Definition of color guard
: an honor guard for the colors of an organization
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Prior to the concert, the color guard presented colors, Parrott said.
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In addition, Faas plays flute in the Blue Jay Band and serves that program as a marching leader, social officer and captain of the color guard.
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Ranging in age from 14 to 21, the performers make up the horn line (brass instruments such as trumpet, tuba and trombone), percussion (drums, cymbals, keyboards and more) and color guard.
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The 48th Ol’ Fashioned 4th of July Parade features marching bands, fanciful floats, dance groups, theater troupes, decorated classic cars and a color guard from the American Legion.
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This year, plans include a military vehicle and color guards, as well as vintage electric scooters -- a crowd favorite.
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Kasie had many interests and hobbies including performing with the Teal Sound Drum and Bugle Corps color guard in 2011 and 2012.
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The story sparked widespread calls for change to better protect participants and staff in the activity, which combines marching, music, theatrics and color guard.
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In East Aurora High School’s renowned Navy Junior ROTC program, the drill team and color guard tend to be more popular than the academic team, according to instructors.
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First Known Use of color guard
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COLOR GUARD Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of color guard for English Language Learners
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: a person in uniform who holds a flag in a ceremony or parade
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