Customs, Courtesy, and Protocol

• While in uniform, is it required for me to maintain a salute during the Pledge of Allegiance?

  When the Pledge of Allegiance is given, all, in uniform or not, shall place the right hand over the heart. For more information, see the Auxiliary Manual and the Auxiliary Courtesy and Protocol Guide ...

• What is the policy on allowing non-Auxiliary spouses of the deceased to be aboard either Coast Guard or Auxiliary operational facilities to attend burial at sea services?

  Local Coast Guard Decedent Affairs offices handle burial at sea.  As local policies may differ, Auxiliarists should utilize their chain of leadership and management to determine details of this proced...

• What is the correct way to arrange the Ensigns (flags) for our Flotilla meetings?

  The National Ensign will shall be placed to the right of the speaker's podium (left of the audience) and all other flags, including the Auxiliary Ensign shall be located to the left of the podium (spe...