: This article is typically invoked when a serviceman is indoors without a cap or in any situation where the uniform code does not require headgear at that moment.
: The serviceman turns their head sharply toward the superior officer and looks them directly in the eye. stroevoj ustav statja 26
: To perform a military greeting without headgear, a serviceman must assume the "Attention" position ( stroyevaya stoyka ). : This article is typically invoked when a
The "Attention" position (defined in Article 27 but referenced here) is the foundation of Article 26. It requires: Heels together, toes turned out at a 60-degree angle. Legs straight but not locked at the knees. Chest raised, body slightly forward. The "Attention" position (defined in Article 27 but
Arms hanging naturally along the thighs with fingers slightly curled.
Article 26 focuses on the technical execution of a salute when a serviceman is not wearing a cap or beret. According to the official Drill Regulations:
: Once the superior officer has passed or the interaction is finished, the serviceman returns their head to the straight-ahead position. The Role of the "Attention" Position