Reveille: 7 A.M. ‐ The morning bugle call, known as Reveille, was originally conducted as "Troop" in 1812 and was designed to muster the unit or for roll call, but as time passed it came to mark when the flag was raised in the morning and honors paid to it.

What song is played at 5pm on military bases?

On military bases all around the world, we are afforded this solemn opportunity to come together as Americans and reflect with the playing of “Reveille” and “Retreat.” “Reveille” and “Retreat” play every day to signal the beginning and end of the duty day. This is our opportunity to reflect and show gratitude.

What plays at 10pm on military bases?

Reveille is played as a bugle call to signal the beginning of the duty day on base. Retreat is played to mark the end of the duty day and precedes the playing of the national anthem. Taps is played to mark the start of quiet hours on base, which is 9 p.m.