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d. When the casket is placed on the lowering device <strong>and</strong> the family has<br />

arrived (see fig. 19-7):<br />

(1) The escort comm<strong>and</strong>er orders ORDER, ARMS; PARADE, REST. Members<br />

or the escort execute parade rest.<br />

(2) Pallbearers <strong>and</strong> other units execute parade rest on the escort<br />

comm<strong>and</strong>er’s order.<br />

(3) The bodybearers remain in their positions, holding the national<br />

color so it will not touch the ground when the casket is<br />

lowered.<br />

(4) The clergy conducts the commitment services.<br />

Figure 19-7.--A Distribution of Units at the Grave.<br />

19-14

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