The Color Guard

[@Gershwin48]

Excellent. As a former Ceremonial Guard member, I learned something…as I always do. Thank you!

[@georgestokes5116]

that video was great it told me that their was more to it than just carrying a flag thank you so much.

[@petelutz2967]

Another outstanding piece on Naval History!

[@horsehide3039]

Excellent research and presentation. I love this stuff. As a by the way story, I went to a funeral for a fallen officer years ago. He was a Marine and the services were in Tucson in the dead of summer. I watched those professional Marine Honor Guard do the ceremony and was more than impressed. Dress blues and about 108 or hotter, outside and no shade. They were like robots and so, so cool, haha.. Very impressive. My son later went to the Marine Corps and during the graduation ceremony, watching the precise drill of those hundreds of men was beyond awe inspiring. I was so proud. It was something and is a wonderful tradition.

[@stustang05]

This one was not only informative from an historical perspective, but also had quite a bit of practical guidance for modern color guards.

[@XrayxRich]

My Grandson will be joining the high school ROTC program this coming year. He said they will be forming a Color Guard. I'm going to direct him to view this video. Thanks Master Chief. BTW, you need to continue making these videos as they are very informative.

[@stevebailey325]

I love this stuff. Thanks so much for your channel.

[@cmussomaha]

Master Chief, have you ever considered, or would you be interested in, researching and creating a video about the history and current status of the Navy Sea Cadet Corps?

[@masterchiefsseachest1983]

Perhaps. I spent 4 years as a cadet, one as a midshipman, and 4 as a lieutenant in USNSCC.

[@dougreid2351]

Once again, thank you, Shipmate. Twenty minutes very well spent.

[@jdcrawford974]

Congratulations on an exceptional information video on our history. Hopefully the US Navy picks this up, supports it, so you can take the disclaimer out at the beginning. If it wins - it wins! This wins! BZ... Your Brother, ITCS Crawford

[@donabele1243]

I was truly honored to be a part of the flag presentation on USS CONSTITUTION when the Vice Chief's of Staff (or their representative) presented the Medal of Honor flag to more than 70 recipients while underway in Boston harbor.

[@williamkeith8944]

Thank you!🇺🇸

[@RaymondAdames]

Excellent presentation concerning appropriate appearance and execution of a very important military tradition.

[@brettsims931]

Another great insight on naval protocol!

[@george5120]

I have no interest in Color Guards but nonetheless enjoyed this documentary because it is so well done. And, I was sufficiently impressed that I did share the video with an acquaintance who does enjoy military history.

[@edwardkeene7045]

I learned a few things, good job! I saw that the original Navy Jack is also authorized for a color guard. USN 1966-72, USMCR 1978-1999. 1stSgt Edward Keene, USMC Retired

[@CAPNMAC82]

The European use of "Ensign" was fully formed by the 1790s. The position was typically assigned to what we would consider a Midshipman today, at the time it was a 4th or 5th son of nobility aged 15 to 17 (1st sons were heirs, 2nd, clergy, 3rd, military in British nobility). Dating back to the Magna Carta, British nobility were required to raise levies to the order of the Crown. The size of the unit raised was based on the "rank" of a noble; a Squire a Platoon, a Knight a Company, a Viscount a Battalion, and so on. By the time of Elizabeth, these levies might be permanently stood up, and the cost reimbursed by the Crown. This is where roll calls begin from, an inventory of troops paid for by the Exchequer. Such units were notionally "blessed" by the Crown (who was their paymaster). They received Colours to show this. One flag belonged to the unit; the other bore the Union Jack, 'belonged' to the Crown. A subaltern could carry the Unit Colour; a member of the nobility (at the time) would carry the Ensign of the Crown. The thing became the rank. The British set the tone for such things, and many European nations followed suit in some fashion (Napoleon's Imperials trooped a Roman-style eagle standard, having pitched the nobility in the bin). In the ACW, a great deal of import was placed on capturing Enemy Colors in battle, and Congress issued out Medals of Honor to those credited with such capture. (This later called for revamoing the awards procedure.)

[@markperron4566]

When I was in the Navy basic training at San Diego Sep. 1983 I was selected for drill company 937 where I was part of the colour guard. I carried the Base or Camand flag. Next to me on my right was the Minuteman flag, to his right the Navy flag, and to his right the Ensign. On each side of the flags were riflemen. We performed the national anthem ceromies at a sports event and the graduation ceremonies of our company and the company the week ahead of us. We wore chrome helmets and leggings with our dress whites. My question to you is our uniform and flags we carried is a little different from what you described can you elaborate on this. Also we marched shoulder to shoulder and not separated as shown in your photos. Thanks for this information.

[@mauiharward4990]

Thank you.

[@RedStickLouisiana]

Interesting and informative, thanks.

[@johnyount989]

Excellent review of history Master Chief.

[@billhuber2964]

Fascinating.

[@bruceoneil6840]

I am a member of a veterans burial detail and we usually do funeral honors at our local national cemetery. We do an average of 350 to 400 services a year. We work with all branches of service. All the DOD members we work with except the Navy wear white gloves when folding and presenting the flag to the designated person accepting the flag. The officer in charge tells us that there is no Navy regulation saying they should wear white gloves. Is this true and if it is not can you or someone direct me to the Navy regulation stating so. Thank you for your service.

[@dougreid2351]

Master Chief addressed that somewhere toward the end of the video, a 'modern time' revision. Looking around the 18:45 mark. ;)

[@jimjenjazz]

The British use both salutes, palm up and palm down, depending on service. The Royal Navy salutes palm down whilst all the others salute with palm facing forward. There is some argument as to why there are differences, traditionally the palm forward is to show the hand is empty (thus not concealing a weapon). The reason why the RN does not salute in that way is difficult to pinpoint, but the theory I like is that sailors during Nelsonian times always had dirty hands from handling tarred ropes (incidentlly that is why sailors are known as 'tars') and it was thought to be disrespectful to show a dirty hand whilst saluting. As I say, there is some dispute over the exact reasons why the different British services use different salutes.

[@jimstanga6390]

The US Navy Color Guard still carry Springfield M1903 rifles?

[@masterchiefsseachest1983]

My color guards, with the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard, carry '03s. Pretty much any rifle could be used, though.

[@caiselohare4938]

Awesome and informative video, shame you spelt colour wrong all the way through 😃, both similar and very different from British practice 🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@michealfeeney8920]

whiskey Tango Foxtrot???? we did not start carrying our service flag until the 1960's?!!?!?!?!?!?! *continues listening* WOW, Glad the MCPO of naval ceremonies is explaining this. Its confusing to this ex-squid!!!