How did the practice of soldiers saluting come about?

sequoianoir

From the days of old when knights wore suits of armour. You had to raise your hand in a manner like a salute in order to lift the visor so that people could see your face. Some details here: http://www.qmmuseum.lee.army.mil/history/vignettes/respect1.html Mar 30 03, 10:44 PM

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I would agree with S and add that the ancient knights used the gesture of raising the face visor on their helmets as a greeting. This move signified friendship and confidence as it removed the sword hand from the weapon and provided vulnerability in the suit of armour. Mar 30 03, 10:50 PM

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