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The DeKalb County Cadet Squadron Color Guard
The presentation of a nation’s national colors, the United States Flag, stems from the traditions of militaries of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The loss of a military unit’s colors for any reason was shameful. The colors represented a unit’s pride and rallying point in battle, and so “Color Guards” were assigned to protect them. Today, Color Guard is an ornate and beautiful ceremony that includes both the national and unit colors.
The United States’ armed forces have developed the most prestigious Color Guard traditions of the modern world. During the 1908 Summer Olympics in London, participating countries were asked to dip their national colors in salute to King Edward VII. The American Team Captain Martin Sheridan famously replied, “this flag dips to no earthly king.” Since then, keeping the United States flag erect at all times has been an important custom of the Color Guard.
Civil Air Patrol cadets have been performing Color Guard ceremonies since the Cadet Program was founded in 1942. The DeKalb County Cadet Squadron Color Guard carries on the impressive United States military tradition, with honor and dedication.
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Requirements: CAP membership and C/Amn or above.
Color Guard practices are tentatively on the first and last Wednesdays of the month from 1700 to 2000 (5:00-8:00 pm).
Being part of the Color Guard is being part of a team of professionals and requires a commitment to making events and practices a priority. Membership on the Color Guard is considered an honor, not a privilege. Cadets who show a lack or professionalism or commitment may be disqualified from the Color Guard on the discretion of the Color Guard Officer.
Want to join the Color Guard?
Talk to the Color Guard Officer or email pdkga065@gmail.com.
Color Guard Resources can be found under the Cadet Program section on the Squadron Resources page.