Longest or shortest way up? Palm facing down or out? You may not know it, but there are traditions and rules behind every British military salute.
We’ve made some short videos to show you how to get it right in the styles of the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force – so you can take your pick!
The Royal Navy salutes with hand facing down:
But the British Army and Royal Air Force salute with palms out:
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