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The flag should never touch anything physically beneath it. [9] An urban myth claimed that if the flag touched the ground, it had to be destroyed under the Flag Code; however, it has been affirmed by the American Legion and state governments that this is not the case. [10] [11] The flag should never be used as wearing apparel, bedding or drapery.
A flag protocol (or flag code) is a set of rules and regulations for the display of flags within a country, including national, subnational, and foreign flags. Generally, flag protocols call for the national flag to be the most prominent flag (i.e, in the position of honor), flown highest and to its own right (the viewer's left) and for the ...
Chapter 1: The Flag § 1 — Flag; stripes and stars on § 2 — Same; additional stars § 3 — Use of flag for advertising purposes; mutilation of flag § 4 — Pledge of allegiance to the flag; manner of delivery § 5 — Display and use of flag by civilians; codification of rules and customs; definition § 6 — Time and occasions for display
President Donald Trump has made a habit of saluting during the national anthem despite the flag code indicating that he should simply place his hand over his heart.. The regulation, 36 U.S. Code ...
Flag etiquette has long been established to treat the flag with dignity. In 1942, Congress created the U.S. Flag Code, which provides guidelines for displaying and caring for the flag. Flags ...
The Pride flag flies outside the White House in Washington, D.C. in June 2023. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has directed only the U.S. flag be flown outside of U.S. facilities (AFP via Getty Images)
Official uniforms come with the US flag sewn to the top of the sleeve. The orientation of the flag meets the United States Flag Code. [6] Wearing the flag is optional. Scouts whose religion, tradition, or personal beliefs prevent them from displaying the flag are not required to do so. [24]
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