Aiguilette May 2026
A symbolic representation of the rope carried by a Provost Marshal to hang deserters. Symbolic Meaning & Usage
Originally cords and pegs carried by a knight's squire to tether horses. aiguilette
Colors often denote the branch (e.g., gold and blue for Navy, gold and red for Army). Etiquette of Wear A symbolic representation of the rope carried by
Lanyards used by early musketeers to keep touch-hole cleaning needles close at hand. gold and blue for Navy
Worn by military attachés representing their country at foreign embassies.