The four commanders saluted Nin and backed away a few paces.

The commanders of the little fighting ships saluted and left the Command Centre.

The commander advanced a step and saluted an empty patch of air several paces in front of her.

The commander saluted the mama-san, remounted, and the troop trotted on.

The commander saluted smartly, and made a slight bow from the waist.

The two exchanged a few words; then the commander of the patrol ship saluted and closed the door in which he had appeared.

The commander looked surprised but said nothing and saluted, turning away.

The officers drew themselves up as the governor strode into the passage, and their commander stepped forward and saluted.

Their commander, wearing the same uniform as Sarov, stepped forward and saluted.

The commander salutes Poole first, as that is the custom when greeting a medal of honor recipient.