Uniform & Appearance Standards (pg 17-33)

Lesson 2, Chapter 1 1

Uniform & Appearance Standards (pg 17-33)

Uniform & Appearance Standards (pg 17-33)

Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC

Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance

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MotivationMotivation• 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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Lesson ObjectivesLesson 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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What does the military uniform symbolize?

What does the military uniform symbolize?

• symbol of the nation’s defense forces

• service to country

• worn proudly and properly



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What is the history of the uniform?

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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History of the uniform? 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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How to wear the AF uniformHow 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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How to wear the AF uniformHow 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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How to wear the AF uniformHow 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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How to wear the AF uniformHow to wear the AF uniform

• Uniform Guidelines are found:• AFI 36-2903: Dress and Personal Appearance of Air

Force Personnel• AFJROTCI 36-2001: Air Force Junior ROTC Operations


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What are the AFJROTC uniform standards?

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

What are the AFJROTC uniform standards

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.



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Special team uniforms?Special team uniforms?• Special teams are

• Color guards• Drill teams

• Special teams may wear additional uniform items.


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Jewelry authorized in uniformJewelry 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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Eyeglasses or sunglassesauthorized in uniform

Eyeglasses or sunglassesauthorized 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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Appearance and grooming 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.



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Female cadet guidelinesFemale 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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Male cadet guidelines: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



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Military uniform reviewMilitary 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

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