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May 16th, 2018
Honoring the Stars and Stripes: Memorial Day Flag Protocol
Many have defended our country’s values, especially our service members. Memorial weekend is a traditional time to showcase the ultimate U.S. symbol — our stars and stripes.
Many of our readers have asked us about displaying their flag. Here are answers to the questions we receive most:
What do we need to know to display our U.S. flag?
How do we know if we’re doing it correctly? Just by asking the question you are honoring the flag. Thank you for setting a leadership example for younger generations. The United States Flag Code stipulates that as the symbol of a living country, the flag is considered in a living thing and should be properly cared for as follows:
- Raise the flag briskly and lower it ceremoniously.
- Never allow the flag to touch the ground or floor.
- Do not fly the flag in bad weather, unless you are 100 percent certain it is an all-weather flag.
- Fly the flag only from sunrise to sunset. It can only be flown at night if it is properly illuminated.
- The flag should always be allowed to fall free.
- The flag may not be used to carry, store, or deliver any items.
- Never fly the flag upside down except to signal an emergency.
Our readers who are sailors (Ahoy there!) already know the term “half-mast” refers to nautical flagpoles, or masts. “Half-staff” refers to any other flagpole, whether residential or commercial.
Are there any special requirements for flying the U.S. American flag on Memorial Day?
Yes, in addition to the Flag Code protocol there are special requirements for flying the U.S American flag on Memorial Day. On this day, flags are flown at half-staff from dawn until noon. At noon, the flag is raised briskly to full-staff until sunset, when it is lowered completely.
What if my flag cannot be raised or lowered to half-staff because it is mounted to the side of my residence?
If your personal flag cannot be raised and lowered effectively because it is mounted to your home, you have another option. Flag protocol dictates that a black ribbon be tied on top of the flagpole, just under the top ornament, as a substitute.
This Memorial Day, remember to respect our history, raise your flag, honor all who have served and use our tips to enjoy your three-day weekend.
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We are a member of the PROES Business Group. This association is a family of companies providing multiple avenues to make your life better. It brings business partners with the right background, experience and expertise to help you with your needs.
Each agent, servicing representative and owner’s philosophy is to combine quality, price, experience and service in every facet of your insurance purchasing experience. We strive to build long term relationships by meeting the needs of our clients.
The various backgrounds of our people help assure we can relate to your situation. Our goal is to help you have the right coverage, at the right price and be satisfied at the most important time – when you have a claim. We understand you are not buying insurance: you are buying piece of mind to protect yourself, your business and your family.
We are a member of the PROES Business Group. This association is a family of companies providing multiple avenues to make your life better. It brings business partners with the right background, experience and expertise to help you with your needs.
Each agent, servicing representative and owner’s philosophy is to combine quality, price, experience and service in every facet of your insurance purchasing experience. We strive to build long term relationships by meeting the needs of our clients.
The various backgrounds of our people help assure we can relate to your situation. Our goal is to help you have the right coverage, at the right price and be satisfied at the most important time – when you have a claim. We understand you are not buying insurance: you are buying piece of mind to protect yourself, your business and your family.