The image that an officer, or any leader within the Army, puts on is about setting and timing. This is addressed when Patton states, “You are always on Parade.” In this regard, I would have to disagree with the statement. An officer is frequently “on Parade” but nobody is perfect. People frequently do, and will continue to make mistakes for the entirety of their lives. The important thing is to reflect on what the impact of the mistakes were, mitigate any fallout, learn, and continue to live. Setting and timing comes into play when it has to do with the specific situation. A mistake made professionally should be handled differently than a mistake made personally. In a professional setting, being “on Parade” is a continuous job in the sense that an officer will be under the eyes of both their soldiers and highers. For example, if a mistake is made in a parade, the parade will continue and damage will be mitigated by continuing on to the finish in the best manner possible. The officer cannot dwell on the fact that they made a mistake, but they will have to own up to it, and then learn after reflecting on the incident later. I interpret the idea of being “on Parade” as a mindset that the officer needs to continually have. They must realize that in a professional setting they will be on display; however, nobody is exempt from making mistakes so they must be taken in stride. In a personal setting, an officer should not be “on Parade” and should not publicize their affairs. There must be a healthy divide between professional and personal life to maintain the respect between soldiers. An officer’s “vulnerability” is their ability to address professional mistakes. This humility is what contributes to the professionalism of the Army.