1. Uniform & Appearance Standards (pg 17-33)
Lesson 2, Chapter 1

2. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards
Motivation
From the ancient Greeks to the Armed Forces today, the military uniform has represented a long and honorable tradition of devotion to one’s country.
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3. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards
Lesson Objectives
Explain what the military uniform symbolizes?
Summarize the history of the uniform?
Demonstrate how to properly wear the AF uniform?
Explain what are AFJROTC uniform standards?
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4. What does the military uniform symbolize?
symbol of the nation’s defense forces
service to country
worn proudly and properly
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5. What is the history of the uniform?
Uniform combines Latin words unus and forma to mean “one form.”
Ancient Romans wore togas, a type of uniform. (public office, ceremonial, emperors, lower class)
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6. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards
History of the uniform?
Dressed according to position in military formations.
Heavy infantryman
Light-foot soldier
During the Great Rebellion (1642–1646).
Red with colored facings - distinguish regiments
Units identified by colors and standards
Other various ways-some $$ stature
From this start, the military uniform evolved.
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7. How to wear the AF uniform
AFJROTC uniform is the same as that worn by active duty Air Force personnel except for patches & insignia.
Honor the uniform --Wear it properly.
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8. How to wear the AF uniform
Cadets may not wear the uniform
While hitchhiking, in demonstrations, for crowd control,
During political events (Hatch Act) such as rallies speeches, passing out fliers
Attending rallies and political speeches and passing out fliers
Publicly supporting a political candidate, party, or political issue
Activities that might imply Air Force endorsement of a commercial interest
Private employment
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9. How to wear the AF uniform
Cadets may wear the uniform
While acting as ushers, parking lot attendants, runners, or at discretion of SASI
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10. How to wear the AF uniform
Uniform Guidelines are found:
AFI : Dress and Personal Appearance of Air Force Personnel
AFJROTCI : Air Force Junior ROTC Operations
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11. What are the AFJROTC uniform standards?
Uniform do’s
Wear properly.
Wear on Wednesday
Keep shoes polished & shined.
Keep badges free of scratches & corrosion.
Keep ribbons clean & replace when worn, frayed, or faded.
Wear the uniform
At other times specified by the SASI
When you fly on military aircraft
When participating in color guard or drill team
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12. What are the AFJROTC uniform standards
Uniform don’ts
Don’t wear the uniform with other clothing. (Except windbreaker)
Don’t lend your uniform to someone not a member of AFJROTC program.
Don’t allow articles (wallets, pencils, pens, and combs) to be visible.
Don’t wear ear or headphones while in uniform, unless required by duty.
Don’t carry pagers or cell phones unless required for duty.

13. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards
Special team uniforms?
Special teams are
Color guards
Drill teams
Special teams may wear additional uniform items.
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14. Jewelry authorized in uniform
Wristwatch
Rings, but no more than three at one time
Neat, conservative wrist bracelet no wider than one inch
Females may wear circular earrings (gold, silver, pearl).
Male cadets may not wear earrings.
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15. Eyeglasses or sunglasses authorized in uniform
Must have conservative frames and lenses
Must not be faddish or have mirrored lenses
Cannot be worn around neck while in uniform
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16. Appearance and grooming
Tattoos or brands cannot be obscene or advocate discrimination.
Excessive tattoos or brands will not be exposed or visible while in uniform.
No objects may be displayed through nose, tongue, or any exposed body part.

17. Female cadet guidelines
Skirt
Skirt may not vary beyond top and bottom of kneecap.
Skirt should fit smoothly, should hang naturally, and must not be excessively tight.
Hosiery must be worn with the skirt.
Hair
No longer than bottom of collar edge at back of neck
Conservative style
Should look professional and allow headgear to be worn properly
Must not be too full or high on head
Plain (if any) pins, combs, barrettes, etc.
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18. Male cadet guidelines:
Hair
Must be clean, neat, & trimmed
Cannot touch ears or eyebrows
Must not protrude below the front band of headgear or interferes w/wearing headgear properly
Cannot touch collar, (tapered appearance on sides & back)
Should not exceed 1¼ inches in bulk regardless of length
May not have foreign items attached, extreme styles or colors
Sideburns must be straight, even width, and end in a clean, horizontal line

19. Military uniform review
DEFINE:
uniform
Bulk
Discuss Hx of Uniform
Discuss 4 Dos & 4 Don’ts while wearing uniform
ID 4 requirements for male & female hair
Read pg 17-33
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