Look for a conspiracy proof someplace else. I served in The Old Guard for three years, this is clearly an Army General in overcoat. He is dressed as per regs. He directs them down the stairs and all in all does his job properly. Considering OPSEC, if they are trying to maintain the semblance of order, why would The Old Guard be directed to do things outside of the regs? It doesn’t make sense that the 21-gun salute would be done improperly, soldiers throwing their covers on the ground, etc. I literally promise you that these things are not signs of something else. Use your time chasing other leads that might have importance.
seeing the rank missing is a legit question. AR 670-1
I don’t know, will have to look but other signs point to General Officer. Braid on cover, stripes on pants.
I agree with you, appears the missing rank is what has me raising the question. I agree the photo is blurry, all else appears correct.
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