Service Etiquette

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Summary: Published in 1989, but reads like 1959
Review: I have often referred to this guide over the years for 'etiquette' advice, but the information about addressing invitations, etc has really dissappointed me. This book is sorely out of date. Ms. Swartz, please release a new, updated edition to reflect the equal status of men and women servicemembers!

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Summary: A must have for the professional military officer.
Review: This book is an invaluable tool for an officer serving in the military today. I recieved an earlier edition as a gift from my father, who recieved it when he was at The U.S. Naval Academy. The only substantial difference between the two versions is the Fourth Edition has some improved drawings of cards, settings, and other helpful pictures. This book is certainly current and should be used as a reference tool by all officers.

Rating:
Summary: A must have for the professional military officer.
Review: This book is an invaluable tool for an officer serving in the military today. I recieved an earlier edition as a gift from my father, who recieved it when he was at The U.S. Naval Academy. The only substantial difference between the two versions is the Fourth Edition has some improved drawings of cards, settings, and other helpful pictures. This book is certainly current and should be used as a reference tool by all officers.

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Summary: I'm not in the military, it's just nice to do things right.
Review: This book is pretty much just etiquette with a few insights into military behavior. I stumbled across this book quite by accident, but it has been very useful. Whenever I read this book I feel like I'm getting to look in the minds of ultimate-gentleman characters suchs as James Bond or the like. It's nice to be able to apply there tactics to my own life. There are probably other etiquette books around. I've never looked. This one has satisfied all my needs.

Rating:
Summary: Published in 1989, but reads like 1959
Review: When I saw a review of this book combined with the cover which shows the 5 branches of the military (Coast Guard, Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines) combination covers, it appeared to be an excellent book regarding etiquette in the military such as proper saluting, respecting a superior officer etc. But upon recieving it, I found it to be terrible. It basically had nothing to do with the military. It was more about manners that any gentleman should have, millitary or civilian. This included items such as proper manners for a formal dinner party, ie. do not sit down until the host has invited you to, etc. My review is just a forwarning that the title along with the cover can be decieving.