Quote Originally Posted by KukriKhan
It isn't a final law yet, but has passed the US Senate:



From Army Times.com

After years in uniform, saluting the flag, I must admit I've 'felt funny' with the hand-over-heart thing, as a civilian/veteran. My right arm always twitches to render that snappy salute SGT Johnson taught me in '72, only to stop, mid-salute, and cover my left shirt pocket.

So, what are the rules or traditions in your country? Do civilians honor/recognize your flag? How?

How about active soldiers and veterans?
For us it's simple, no "lid" no salute.

In formation officers salute everyone else stands at attention. More fun is the fact that when you greet an officer you must salute, so if the officer has just got off a bus, and is carrying a heavy hold all he has to put it down and salute you.