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[–] Iunnrais@lemmy.world 26 points 3 days ago (2 children)

In case anyone was ignorant amidst the jokes, the purpose of both flag bearers and drummers was basically communication, and was utterly crucial for command and control of an army. It wasn’t just an honor thing, though adding honor on top made sure that soldiers wouldn’t abandon it.

[–] fishy@lemmy.today 1 points 2 days ago

The only guy giving the actual reason in the whole thread!

[–] acockworkorange@mander.xyz 2 points 2 days ago

In movies it's just for ambiance.