Uniform Questions Flashcards
How are the ribbons worn?
Females: To the left, centered 1 to 2 inches above the top button with the bottom row positioned parallel to the bottom edge of the nameplate
Male: to the left, centered 1/8 inch above the left breast pocket
How is the nameplate worn?
Females: to the right, centered 11 to 2 inches above the top button
Males: centered on the right breast pocket
How is the star worn?
1/4 of an inch above the nameplate
How are the ROTC letters worn?
Centered on the top lapel a equal distance of 5/8 of an inch
How are the torches worn?
Officers: centered on the bottom lapel with an equal distance of 5/8 inch an equal distance from the edge of the coat collar
Enlisted: centered on the top lapel at an equal distance of 5/8 an inch
How is the beret worn?
Stiffener positioned 1 inch over the left eye, draped over the right ear
What do you polish your brass with?
Brasso
What did you shine your shoes with?
Polymeric Polish or Windex cleaner
By what regulation does the army base its uniform standards?
AR 670-1
By what regulation do you base your uniform standards?
Cadet Command Regulation 145-2
What does the torch on your brass represent?
Knowledge
What is your highest ranking ribbon?
N-1-4 Perfect Attendance Ribbon
What three symbols are on your buttons and what do they mean?
- Eagle- the national symbol for strength and freedom
- Arrows- readiness and the original 13 colonies
- Olive Branches- peace
How do you wear your shoulder ranks on the coat?
centered on the epaulet sleeve or 5/7 once away from shoulder seam
how is the academic achievement wreath worn?
Females: worn immediately above the nameplate
Males: worn immediately above the right breast pocket