Protocol at Funerals
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Protocol at Funerals
Off to my Grandfathers funeral this week. I have been requested to wear uniform as he is ex-RAF. I know that one wears a black armband on the LHS but should medals be worn?
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Crikey, even though I went to a couple of RAF funerals (kinda goes with mil aircrew territory, unfortunately) I can't remember exactly. My instinct says yes, because it is a parade type thing (military funerals, anyway).
Common sense (with years of military service) says that it could never be disrespectful to honour a former serviceman whilst wearing your medals at his funeral.
Common sense (with years of military service) says that it could never be disrespectful to honour a former serviceman whilst wearing your medals at his funeral.
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I know SWO's can be real mean B*****d's but no they wouldn't even have the gall to do that - but they are one of the people that you do need to ask permission of to wear No 1s for a funeral or wedding.
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You don't need to ask permission, but I believe you should info the mil police that uniform will be worn at a function open to the public.
No 1 uniform with SD hat and medals iscorrect dress.
No 1 uniform with SD hat and medals iscorrect dress.