2006-09-22 06:50:39 · 12 answers · asked by APB 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Hats disguise you.
2006-09-22 06:51:44 · answer #1 · answered by Photographer 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The "tipping" or removal of a hat is said to have originated from the same place as the military salute. Knights would lift the visor (face guard) on their helm, showing their face as a sign of respect and their empty hand as an indication they meant no harm. This tradition evolved into the modern military salute. Similarly, the removal of a helm (helmet) or other headgear indoors and as a sign of respect or reverence is said to have originated before the Dark Ages. This tradition was carried on throughout the centuries by men of arms (soldiers) and nobility, as well as their staff, servants and slaves. After the Dark Ages, manners and etiquette grew to become an essential part of everyday life and the conventions of hat etiquette became ingrained in civilized culture.
2006-09-22 13:56:36 · answer #2 · answered by salem 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The old etiquette said that a man should remove his hat in the presense of a flag or a cross. Most public buildings have flags in them, so you should remove your hat.
2006-09-22 13:54:39 · answer #3 · answered by Purdey EP 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To show off your lovely "hat hair".
2006-09-22 13:58:09 · answer #4 · answered by fibreglasscar 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could certainly hide a damaging bomb in a hat.
2006-09-22 13:54:29 · answer #5 · answered by Joey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Out of respect, you take your coat and hat off inside incase they are dirty.
2006-09-22 13:58:19 · answer #6 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a sign of respect!
2006-09-22 13:59:17 · answer #7 · answered by red9 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Out of respect.
2006-09-22 13:52:47 · answer #8 · answered by chrstnwrtr 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ever sit behind one in an auditorium setting?
2006-09-22 13:53:05 · answer #9 · answered by IdahoMike 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because the UCMJ says so!
2006-09-22 13:52:48 · answer #10 · answered by I I 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋