New Rules for Veterans and Saluting

Over the next week, I'll pepper these pages with important information about veterans. Don't forget that next Tuesday is the 11th day of the 11th month.

(Ed's Note:This Veterans Day, I'm registered at Amazon.com and Neiman Marcus, for those of you keeping score at home.)

Here's some interesting news on new rules for saluting, which you might find handy at Yankee games...

10/31/2008 - WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- Veterans and servicemembers not in uniform can now render the military-style hand salute during the playing of the national anthem, thanks to changes in federal law that took effect in October.

"The military salute is a unique gesture of respect that marks those who have served in our nation's armed forces," said Dr. James B. Peake, secretary of Veterans Affairs. "This provision allows the application of that honor in all events involving our nation's flag." (link here)

Warning: Do not confuse these new regulations with how you're supposed to act during God Bless America at Yankee games: