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Blog #9: US flag as displayed on the uniforms of servicemen: Why are US flag patches backwards on uniforms?

Blog #9: US flag as displayed on the uniforms of servicemen Why are US flag patches backwards on uniforms? -The American flag patch placement in the armed forces is outlined in Army Regulation 670-1, “Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia.” The regulation outlines the rule for patch placement that even if the US […]

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Blog #8: The US flag at half-staff: When should the US flag be flown at half staff?

Blog #8: The US flag at half-staff When should the US flag be flown at half staff? -Firstly, the US flag, when flown at half staff should always be raised to the top of the flagpole quickly and then gently lowered to half staff. Most days when the flag is flown it half staff it’s […]

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Blog #7: US flags at funerals: What is the size of a burial flag? What is the size of a casket flag?

Blog #7: US flags at funerals What is the size of a burial flag? What is the size of a casket flag? -The dimensions for a US interment (burial or casket) flag is 5’x9.5’ If you have a question about flags and flag etiquette email me at egadow@tuffflags.com and perhaps your question will be featured!

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Blog #6: Folding a US flag properly: How do you fold a US flag? What is the proper method of folding a US flag? How do I fold a US flag for a display case? Where can I store my US Flag?

Blog #6: Folding a US flag properly How do you fold a US flag? What is the proper method of folding a US flag? How do I fold a US flag for a display case? -Here are the instructions on how to properly fold your US flag, as outlined by www.USFlag.org: 1. To properly fold […]

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Blog #5: Proper US Flag disposal: How do you properly dispose of a US Flag? What do I do with an old, worn US Flag?

Blog #5: Proper US Flag disposal How do you properly dispose of a US Flag? What do I do with an old, worn US Flag? -Never, ever throw away a US Flag. Instructions on disposing of an old US flag are as follows, according to the VFW: 1. The US Flag should be folded in […]

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Blog #4: Nylon vs Polyester, which should you should you fly?: What is the difference between a Nylon and Polyester flags? Does nylon adsorb water? What is the difference between indoor nylon and outdoor nylon flags?

Blog #4: Nylon vs Polyester, which should you should you fly? What is the difference between a Nylon and Polyester flags? Does nylon adsorb water? -Nylon flags are made from nylon fibers, a non-absorbent, tough, synthetic material best suited to areas with low to medium wind because while it’s not as tough as polyester, it […]

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Blog #3: Vertical Flag Display: How do I display a US flag vertically? How do you hang an American flag vertically?

Blog #3: Vertical Flag Display How do I display a US flag vertically? How do you hang an American flag vertically? -The US flag may be displayed vertically or horizontally. When hanging the US flag vertically like a banner, inside or out, the union (stars) should be at the top to the observer’s left. When […]

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Blog #2: Proper Flag Lighting: Is it true that a US flag has to be taken down at sunset? Do I have to take my US flag down at sunset? Can I fly a US flag in the dark?

Blog #2: Proper Flag Lighting Is it true that a US flag has to be taken down at sunset? Do I have to take my US flag down at sunset? Can I fly a US flag in the dark? -This is a common question that not many people know the answer to. I mentioned this […]

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Blog #1: Flag Flying Etiquette: How to hang a flag? How do I properly fly a US flag?

    Blog #1: Flag Flying Etiquette How to hang a flag? How do I properly fly a US flag? -Flag code in the United States was adopted by the National Flag Congress on June 14th, 1923 but not officially passed into public law until June 22nd, 1942. US Code outlines the appropriate use of […]

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