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Did you remember to display your flag today?

By
Real Estate Agent with Realty Solution Advisors Phoenix, Arizona

There is no bad day to display your flag but today is one of the best!

If you haven't put out your flag yet it's not too late. What better day to show some patriotism than today, 9-11.

All of us were affected by the events of that day but none more than airline employees, firefighters, police officers and of course our military. Next time you have a chance, say thanks to them for their service.

Rules to display the flag according to the United States “Flag Code”

 Respect for the Flag. No disrespect should be shown to the flag of the United States of America.

 (a) The flag should never be displayed with union down.

 (b) The flag should never touch anything beneath it.

 (c) The flag should never be carried flat or horizontally, but always aloft and free.

 (d) The flag should never be used as wearing apparel, bedding, or drapery.

 (e) The flag should never be fastened, displayed, used, or stored in such a manner

as to permit it to be easily torn, soiled, or damaged in any way.

 (f) The flag should never be used as a covering for a ceiling.

 (g) The flag should never have placed upon it, nor on any part of it, nor attached to

it any mark, insignia, letter, word, figure, design, picture, or drawing of any

nature.

 (h) The flag should never be used as a receptacle for receiving, holding, carrying,

or delivering anything.

 (i) The flag should never be used for advertising purposes in any manner

whatsoever.

 (j) No part of the flag should ever be used as a costume or athletic uniform.

(k) The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for

display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.

Posted by

Rod Kjerstad
Broker / Owner
Realty Solution Advisors
4809 E Thistle Landing Dr
Suite 100
Phoenix, Arizona 85044

Direct 602-492-3301 

Bud & Beth McKinney
RE/MAX UNITED - Cary, NC
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Thank-you so much for your post - it was a reminder for me to do this!!

Sep 11, 2012 12:40 AM
Elite Home Sales Team
Elite Home Sales Team OC - Corona del Mar, CA
A Tenacious and Skilled Real Estate Team

Yes I have and will continue to display my flag for those who died.

Sep 11, 2012 12:40 AM
Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI, SRES
Eagle Ridge Realty / Signature Homes & Estates - Gilroy, CA
REALTOR and Broker

I learned the correct procedure for displaying the flag long ago as a kid.  It is amazing how many times I see these preferences violated.  And yes, let us always remember the fallen victims.

Sep 11, 2012 12:46 AM
Rod Kjerstad
Realty Solution Advisors Phoenix, Arizona - Phoenix, AZ

Thank you for your reply. It make me feel good to see all the flags as I drive down my street.

Sep 11, 2012 01:23 AM