air Force endorsement of a commercial interest • Private employment Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  12. How do you wear the Air Force uniform properly? (cont’d) • Most Air Force Junior ROTC units have published information on the cadet uniform and how to wear it. • These are usually based on three publications (see AFJROTC Cyber-Campus Web site): • AFI 36-2903: Dress and Personal Appearance of Air Force Personnel • AFJROTCI 36-2001: Air Force Junior ROTC Operations • AFJROTC Uniform and Awards Guide Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  13. What are the AFJROTC uniform standards? (cont’d) • Service uniform for both males and females • Form-fitting, properly fitting coat • Proper sleeve length • Proper coat length • Properly fitted trousers or slacks Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  14. What are the AFJROTC uniform standards? (cont’d) • Uniform do’s • Do wear the standard Air Force uniform properly. • Do wear the uniform on the day established by the SASI (usually at least one day each week). • Do wear the uniform • At other times specified by the SASI • When you fly on military aircraft • When participating in color guard or drill team Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  15. What are the AFJROTC uniform standards? (cont’d) • Do keep shoes polished and shined. • Do wear shoes appropriate for the activity. • Do keep badges and other metallic devices clean and free of scratches and corrosion. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  16. What are the AFJROTC uniform standards? (cont’d) • Do keep ribbons clean and replace them when they become worn, frayed, or faded. • If your unit is in a military high school, do wear the distinctive uniform required by the institution for special occasions or ceremonies. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  17. What are the AFJROTC uniform standards (cont’d) • Uniform don’ts • Don’t wear the Air Force commissioned officer sleeve braid or officer silver thread on flight caps. • Don’t wear the uniform with other clothing. • Don’t lend your uniform to someone not a member of AFJROTC program. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  18. What are the AFJROTC uniform standards? (cont’d) • Don’t allow articles such as wallets, pencils, pens, and combs to be visible. • Don’t wear earphones or headphones while in uniform, unless required by duty. • Don’t carry pagers or cell phones unless required for duty. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  19. What are special team uniforms? • Special teams are • Color guards • Honor guards • Saber teams • Drill teams • Special teams may wear additional uniform items or wear a distinctive, yet conservative, uniform of military style. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  20. What are special team uniforms? • Except for color cords, these items or uniforms are worn only when performing duty as a member of a specialized group. • Greater latitude is permitted in design of open competition drill team uniforms. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  21. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? • Standards for wearing the uniform consist of four elements. • Neatness • Cleanliness • Safety • Military image Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  22. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d) Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  23. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d) Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  24. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? (cont’d) • Jewelry standards • Cadets in uniform may wear • A wristwatch • Rings, but no more than three at one time • A neat, conservative wrist bracelet no wider than one inch • Female cadets may wear conservative earrings. • Male cadets may not wear earrings. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  25. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? (cont’d) • Eyeglasses or sunglasses • Must have conservative frames and lenses • Must not be faddish or have mirrored lenses • Cannot be worn around neck while in uniform Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  26. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? (cont’d) • Tattoos or brands cannot be obscene or advocate discrimination. • Excessive tattoos or brands will not be exposed or visible while in uniform. • No objects may be displayed through nose, tongue, or any exposed body part. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  27. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? (cont’d) • Specific female cadet guidelines • Hair • No longer than bottom of collar edge at back of neck • Conservative style • Should look professional and allow headgear to be worn properly • Must not be too full or high on head • Plain (if any) pins, combs, barrettes, etc. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  28. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? (cont’d) • Length of skirt may not vary beyond top and bottom of kneecap. • Skirt should fit smoothly, should hang naturally, and must not be excessively tight. • Hosiery must be worn with the skirt. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  29. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? (cont’d) • Specific male cadet guidelines: Hair • Must be clean, neat, and trimmed • Must not contain large amounts of grooming aids that remain visible in hair • Should not touch ears or eyebrows Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  30. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? (cont’d) • Specific male cadet guidelines: Hair • Should not touch collar, except for closely cut or shaved hair on back of neck • Should not exceed 1¼ inches in bulk regardless of length Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  31. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? (cont’d) • Must not protrude below the front band of headgear • Must have tapered appearance on sides and back • Must not have bulk or length that interferes with wearing headgear properly • May not have foreign items attached • May have sideburns if they are straight, are of even width, and end in a clean, horizontal line • Must not have extreme or faddish styles or colors Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  32. What are the insignia of grade? • Active duty insignia of grade • An insignia is a badge or mark of office or honor. • The Air Force grade insignia system is broken down into two categories: • Officer grades • Enlisted grades • Enlisted grades are subdivided into two categories: • Noncommissioned Officers (NCO) • Airman grades Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  33. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d) Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  34. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d) • Proper methods of address when speaking to officers • “Lieutenant” for a Second Lieutenant and a First Lieutenant • “Colonel” for either a Lieutenant Colonel or a Colonel • “General” for all generals • Use full titles for official correspondence. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  35. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d) • Noncommissioned Officers (NCOs) • Airmen serving in the grade of staff sergeant through chief master sergeant Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  36. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d) • Proper methods of address when speaking to NCOs • “Chief” for a Chief Master Sergeant • “Sergeant” for all other sergeants • Use full titles in official correspondence. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  37. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d) • Five Noncommissioned Officer grade insignias • Inverted and curved chevron • Blue background of chevrons • Silver stripes with silver star in center • BDU insignia: dark blue stripes on green background with dark blue star • First sergeants: diamond device above star on chevrons Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  38. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d) • First sergeants may hold the rank of Master Sergeant (MSgt), Senior Master Sergeant (SMSgt), or Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt). • These top senior NCOs hold a position of trust and responsibility as the link between the commander and the unit personnel. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  39. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d) • Responsibilities of first sergeants • Ensuring that enlisted personnel know their commander's policies • Representing the interests of enlisted personnel to the commander • Promoting enlisted personnel’s welfare, morale, and health • Maintaining discipline and standards of conduct • Providing guidance on leadership, military justice, and customs and courtesies Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  40. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d) • The Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force (CMSAF) • Holds highest position of any enlisted personnel • Acts as personal advisor to Air Force Chief of Staff and Secretary of the Air Force • Provides information about welfare, effectiveness, and progress of enlisted force Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  41. CMSAF • 8 Stripes with wreath around the bottom and sides of the star and the Great Seal of the United States with two stars in the upper left field. • On October 24, 1966, AF Chief of Staff General John P. McConnell announced the position of Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  42. CMSAF • Position was added to create prestige to the NCO Corps. • Only one Chief Master Sergeant in the entire Air Force can be the CMSAF. • The first CMSAF was Chief Paul W. Airey Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  43. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d) • The four Airman grades • Airman Basic (AB) • Airman (Amn) • Airman First Class (A1C) • Senior Airman (SrA) • For enlisted grades, the pay grade is always one more than the number of stripes. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  44. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d) • Air Force Junior ROTC insignia of grade • For officer grades, active duty grade insignia are very different from cadet grade insignia. • For enlisted grades, there are only slight differences between active duty insignia and Junior ROTC insignia. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  45. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d) Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

  46. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d) • Cadet enlisted grade insignia • Cadet Airman—pointed chevron of 1 stripe, with torch in the middle • Cadet Airman First Class—pointed chevron of 2 stripes, with torch in the middle • Cadet Senior Airman—pointed chevron of 3 stripes, with torch in the middle • Cadet Staff Sergeant—pointed chevron of 4 stripes, with torch in the middle Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

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