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The cadets are uncovered during the whole ceremony. I could ask my son why. My guess, I say again, my guess is they are uncovered so they can shake hands rather than salute. Anyone with real knowledge please speak up.
The new covers are off to the side, so they're off saluting pretty soon after graduation. I honestly can't remember, but it would be a lot of saluting, as there are multiple anthems to stand up for too (and some are pretty long). You can be uncovered. We were uncovered while eating, even outside.