I have a funeral to attend - veteran family member, my class A uniform is far away. Is it ok to wear ACU's to funeral?

I have a funeral to attend - veteran family member, my class A uniform is far away. Is it ok to wear ACU's to funeral? Asked by Sgt-D 20 months ago Similar questions: funeral attend veteran family member class uniform wear ACU's Society > Death.

Similar questions: funeral attend veteran family member class uniform wear ACU's.

1 Not an expert in this, but I would think if they are in good shape it would be perfectly acceptable to wear your combat uniform.

Not an expert in this, but I would think if they are in good shape it would be perfectly acceptable to wear your combat uniform.

2 No. Wear appropriate civilian attire. I don't know how old this link is, but it specifically mentions funerals as being not an appropriate place for ACU/BDU's.

armyg1.army.mil/hr/uniform/docs/ACU,%20B... .

No. Wear appropriate civilian attire. I don't know how old this link is, but it specifically mentions funerals as being not an appropriate place for ACU/BDU's.

armyg1.army.mil/hr/uniform/docs/ACU,%20B....

Poppet! Replied to post #2: 3 I found this to back up your statement, Carl..."According to AR 670-1, 5-3 (b) Utility uniforms are not normally considered appropriate for social or official functions off of the installation, such as memorial services and funerals. "My condolences, Sgt-D.

I found this to back up your statement, Carl..."According to AR 670-1, 5-3 (b) Utility uniforms are not normally considered appropriate for social or official functions off of the installation, such as memorial services and funerals. "My condolences, Sgt-D.

TurboB replied to post #2: 4 I stand corrected. Thanks Carl! .

5 No, not unless you were going there downrange. Civilian attire would be more appropriate. My condolences, SGT-D.

No, not unless you were going there downrange. Civilian attire would be more appropriate. My condolences, SGT-D.

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My husband might have to attend a funeral. Do men have to wear a dark suit to funeral these days?

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What are the exact words said to the family member when the folded flag is presented to them at a military funeral.

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