What Is Flag Etiquette and Wear & Tear?

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What Is Flag Etiquette and Wear & Tear?

.	Flag Etiquette and Wear & Tear Flag Etiquette The fundamental rule of flag etiquette is: treat all flags with respect and common sense. The Stars and Stripes takes precedence over all other flags when flown within the United States. It should not be flown lower than another flag nor should it be smaller than another flag flown with it Other flags may, however, be flown at the same height and in the same size. Other national flags should not be smaller nor flown lower than the Stars and Stripes when displayed together. If it is not possible to display two or more national flags at the same height, it is not proper to display them together at all. The point of honor is on the extreme left from the standpoint of the observer ("the flag's right"). The order from left to right of flags flown together is: the Stars and Stripes, other national flags in alphabetical order, state flags, county and city flags, organizational flags, personal flag. If one flag is at half-staff in mourning, other flags flown with it should be at half-staff. First raise the flags to their peak, then lower to half-staff. The Stars and Stripes is raised first and lowered last. A salute (hand over heart for those not in uniform) should be rendered when the flag is raised, lowered, or carried by on parade; when the Pledge of Allegiance is recited; and when the national anthem is played (unless the flag is not present). It is proper to fly the Stars and Stripes at night, but only if it is spotlit. No flag should be flown during weather which might damage it, based on a common sense interpretation of circumstances. To extend the life of a flag, when it is torn it should be repaired and under no circumstances should a flag be folded while wet. When a flag is no longer of dignified appearance and cannot be repaired, it should be destroyed in a dignified way (burned or sealed in a bag or box before being sent out for trash collection) **[see below added Section,"Flag Wear & Tear"]. In a public gathering (lecture hall, church, ear.), the Stars and Stripes should be to the right of the speakers or on the wall behind them. The canton of the flag (the blue "field" with the 50 stars) should always be to the observers left except: 1) when displayed on a casket: 2) what displayed as a decal on the right side of a vehicle (bus, truck, plane, etc.); 3) when worn as a patch on the right arm (but use on the left arm is preferable). The Stars and Stripes should be in the center of a group of flags only when: 1) the center pole is taller than the others or 2) when a fan-like arrangement makes the center pole higher than the others. It is not illegal or improper to fly any flag (state, ethnic group, organization, etc.) alone but etiquette would dictate that it is always preferable to display the Stars and Stripes at the same time. Source (Abbreviated): The U.S. Federal Flag Code 1. Flag Wear & Tear How long should a flag last? There is no definite answer to this question. How long any flag will last depends on the weather, its location, airborne contamination and how often you fly your flag, in short, the wear & tear on the flag. Remember, your flag is a piece of cloth that works very, very hard. Throughout its lifetime your flag shakes, trembles, drapes, snaps, chafes, bakes, freezes, ripples, flutters, furls, twists, flaps, strains, flies, unfurls and hangs! Is it any wonder that a flag that flies continuously needs replacing two or three times a year? Wind, water, sun and carelessness are the major enemies of a flag (wear & tear). No one can control the weather but you can take some important steps to lengthen the life of your flag. Occasionally washing your flag in warm detergent water will prevent pollutants and dirt from weakening the fabric (wear). Always let your flag dry thoroughly before storing it to prevent mildew or color transfer. At the first sign of fraying (tear), have your flag repaired before further damage is done. Always keep your flagpole as clean as possible and move your pole if your flag does not have adequate room to fly unobstructed. If you make all efforts to reduce the wear & tear on the flag you can help to extent its life and beauty. Source (Amended): Eder Flag & Mfg. Co., "Invoice Stuffer". Cap'ns TOPICS-LINKS	BOOKMARK or Press: Ctrl D SHARE THIS Share CONTACT	.

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