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UNIFORMS AND INSIGNIA
UNIFORMS AND INSIGNIA
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08/25/2011

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When are you not required to wear headgear while in uniform?
Definition
Indoors (unless under arms or directed by the commander), when wearing headgear would interfere with the safe operation of military vehicles or equipment, while in a privately owned or commercial vehicle
Term
Where are unit awards worn on the Army Class A uniform?
Definition
Over the right breast pocket 
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How are service ribbons worn on the Army Class A uniform?
Definition

In order of precedence from the wearer’s right to left, in one or more rows, centered 1/8 of an inch above the left breast pocket (if male), with either no spaces or 1/8 of an inch spaces between rows

Term
What types of rank insignia are worn by officers and enlisted personnel on the combat utility blouse for all services?
Definition
  • Army- Officers & Enlisted both wear subdued
  • Air Force- Officers & Enlisted both wear subdued
  • Navy- Officers wear brass, Enlisted wear subdued
  • Marine Corps- Officers wear brass, Enlisted wear subdued
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What is the maximum authorized length of the hair for a female service member in uniform?
Definition

A female service member may have her hair any length; however, it must be kept up in a fashion so as not to extend below the bottom edge of the collar

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How many years does one Marine Corps service stripe represent?
Definition
Four years
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How far up from the left breast pocket do Marines wear their ribbons?
Definition
1/8 of an inch
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What color undershirts are authorized for wear with the Marine Corps utility uniform?
Definition
Brown and Olive Green
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In the utility uniform, when Marines roll their sleeves up, how wide and how far up from the elbow should the roll be?
Definition
Three inches wide and two inches up
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When are male Marines allowed to wear earrings?
Definition
Never
Term
Chief Petty Officers wear one anchor mounted vertically, with the letters “USN”.  What device is worn for a Senior Chief Petty Officer?
Definition
The same device with a star above the anchor
Term
What are hash marks and where are they worn on the Navy uniform?
Definition
They are worn on the left sleeve below the rating badge and indicate length of service
Term
What are hash marks and where are they worn on the Navy uniform?
Definition
They are worn on the left sleeve below the rating badge and indicate length of service
Term
Once you reach the pay grade of E-7 in the Navy, what is added to the rating badge?
Definition
A rocker
Term
How must nail polish and lipstick be worn with the Army uniform?
Definition
The color must be conservative and compliment the uniform
Term
When are Army Soldiers authorized to put their hands in their pockets while in uniform?
Definition
Only to retrieve items
Term
What clothing items are mandatory with all uniforms?
Definition
Undergarments
Term
.  What is the proper wear of a mustache?
Definition
It must be neatly trimmed, tapered, and tidy and will present a chopped appearance.  The mustache will not cover the upper lip line or extend sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from the corner of the mouth
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What are items that are mandatory on the Battle Dress Uniform for all service personnel?
Definition
Name tape, service tape, and rank
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