What you carry in a parade says as much as how you march. When a guidon flag pole is raised, it's not just a part of a uniform, it becomes the face of your unit. It’s what leads the way, stands …

A JROTC (Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps) drill rifle typically weighs between 8-10 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg). These are specifically designed for drill purposes and are not actual firearms but rat …

The U.S. military primarily uses the M1 Garand or the 1903 Springfield rifle for ceremonial drill and honor guard duties. While the active military uses more modern weapons for combat, the M1 Garand …

The aiguillette is a decorative cord or braid worn on military uniforms that serves several purposes: It signifies the wearer's role as an aide-de-camp or adjutant to a senior officer, head of state …

In the U.S. Military, swords are not automatically issued based on rank alone. Instead, they are ceremonial items that certain officers and Non-commissioned officers may purchase as part of their dres …