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Flag Etiquette Reminders for July 4th

By Yvonne Grayson

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July 01, 2011 01:07 AM

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HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!

I love July 4th for many reasons... The celebration of our nation's birth, the fireworks, family gatherings - I could go on! I also love seeing our country's beautiful flag flying everywhere! Here are a few flag etiquette tips for you to keep in mind when your flying your flag:

Display the flag only between sunrise and sunset on buildings and stationary flagstaffs.
The flag may be displayed for twenty-four hours if illuminated in darkness.
Do not display the flag in inclement weather.
Whether displaying the flag vertically or horizontally, make sure the canton of stars is visible on the upper left-hand side.
Do not let the flag touch the ground.
An unusable flag that is damaged and worn and can no longer be displayed should be destroyed in a dignified way by burning.
When not on display, the flag should be respectfully folded into a triangle, symbolizing the tricorn hats worn by colonial soldiers in the Revolutionary War.

I hope you have a GREAT July 4th Weekend! Be safe and enjoy your time off!

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Ellie Shorb

Compass Real Estate - Chevy Chase, MD

Realtor DC, MD & VA Luxury Home Expert

Timely reminder.... I remember as a very little girl watching the Independence Day parade in Oklahoma City, and my dad reminded me never to let my little flag touch the ground. Your post would be an excellent one for kids and young adults to read.

Jul 01, 2011 01:10 AM

Alicia Barrington

THE ORIGINAL HOUSTON HOME STAGING - Katy, TX

Houston Home Staging Presents Alicia Barrington

Thank you, thank you, thank you! This is one of my pet peeves. So often, my well-meaning neighbors allow their soiled flags to languish in the dark. As a stager we often face conflict when we mention that the flag needs to be removed or replaced....... not because it's the flag, but because it's not being flown in the correct fashion. Again, many thanks, and the suggest button has been clicked!

Jul 01, 2011 01:14 AM

Marco Giancola

Beachfront Realty - Miami Beach, FL

Realtor (305)608-1922, Miami Beach Florida

That felt like a bit of nostalia. I recall learning or being told as a wee kid that if I let the flag touch the ground we had to burn it! I did not know the symbolism of the triangle fold though-thanks! Happy 4th!

Jul 01, 2011 01:24 AM

Lisa Wetzel

RE/MAX Realty Affiliates - Carson City, NV

CDPE, SFR carsonvalleyland.com

Yvonne - Happy 4Th of July to you! Thanks for the reminder ... I just can't believe that we are already half way through this year.

All the best!

Jul 01, 2011 01:46 AM

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