Rockaway Park, NY sanitation worker has collected more than 700 U.S. flags from the trash in effort to dispose of them in a respectful manner. Over a year ago, Rockaway Park, New York sanitation worker, Ed Shevlin, started rescuing American flags he found in the trash. Many were found scrunched... Read more
Boston’s MBTA trains garnered national attention when some thought the American flags were facing the wrong direction and in violation of proper flag etiquette. Flag etiquette has been a hot topic in the news lately as many patriotic citizens have taken to social media, local newspapers ‘Letters to the Editor’... Read more
The difference between header & grommet vs. rope & thimble flags is minor, but makes a big difference in how a flag waves in the wind. Header & Grommet Flags vs. Rope & Thimble Flags: what is the difference and how will it affect the way a flag waves in the... Read more
Confused by certain flag-related vocabulary? Here are several definitions of common flag terminology. Several flag related- words and terminology can be quite confusing, even to those who know their flags! Check out these definitions to some common flag vocabulary. The Union of a Flag – The Union is the... Read more
The Galt, CA-based troop provides a large American flag in the yard of subscribers on six national holidays throughout the years, as well as flag etiquette instructions. Troop leader, Tiffani Jacobs, recently completed a flag etiquette class in preparation for a new project being undertaken by her Galt, California based... Read more
Where did the Pledge of Allegiance come from and why do we recite it while facing an American flag? Here is everything you need to know about Pledge of Allegiance etiquette and history The Pledge of Allegiance has been around since Minister Francis Bellamy wrote it in August 1892. He... Read more
When to fly your American Flag in 2014 – Full and half-Staff flag holidays and dates to fly your flag in 2014 Ever missed a half-staff flag holiday or forgot to fly your American Flag on an important date? We’ve all been there. With busy day-to-day life, it’s easy to... Read more
There are many materials to choose from when buying a flag, what flag material is right for you? If you’re thinking of buying a new American flag, where do you start? With so many options in material, choosing the right flag for you can be a tough decision. Whether you... Read more
Is it time to buy a new flag? Signs your flag is ready to be taken down and retired. Many schools, restaurants, hotels, car dealerships, and other miscellaneous establishments fly American flags. You might even fly a flag or two outside your home! Displaying Old Glory is an excellent way... Read more
The US Flag Code lays out guidelines for how to display the American Flag correctly with respect and honor. When you display a flag flat against a wall, which way should the stars face? What if you are hanging that flag outside, does that make a difference? Continuing reading for... Read more