My daughter is in D.C. for Presidential Classroom Scholars Program. The group is visiting Arlington National Cemetary Friday. When asked yesterday if any of the students were interested in placing the wreath at the Tomb she raised her hand, along with 10 others. The adult leaders in the group decided to be fair, the students that wanted to participate should write a paper expressing their reasons for wanting to place the wreath. My daughter's paper indicated her reasons included the recent death of her Dad, a retired military man, and wanting to honor his memory knowing how proud he would be of her. (this means so much to her) In any event - her paper was selected - it was read to the others, received a standing ovation, the attendees were moved to tears. Is there anything she needs to know as far as what is appropriate or not appropriate to do after she places the wreath? Will they tell her? Suggestions please! I didn't realize that people other than "dignitaries" could do this! WOW
2007-06-20 16:46:54 · 7 answers · asked by suzycrmchz 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Ask the honor Guard what the procedure is they wont let her make a mistake. Your daughter has a great opportunity, She should do what ever it takes to do it correctly. I would have liked to have had the student's that didn't want to participate write a paper explaining why.
2007-06-20 17:01:41 · answer #1 · answered by roaddrvr43 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its done nearly after every Changing of the Guard nowadays in the high seasons like may and june due to high school traffic
Make sure she is appropriately dressed and she should as they say in the beginning of the Changing of the Guard- Remain silent and standing.
2007-06-20 23:55:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I see lots of reasonable looking answers. You might call your Senator's or Representative's office and ask for someone knowledgeable in protocol and ask them.
Congratulations! You and your daughter will remember this for a lifetime.
2007-06-21 00:02:23 · answer #3 · answered by colorado_df 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just want you to tell her we are very proud of her and her accomplishment. She will always have this memory in here heart and what a precious memory that will be.God bless her and her family and may God walk beside her.
2007-06-20 23:52:58 · answer #4 · answered by ♥ Mel 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
she will be schooled in the proper way of honoring our fallen heroes.
make sure she dresses appropriately for such a solemn occasion.. no shorts or casual clothes. a nice sundress would be proper.
2007-06-21 08:12:03 · answer #5 · answered by Mrsjvb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need not worry about her making a mistake, the guard will tell her what to do and how to do it. They will not allow a mistake to be made.
2007-06-21 00:39:47 · answer #6 · answered by milittleguy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
walk slowly up there,place it quietly then turn and leave..if she wants to stand a second and say a silent prayer she can...its a quiet solemn moment and allows reflection...but thats all..no clapping
2007-06-20 23:49:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋