--- title: "Honor Guard | AFROTC" url: "/academics/AFROTC/honor-guard" type: page date: 2026-05-17 updated: 2026-05-17 --- # Honor Guard | AFROTC ## Thunderbird Honor Guard The Thunderbird Honor Guard is the official ceremonial unit of Air Force ROTC Detachment 560 at Manhattan University. Representing the professionalism, discipline and traditions of the United States Air Force, the Honor Guard supports public, civic and military ceremonies throughout New York City and the surrounding region. Cadets serve as ambassadors of the Air Force by presenting and posting the colors at athletic events, memorial ceremonies, community programs, military observances and other formal occasions. Participation in the Honor Guard develops precision, teamwork, leadership and attention to detail while honoring the traditions of military service. To request the Thunderbird Honor Guard for an upcoming event, please contact the detachment at afrotc@manhattan.edu. Image ![Manhattan University AFROTC cadets march in formation carrying American and Manhattan University flags during a New York City parade.](/sites/default/files/styles/square_400/public/media/2026-05/honor-guard.png?h=6b0e383c&itok=VOuMfv1m) Image ![AFROTC color guard presents the colors during the Folded Flag Foundation gala ceremony on a formal stage.](/sites/default/files/styles/square_400/public/media/2026-05/Folded-Flag-Gala.jpg?h=96cf6b5f&itok=EXrGNadi) Image ![AFROTC color guard cadets march onto a stage carrying ceremonial flags during a formal event attended by guests and dignitaries.](/sites/default/files/styles/square_400/public/media/2026-05/IMG_7134.jpg?h=96cf6b5f&itok=AUAEtQyT) Image ![AFROTC cadets present the colors on the basketball court during a Manhattan University athletic event.](/sites/default/files/styles/square_400/public/media/2026-05/Manhattan-Madness.jpg?h=96cf6b5f&itok=Kz1DbSpc) Follow us on:- [ ](https://www.instagram.com/nyc_afrotc "Instagram") Contact Us ## Questions about the AFROTC program? Brianna Armstrong Operations Manager (718) 862-7201 3825 Corlear Avenue Room 246 Riverdale, NY 10463-2348 (718) 862-7201 (718) 862-7900