Quote Originally Posted by carlisle401 View Post
I will recommend to the minister that swords are not to be used by the Color Escort. I don't feel right going to church with a weapon. Never did it when I served, don't see it while I am a civvy.

I will keep it with the traditions I am used to.
Fair enough, though what do you make of gun salutes for the dead or weddings where military officers create an arch with their swords?