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On this date, December 2nd of ???,
On this date, December 2nd of ???,
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On this date, November 2nd of 1947, the Spruce Goose (Hughes H-4 Hercules), a prototype airlift flying boat made its only test flight. It was built, out of wood (hence the name "Spruce Goose") because of war restrictions on metals, by the Hughes Aircraft Company to be used for flight transport during WWII, but it was not built in time. Today, it is still the largest flying boat ever built and is on display at the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum in McMinnville, Oregon.
On this date, November 2nd of 1947, the Spruce Goose (Hughes H-4 Hercules), a prototype airlift flying boat made its only test flight. It was built, out of wood (hence the name "Spruce Goose") because of war restrictions on metals, by the Hughes Aircraft Company to be used for flight transport during WWII, but it was not built in time. Today, it is still the largest flying boat ever built and is on display at the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum in McMinnville, Oregon.
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[ fair / educational use of movie logo ]
It's Friday the 13th!!!
Back in 1980, Friday the 13th, the movie, was a surprise smash hit in movie theaters. Its box office sales amazingly exceeded the movie's production budget (cost to make) by 100-fold. The success of this movie led to a series of Friday the 13th movies - 12 in all that spanned from 1980 to 2009.
It's Friday the 13th!!!
Back in 1980, Friday the 13th, the movie, was a surprise smash hit in movie theaters. Its box office sales amazingly exceeded the movie's production budget (cost to make) by 100-fold. The success of this movie led to a series of Friday the 13th movies - 12 in all that spanned from 1980 to 2009.
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It's Paul Bunyon Day???!!!
Yes, interestingly, someone created the National Paul Bunyon Day to commemorate one of America's most well-known folktale characters - every year on June 28th. Paul Bunyon, as legend tells us, was a giant lumberjack, accompanied by Babe the Blue Ox, who did many superhuman acts. While the exact origin of the folktale hero is not known, William Laughead, is credited with making him popular with his writings about Paul Bunyon - leading to others to expand the tale via poems, musical pieces, theatrical performances, and more.
It's Paul Bunyon Day???!!!
Yes, interestingly, someone created the National Paul Bunyon Day to commemorate one of America's most well-known folktale characters - every year on June 28th. Paul Bunyon, as legend tells us, was a giant lumberjack, accompanied by Babe the Blue Ox, who did many superhuman acts. While the exact origin of the folktale hero is not known, William Laughead, is credited with making him popular with his writings about Paul Bunyon - leading to others to expand the tale via poems, musical pieces, theatrical performances, and more.
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On this date, July 17th of 1955, Disneyland opened in Anaheim, CA. It was the only park designed and built under the direct supervision of Walt Disney himself. Over the years, Disneyland has had more cumulative visitors than any other theme park in the world - surpassing 726 million as of December 2018.
On this date, July 17th of 1955, Disneyland opened in Anaheim, CA. It was the only park designed and built under the direct supervision of Walt Disney himself. Over the years, Disneyland has had more cumulative visitors than any other theme park in the world - surpassing 726 million as of December 2018.
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[ SSweeney pic of U.S. Flag flying at Flag Steward HQ at sunset in Sep. 2018 ]
It's Sunday, September 4th, of the Labor Day weekend. So, go out and make the best of it.
It's Sunday, September 4th, of the Labor Day weekend. So, go out and make the best of it.
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[ Brownscombe fictional painting of first Thanksgiving = public domain image ]
On this date, October 3rd of 1789 and 1863 respectively, Thanksgiving was proclaimed by Presidents Washington and Lincoln. In George Washington's Oct 3, 1789, proclamation he stated, "Congress requested me to recommend to the People of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts..." This recommendation was followed sporadically in Novembers for the next 74 years until President Lincoln made it a permanent national holiday. Lincoln proclaimed the last Thursday in November as "Thanksgiving Day" and it has been consistently celebrated every year from 1863 until now.
On this date, October 3rd of 1789 and 1863 respectively, Thanksgiving was proclaimed by Presidents Washington and Lincoln. In George Washington's Oct 3, 1789, proclamation he stated, "Congress requested me to recommend to the People of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts..." This recommendation was followed sporadically in Novembers for the next 74 years until President Lincoln made it a permanent national holiday. Lincoln proclaimed the last Thursday in November as "Thanksgiving Day" and it has been consistently celebrated every year from 1863 until now.
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On this date, October 4th of 1822, Rutherford B. Hayes, the 19th President of the United States was born in Delaware, Ohio. He served as a Union General during the Civil War and then President for one term from 1877 to 1881. During his presidency, he was challenged with trying to repair divisions left over from the Civil War and Reconstruction era. He was best known for his quote: "He serves his party best who serves his country best."
On this date, October 4th of 1822, Rutherford B. Hayes, the 19th President of the United States was born in Delaware, Ohio. He served as a Union General during the Civil War and then President for one term from 1877 to 1881. During his presidency, he was challenged with trying to repair divisions left over from the Civil War and Reconstruction era. He was best known for his quote: "He serves his party best who serves his country best."
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On this date, October 20th of 1944, General Douglas MacArthur fufilled his promise to the people of the Philippine Islands. He famously stated, "I shall return," while retreating from an overwhelming number of Japanese invaders back in 1942. His return was symbolic of America's push to end the Battle in the Pacific - reclaiming many Pacific islands from the Japanese for the rightful natives to live upon and enjoy again.
On this date, October 20th of 1944, General Douglas MacArthur fufilled his promise to the people of the Philippine Islands. He famously stated, "I shall return," while retreating from an overwhelming number of Japanese invaders back in 1942. His return was symbolic of America's push to end the Battle in the Pacific - reclaiming many Pacific islands from the Japanese for the rightful natives to live upon and enjoy again.
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[ public domain image of Elvis Presley performing "Jailhouse Rock" ]
On this date, October 21st of 1957, Elvis Presley's "Jailhouse Rock" reached #1 on the Billboard Pop Hit list.
On this date, October 21st of 1957, Elvis Presley's "Jailhouse Rock" reached #1 on the Billboard Pop Hit list.
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On this date, October 31st of 1962, the "Monster Mash" ruled the airwaves and continues to do so during Halloween. It is proclaimed to be the most popular Halloween song of all time.
On this date, October 31st of 1962, the "Monster Mash" ruled the airwaves and continues to do so during Halloween. It is proclaimed to be the most popular Halloween song of all time.
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On this date, November 1st of 1897, the Library of Congress opened its doors to the public. The Library of Congress (LOC) is our National Library and serves as the official research library for the U.S. Congress. It seems to be the largest library in the world - housing books in more than 450 languages. The LOC's first Librarian of Congress, John Beckley, was paid just $2 per day and had to also serve as the Clerk of the House of Representatives in Congress. The LOC moved to Washington D.C. in 1800 and unfortunately, most of its original collection of books was destroyed when the British set fire to the LOC and White House during the War of 1812. Former President Thomas Jefferson's personal library of more than 6,000 books was then bought to restore the LOC's shelves.
On this date, November 1st of 1897, the Library of Congress opened its doors to the public. The Library of Congress (LOC) is our National Library and serves as the official research library for the U.S. Congress. It seems to be the largest library in the world - housing books in more than 450 languages. The LOC's first Librarian of Congress, John Beckley, was paid just $2 per day and had to also serve as the Clerk of the House of Representatives in Congress. The LOC moved to Washington D.C. in 1800 and unfortunately, most of its original collection of books was destroyed when the British set fire to the LOC and White House during the War of 1812. Former President Thomas Jefferson's personal library of more than 6,000 books was then bought to restore the LOC's shelves.
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On this date, November 28th of 1943, the first meeting of World War II's Allied leaders began in Tehran, Iran. At this Tehran Conference, the 'Big Three' (Russia's Premier Stalin, U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Britain's Prime Minister Winston Churchill) decided to start a second front in Western Europe to defeat the Nazis. This second front, called Operation Overlord, or D-Day, occurred on June 6, 1944, with the amphibious invasion of Normandy in northern, France - a major turning point in the war.
On this date, November 28th of 1943, the first meeting of World War II's Allied leaders began in Tehran, Iran. At this Tehran Conference, the 'Big Three' (Russia's Premier Stalin, U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Britain's Prime Minister Winston Churchill) decided to start a second front in Western Europe to defeat the Nazis. This second front, called Operation Overlord, or D-Day, occurred on June 6, 1944, with the amphibious invasion of Normandy in northern, France - a major turning point in the war.
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[ Pic of buffalo herd at Daniels Park, Denver Mountain Parks, Colorado - by S.Sweeney,Founder of Flag Steward ]
On this date, November 30th, the closing date of Native American Month, here is an insightful quote from Senator Markwayne Mullin:
"As a Cherokee, I can attest to the fact that Native Americans have been on the losing side of history. Our rights have been infringed upon, our treaties have been broken, our culture has been stolen, and our tribes have been decimated at the hands of our own United States government."
On this date, November 30th, the closing date of Native American Month, here is an insightful quote from Senator Markwayne Mullin:
"As a Cherokee, I can attest to the fact that Native Americans have been on the losing side of history. Our rights have been infringed upon, our treaties have been broken, our culture has been stolen, and our tribes have been decimated at the hands of our own United States government."
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On this date, December 6th = nothing to post ...
On this date, December 6th = nothing to post ...
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On this date, December 13th of 1936, the Boston Redskins played their last football (NFL) game. They lost to the Packers 21 to 6 and were then moved by the team owner to his hometown of Washington, D.C. - becoming 'Washington Redskins' and now the 'Washington Commanders' of today's NFL.
On this date, December 13th of 1936, the Boston Redskins played their last football (NFL) game. They lost to the Packers 21 to 6 and were then moved by the team owner to his hometown of Washington, D.C. - becoming 'Washington Redskins' and now the 'Washington Commanders' of today's NFL.
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Sunday, 12/18
Sunday, 12/18
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On this date, December 30th of 1853, the Gadsden Purchase was signed by James Gadsden and the President of Mexico. This land, shown in yellow in the picture above, was bought by the United States and added to southern Arizona and New Mexico. This land was selected so the Southern Pacific Railroad, a transcontinental railroad, could be built through this region.
On this date, December 30th of 1853, the Gadsden Purchase was signed by James Gadsden and the President of Mexico. This land, shown in yellow in the picture above, was bought by the United States and added to southern Arizona and New Mexico. This land was selected so the Southern Pacific Railroad, a transcontinental railroad, could be built through this region.
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On this date, January 16th, in 1786, the Virginia General Assembly passed Thomas Jefferson's Virginia Statue for Religious Freedom. In commemoration of this event, every year since 1993, the U.S. President has proclaimed January 16th to be 'National Religious Freedom Day.' Jefferson's law led to Freedom of Religion being added as one of the First Amendment rights (part of the Bill of Rights) in the U.S. Constitution - ensuring religious freedom for all Americans.
The passage of Virginia's law, back in 1786, was so significant to Thomas Jefferson that it was 1 of the 3 life achievements he asked to be his epitaph (writing put on his tombstone = zoom-in on the pic above).
The inscription on his tombstone states, "Here was buried Thomas Jefferson, author of the Declaration of American Independence, of the Statue of Virginia for Religious Freedom, and father of the University of Virginia."
On this date, January 16th, in 1786, the Virginia General Assembly passed Thomas Jefferson's Virginia Statue for Religious Freedom. In commemoration of this event, every year since 1993, the U.S. President has proclaimed January 16th to be 'National Religious Freedom Day.' Jefferson's law led to Freedom of Religion being added as one of the First Amendment rights (part of the Bill of Rights) in the U.S. Constitution - ensuring religious freedom for all Americans.
The passage of Virginia's law, back in 1786, was so significant to Thomas Jefferson that it was 1 of the 3 life achievements he asked to be his epitaph (writing put on his tombstone = zoom-in on the pic above).
The inscription on his tombstone states, "Here was buried Thomas Jefferson, author of the Declaration of American Independence, of the Statue of Virginia for Religious Freedom, and father of the University of Virginia."
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[ public domain image of gold prospectors in California in 1850 ]
On this date, January 24th of 1948, the California Gold Rush began when James Marshall accidently discovered gold at a saw mill near Sacramento, CA. News of this valuable metal's discovery spread very slowly. But, after President Polk told Congress in December of 1848 that gold had been found, a rush of more than 300,000 "Forty-niners" headed to California to get rich. The prospectors were called "Forty-niners" because it was in the year 1849 that most rushed to find gold in California - many by ships arriving in San Franciso. Unfortunately, the travel routes, by ship down and around the tip of South America, and by wagon across the Great Plains, Rocky Mountains, and deserts to California were all very dangerous, so many lost their lives on the way. And, of those that did make it to California, most did not find gold nor strike it rich. But, they stayed in California and formed it as a state much earlier than expected - the 31st State in the Union in 1850.
On this date, January 24th of 1948, the California Gold Rush began when James Marshall accidently discovered gold at a saw mill near Sacramento, CA. News of this valuable metal's discovery spread very slowly. But, after President Polk told Congress in December of 1848 that gold had been found, a rush of more than 300,000 "Forty-niners" headed to California to get rich. The prospectors were called "Forty-niners" because it was in the year 1849 that most rushed to find gold in California - many by ships arriving in San Franciso. Unfortunately, the travel routes, by ship down and around the tip of South America, and by wagon across the Great Plains, Rocky Mountains, and deserts to California were all very dangerous, so many lost their lives on the way. And, of those that did make it to California, most did not find gold nor strike it rich. But, they stayed in California and formed it as a state much earlier than expected - the 31st State in the Union in 1850.
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[ public domain image of "The Day the Music Died" plane wreckage ]
On this date, February 3rd, of 1959, a tragic event, called "The Day the Music Died," happened in an Iowa farm field. Famous American Rock-and-Roll musicians Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and "The Big Bopper" J.P. Richardson died in a plane crash. The loss of these rock-and-rollers inspired Don McLean to write a lyric about the accident in his 1971 song "American Pie."
On this date, February 3rd, of 1959, a tragic event, called "The Day the Music Died," happened in an Iowa farm field. Famous American Rock-and-Roll musicians Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and "The Big Bopper" J.P. Richardson died in a plane crash. The loss of these rock-and-rollers inspired Don McLean to write a lyric about the accident in his 1971 song "American Pie."
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Today's Lesson from Our Flag recalls the war cry ...
"Remember the Maine!"
"Remember the Maine!"
[ public domain image of USS Maine entering Havana harbor 3 weeks before being blown up ]
On this date, February 15th of 1898, the battleship USS Maine was blown up and sunk in Cuba's Havana harbor. With 274 of the 354 crew members killed, this was the last straw for America to declare war on Spain. The Spanish-American War lasted just 4 months and resulted in the end of the Spanish Empire's control of lands in the Americas and Asia.
On this date, February 15th of 1898, the battleship USS Maine was blown up and sunk in Cuba's Havana harbor. With 274 of the 354 crew members killed, this was the last straw for America to declare war on Spain. The Spanish-American War lasted just 4 months and resulted in the end of the Spanish Empire's control of lands in the Americas and Asia.
Today's Lesson from Our Flag recalls ...
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On this date, May 9th of ????
On this date, May 9th of ????
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Welcome to today's Half-Staff Alerts and Pre-Pledge of Allegiance Tribute
for Sunday, Mar. 20th
for Sunday, Mar. 20th
[ SSweeney pic of US flag flying at church in St. Louis, MO in March 2018 ]
"Our freedom allows us to enjoy the sensse of honor and pride necessary to be a hero - stay free, be proud, and never cease to do what is right."
- US Army SGT Jose M. Lopez, WWII Medal of Honor recipient
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quote via Center for American Values
"Our freedom allows us to enjoy the sensse of honor and pride necessary to be a hero - stay free, be proud, and never cease to do what is right."
- US Army SGT Jose M. Lopez, WWII Medal of Honor recipient
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quote via Center for American Values
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for Monday, Dec. 27th.
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[ pic by SSweeney of Maui coastline on Christmas Eve 2021 ]
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for Wednesday, Dec. 29th.
for Wednesday, Dec. 29th.
[ pic by SSweeney of Maui coastline on Christmas Eve 2021 ]
Celebrate the statehood of Texas!
On this date, Dec. 29th of 1845, Texas became the 28th state to join the Union. Texas' nickname, "The Lone Star State," is a reminder of its difficult efforts to gain independence from Mexico and its time as an independent republic (1836-45) before joining the United States of America.
Celebrate the statehood of Texas!
On this date, Dec. 29th of 1845, Texas became the 28th state to join the Union. Texas' nickname, "The Lone Star State," is a reminder of its difficult efforts to gain independence from Mexico and its time as an independent republic (1836-45) before joining the United States of America.
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for Tuesday, Jan. 4th
for Tuesday, Jan. 4th
[ public domain pic by Nathaniel Orr ]
On this date, Jan. 4th of 1853, Solomon Northup, author of 12 Years a Slave, a national best seller, was free again. In 1841 while working as a musician in Washington, DC, Solomon was kidnapped and sold into slavery. Born to a freed slave father and mother in New York, it took Solomon 12 years to get ahold of his family and government officials in New York so they could get back his freedom.
On this date, Jan. 4th of 1853, Solomon Northup, author of 12 Years a Slave, a national best seller, was free again. In 1841 while working as a musician in Washington, DC, Solomon was kidnapped and sold into slavery. Born to a freed slave father and mother in New York, it took Solomon 12 years to get ahold of his family and government officials in New York so they could get back his freedom.
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for Tuesday, May 3rd
for Tuesday, May 3rd
[ public domain pic by Nathaniel Orr ]
On this date, ??????
On this date, ??????
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Welcome to today's Half-Staff Alerts and Pre-Pledge Tribute
for Tuesday, May 10th
for Tuesday, May 10th
[ fair / educational use pic of Bobby Orr after championship goal ]
On this date, May 10th of 1970, Bobby Orr led the Boston Bruins to the Stanley Cup title (NHL Championship) with a dramatic win in sudden-death overtime against the St. Louis Blues (pictured above). This ended a 29-year NHL Championship drought for the Boston Bruins. At the time, and still today, many consider Bobby Orr to be the greatest defenseman to ever play in the NHL.
On this date, May 10th of 1970, Bobby Orr led the Boston Bruins to the Stanley Cup title (NHL Championship) with a dramatic win in sudden-death overtime against the St. Louis Blues (pictured above). This ended a 29-year NHL Championship drought for the Boston Bruins. At the time, and still today, many consider Bobby Orr to be the greatest defenseman to ever play in the NHL.
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Today's Pre-Pledge Tribute recalls 1 of 5 annual National Half-Staff days in America ...
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Peace Officers Memorial Day
Today, Sunday, May 15th, is a National Half-Staff Day commemorating Peace Officers Memorial Day. It also marks the start of Police Week (May 15 -21, 2022) - a week to honor and celebrate America's law enforcement officers.
Via a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which May 15 falls, as National Police Week. National Police Week pays tribute to peace officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
Peace Officers Memorial Day
Today, Sunday, May 15th, is a National Half-Staff Day commemorating Peace Officers Memorial Day. It also marks the start of Police Week (May 15 -21, 2022) - a week to honor and celebrate America's law enforcement officers.
Via a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which May 15 falls, as National Police Week. National Police Week pays tribute to peace officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
Before reciting the Pledge, we must observe where the U.S. Flag is at half-staff today, Monday, Dec. 27th
The U.S. Flag is at half-staff across Maryland for a fallen officer and in Georgia for a former U.S. Senator.
The U.S. Flag is at half-staff across Maryland for a fallen officer and in Georgia for a former U.S. Senator.
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Half-Staff Alerts & Honorees for December 26
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All Flags across MARYLAND (MD: Dec. 23 - TBD): Maryland's Governor ordered ALL (US & State) Flags at government / public facilities across the state, to half-staff until the date of her interment (TBD), n honor of Officer Keona Holley of the Baltimore Police Department, who died today, December 23, 2021, after being critically injured in the line of duty on December 16, 2021. CLICK HERE to read the Governor's Flag order.
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All Flags across GEORGIA (GA: Dec. 19 - Jan. 6): Georgia's Governor ordered ALL (US & State) Flags at government / public facilities across the state, to half-staff until sunset on Thu., Jan. 6, the date of his interment, in honor of and as a mark of respect for former U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, who passed away on Dec. 19. CLICK HERE to read the Governor's Flag order.
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Flag Steward is planning to solve another common US Flag owner question and problem.
How to properly retire and dispose of / recycle a US Flag?
Please, GO CLICK HERE to take a quick, 5 short questions survey to help Flag Steward decide if there's enough interest to enable this new Flag care program.
[ Note: Picture by S. Sweeney of horribly neglected US Flag found in front of a house in Greeley, CO in 2017. Flag Steward pulled over, took down the Flag and replaced it with a new one - no questions asked. ]
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Stars & Stripes Flag Etiquette:
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The U.S. Flag Code:
provides Our Flag's Rules and Regulations (CLICK HERE for full details)
[HIGHLIGHTS OF: The U.S. Flag Code stating how citizens should conduct themselves during this ceremony is below.]
Title 36, Chapter 10 PATRIOTIC CUSTOMS
National anthem; Star-Spangled Banner, conduct during playing:
During rendition of the national anthem when the flag is displayed, all present except those in uniform should stand at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart. Men not in uniform should remove their headdress with their right hand and hold it at the left shoulder, the hand being over the heart. Persons in uniform should render the military salute at the first note of the anthem and retain this position until the last note. When the flag is not displayed, those present should face toward the music and act in the same manner they would if the flag were displayed there.
Note: A new law was passed on October 30, 2008 that authorizes veterans and active-duty military not in uniform can now render the military-style hand salute during the playing of the national anthem. This publication is currently being updated to reflect the new law.
Pledge of Allegiance to the flag; manner of delivery:
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, "I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.", should be rendered by standing at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart. When not in uniform men should remove their headdress with their right hand and hold it at the left shoulder, the hand being over the heart. Persons in uniform should remain silent, face the flag, and render the military salute.