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The Order of the Yellow Garter
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"Give me the greatness of heart to see,
The difference between duty and his love for me.
Give me the understanding so that I may know,
When duty calls him, he must go.
Give me a task to do each day,
To fill the time when he's away.
When he's in a foreign land,
Keep him safe in your loving hand."
- Unknown
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 Displaying a yellow ribbon, scarf, or garter to signify that family members are
awaiting the return of a loved one originated well before musician Tony Orlando
sang the popular "Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree" in the 1970's.
Around the late 1700's & early 1800's, wives, girlfriends and
fiancées of the Cav Troopers who protected the wagon trains
headed west, would often tie a yellow scarf or ribbon around their hat, arm,
or parasol. This was to show that they anxiously awaited the return of
"their soldiers." Some would tie the scarf or ribbon to their
purse, or wear yellow ribbons in their hair to show support.
The 1949 movie,
"She Wore a Yellow Ribbon," is a classic example of this well-known
practice.
Over the years this idea has taken many forms,
such as the wearing of yellow ribbons
or tying yellow ribbons on trees and houses.
Cavalry tradition has it that when a new wife came to her first Hail and
Farewell
she was welcomed into the "Order of the Garter"
by the most junior officer or non-commissioned officer.
This Trooper would welcome each wife by placing a yellow garter on her leg
and a kiss on her cheek for good luck at her new post.
The wife was encouraged to wear her "yellow garter"
to all Cavalry functions or when her Trooper was deployed.
Today, some Cavalry units have replaced this tradition with the giving of
yellow roses.
This is an example of The Order of the Garter from the 3d ACR.
Here is another great example from 1-6 Cav. They have generously provided
this in a Microsoft Powerpoint format so you can download it and tailor it to
your unit! Thanks CPT Perry!
DOWNLOAD
the .ppt file HERE
A Garter Ceremony from the 2007 2-17 Cav formal and some Garter recipients
from 1-89 Cav:
CavHooah Yellow Garters
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ribbon attached to signify support for your Trooper and the members of our
Armed Forces who are protecting our freedom every day. The garters come
individually packaged and ready to wear. Hang one from your Christmas tree
or even your rear-view mirror!
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CavHooah Red Garters
Show your Cavalry Pride with a Limited Edition Cavalry Red Garter! These
garters also come with crossed sabers (not shown) The garters come
individually packaged and ready to wear. Spray it with perfume and send it
to your loved one when deployed, for Valentines Day, Christmas stocking
stuffer, or any occasion!
As low as 3.99/Each! Mix and match colors too! |
Price:
$7.00 each
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QTY 25-49: $5.99 each
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Take a moment to visit our sister site,
RealArmyWives.com! A place for not
only Army wives, but also family and friends of those serving in the Armed
Forces to meet and find support. Great links, info, resources, gift ideas, and
more! Check it out!
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