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Why is there 21 guns in the 21 gun salute?
Saluting by firing guns comes from 15th century Britain. It was a form of showing good intention because it would mean that their armaments would be discharged. The reason for 21 was that ships...
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What is the difference between a gun salute and a 21 gun salute?
21 gun salute has 7 shooters that shoot 3 times
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What is the name for a 21 gun salute?
A 21-gun salute, is exactly what it is called. The custom of firing cannon originated in the Royal Navy. When a ship approached a port it was customary for it to fire all of its cannons out to sea to...
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Who is eligible for a 21 gun salute?
According to protocol, a 21 gun salute is rendered to a serving President of the USA, a former President of the USA, and a President-Elect of the USA. It is also rendered to a foreign head of state,...
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Who gets a 21 gun salute?
This salute is usually for the president of the US, or the Nations fallen. In other countries it's held for kings and queens or royalty It all depends on where you live.
