Title: Identify the procedures of executing the hand salute.
Course: Navy JROTC I (09101) > Section: Demonstrating U.S. Navy Traditions, Customs, and Courtesies

Identification should include

- determining when, where, and to whom it is appropriate to salute
- coming to attention
- turning the head and eyes toward the Colors or person to be saluted
- raising the right hand quickly and sharply
- bringing the hand up until the tip of the index finger touches above and slightly to the right of the right eye
- keeping thumb and fingers extended and joined, palm to the left, with the hand and wrist straight
- holding upper arm horizontal and forearm inclined at a 45º angle
- maintaining the salute until it is returned by the person saluted
- dropping the hand to the side.

The above should be accomplished without any personal stylistic additions.

Process/Skill Questions:

- In what indoor facilities is it appropriate to salute?
- When out in a public facility, is it appropriate to salute a senior officer?
- When in a hurry and passing an officer from the right or left, what must one say when passing?
- When the national anthem starts playing, is it appropriate to salute or to put one's hand over one's heart?