Rules for saluting the American Flag for military members, veterans, and everyone without an armed forces background. When it comes to American flag etiquette, most people tend to focus on how to display the flag properly and dispose of it in a dignified way. But there is another way to... Read more
For this World War II veteran, raising the American flag every day is a sacred duty that is part of his daily routine. Thomas G. Riker is a very proud World War II veteran with a short and patriotic daily routine. Every morning he gets up, walks outside to his... Read more
A group of Navy veterans teach students about the American flag as they travel around Pennsylvania holding special presentations. If you now ask any sixth-grader at Charleroi Area Middle School a trivia question pertaining to the American flag, they are sure to know the answer. That is because a Navy... Read more
A US veteran offers his tips on American flag etiquette. How many rules do you follow? Flying a flag with proper etiquette is important every day of the year, especially on patriotic holidays like Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, and Independence Day. Roger Layton, first vice commander of... Read more
Summer is flag holiday season! Make sure you’re flying your US flag correctly with our “How to Display the American Flag” guide. Proper flag etiquette is a hot topic these days, since several people still are not aware of or simply don’t know the exact rules. For example, there are... Read more
After over 700 hours of volunteering, one veteran’s love for Old Glory lead him to receive an award for dedication to the flag. Wilkie Liang gets up early every weekend before sunrise. As he quietly walks across the empty parking lot, he holds a folded American flag in his hands.... Read more
American Legion retires U.S. flags as they pay their utmost respect to Old Glory. Last week, 12 members of the American Legion Post 20 stood at attention during a very special flag retirement ceremony. Friends and family members also gathered to pay their respects. Legion Commander Bob Masters said, “You... Read more
The Waxhaw American Legion Post 208 offers a dignified flag ceremony for old U.S. flags. Most Americans know that the U.S. flag should be treated with honor and respect. However, if they haven’t served in the military or scouts, they may not know what to do exactly with a flag... Read more
In Helena, Montana, the governor issued a statement saying the POW-MIA flag will now fly year-round. In Helena, Montana, the Governor Steve Bullock made a bold move last week that will put the POW-MIA flag front and center in his city for 365 days of the year. Bullock chose the... Read more
A brief guide on how to properly display the American flag at your business or in your community. We see Old Glory flying at many homes, businesses and community establishments, but sadly many people don’t know how to properly fly or display the American flag. Here is a guide on... Read more