What would happen if the military's standards of bearing were no longer upheld?

Question

And what exactly does the phrase "Standards of bearing" mean???
My husband needs help with this question, so I figured I'd ask you brilliant people what you think. =D

Answer 1

Military bearing is the comportment of a soldier. Without proper bearing a military member lacks discipline and his appearance is a shame to his fellow military members. The lack of proper bearing is an outward sign of a troop who is not living up to the standards set by his uniform.