2007-03-07 14:45:01 · 7 answers · asked by Mel 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
This is an honor reserved for those killed in the line of duty. It is a long honored tradition of the military and law enforcement.
2007-03-07 14:51:13 · answer #1 · answered by Mangy Coyote 5 · 3⤊ 2⤋
I never heard of this. Do they get buried with the casket, or do they put them back on? I would guess that they are sending a little of themself with the deceased. It sounds very emotional. I'm going to assume it was a full military honor funeral.
2007-03-07 14:52:03 · answer #2 · answered by johN p. aka-Hey you. 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have never seen this done and I have been to many military services.....
As an ex marine I would say that this was a sign of respect.....But i've never seen it . The best answer is Respect ......But becouse of the precision of military funerals this seems odd.........Maybe the gloves belonged to the fallen comrade....
2007-03-07 15:01:22 · answer #3 · answered by cesare214 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
white is the color of purity and of innocence, the last hands to touch the casket. its a great honor, though sad, to send someone to the afterlife, and the Marines are all about honor, the military graveside service is the most emotional one i have ever seen.
2007-03-07 15:03:57 · answer #4 · answered by sofmatty 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Out of respect.
2007-03-07 14:54:45 · answer #5 · answered by Blue 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
it's a sign of respect
2007-03-07 14:52:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
"BROTHERS" forever and a small part of the survivors STAY with the "FALLEN" forever. Their "HANDs" will be with him/her forever.
2007-03-07 14:58:06 · answer #7 · answered by jacquesstcroix 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋