Military Wedding Invitation Etiquette

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    Use of Military Rank

    • Include the ranks of military personnel if either the bride or groom is a member of the military. Follow this same guide if the wedding host or any of the bride’s or groom’s parents are members of the military. For senior officers, the rank appears in front of the name; for junior officers, rank appears below the name. Exclude the rank if the individual is enlisted personnel in the military. Never abbreviate military titles; spell out the rank on the invitation.

    Branches of Service

    • The branches of military service are included on the wedding invitation regardless of the rank (officer or enlisted personnel). The branch appears on the line below the person’s rank and name. The branch is spelled out in its entirety, including the phrase United States (e.g., United States Air Force). If the military personnel member is retired, this is indicated after the branch of service (e.g., United States Air Force, Retired).

    Invitation Wording

    Addressing Envelopes

    Other Aspects

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