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  Flag of the United States - MSN Encarta
The flag of the United States of America consists of 13 equal horizontal stripes of red (top and bottom) alternating with white, with a blue rectangle in the canton bearing 50...
A favorite emblematic device in the flags of the southern colonies was a rattlesnake, usually depicted as coiled and ready to strike and having 13 rattles.
The word was inscribed on an otherwise plain red flag raised in New York by the Sons of Liberty, a secret patriotic organization, in defiance of a British regulation forbidding the display of any but the British flag.
encarta.msn.com /encyclopedia_761577016/Flag_of_the_United_States.html   (1572 words)

  
 NSSAR - United States Flag Act
State and local regulations: Flag regulations of State Commission of Education determining material and size of flag, manner and place of display, care of flag and pledge to the flag are constitutional and do not contravene either United States Constitution or New York State Constitution.
The flag, when carried in a procession with another flag or flags, should be either on the marching right; that is, the flag's own right, or, if there is a line of other flags, in front of the center of that line.
By order of the President, the flag shall be flown at half-staff upon the death of principal figures of the United States Government and the Governor of a State, territory, or possession, as a mark of respect to their memory.
www.sar.org /history/flag/flag-act.html   (2600 words)

  
 US Laws
The flag of the United States of America should be at the center and at the highest point of the group when a number of flags of States or localities or pennants of societies are grouped and displayed from staffs.
When flags of States, cities, or localities, or pennants of societies are flown on the same halyard with the flag of the United States, the latter should always be at the peak.
When the flag of the United States is displayed from a staff projecting horizontally or at an angle from the window sill, balcony, or front of a building, the union of the flag should be placed at the peak of the staff unless the flag is at half-staff.
www.secstate.wa.gov /flag/uslaws.aspx   (1814 words)

  
 United States Flag Rules
The flag of the United States of America, when it is displayed with another flag against a wall from crossed staffs, should be on the right, the flag's own right [that means the viewer's left --Webmaster], and its staff should be in front of the staff of the other flag.
The flag of the United States shall be thirteen horizontal stripes, alternate red and white; and the union of the flag shall be forty-eight stars [Note that sec.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, "I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.", should be rendered by standing at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart.
www.local387.org /usflagrules.htm   (3187 words)

  
 USFlag.org: A website dedicated to the Flag of the United States of America - United States Code
By order of the President, the flag shall be flown at half-staff upon the death of principal figures of the United States Government and the Governor of a State, territory, or possession, as a mark of respect to their memory.
The flag of the United States shall be thirteen horizontal stripes, alternate red and white; and the union of the flag shall be forty-eight stars, white in a blue field.
The seal heretofore used by the United States in Congress assembled is declared to be the seal of the United States.
www.usflag.org /us.code36.html   (3777 words)

  
 Flag of the United States - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Traditionally, the flag may be decorated with golden fringe surrounding the perimeter of the flag itself as long as it does not deface the flag proper.
When the flag is displayed from a staff projecting from a window, balcony, or a building, the union should be at the peak of the staff unless the flag is at half-staff.
Astronaut Alan Shepard raises the United States Flag on the surface of the moon during the Apollo 14 mission.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Flag_of_the_United_States   (5196 words)

  
 Flag Rules and Regulations
When flags of States, cities, or localities, or pennants of societies are flown on the same halyard with the flag of the United States, the latter should always be at the peak.
When the flag of the United States is displayed from a staff projecting horizontally or at an angle from the window sill, balcony, or front of a building, the union of the flag should be placed at the peak of the staff unless the flag is at half-staff.
The flag of the United States of America should be at the center and at the highest point of the group when a number of flags of States or localities or pennants of societies are grouped and displayed from staffs.
www.ushistory.org /betsy/flagetiq.html   (3751 words)

  
 Flag Etiquette & History
The colors of the Flag may be thus explained: The red is for valor, zeal and fervency; the white for hope, purity, cleanliness of life and rectitude of conduct; the blue, the color of heaven, for reverence of God, loyalty, sincerity, justice and truth.
The flag of the United States of America is saluted as it is hoisted and lowered.
The flag of the United States of America should be at the center and at the highest point of the group when a number of flags of states, localities, or societies are grouped for display.
www.troop160.org /Flag.htm   (2293 words)

  
 United States Army Flag
The newly adopted flag was presented by Vice President Richard Nixon to Secretary of the Army Wilber M. Brucker in a ceremony at the Capitol, Washington DC, on June 13, 1956.
The United States Army came into being by action of the Continental Congress on June 14, 1775, and two years later, on June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress officially adopted the Stars and Stripes as the Flag of the United States.
The flag is made of white silk, upon which is embroidered in blue, a replica of the official seal of the War Office.
www.qmfound.com /United_States_Army_Flag.htm   (933 words)

  
 USFlag.org: A website dedicated to the Flag of the United States of America - Flag Etiquette
The flag should not be used as part of a costume or athletic uniform, except that a flag patch may be used on the uniform of military personnel, fireman, policeman and members of patriotic organizations.
The flag of the United States of America is saluted as it is hoisted and lowered.
The flag of the United States of America should be at the center and at the highest point of the group when a number of flags of states, localities, or societies are grouped for display.
www.usflag.org /flag.etiquette.html   (1050 words)

  
 SUVCW--U. S. Flag Code (36 USC 10)
That is left to the states and to the federal government for the District of Columbia.
The Flag Code may be fairly tested: 'No disrespect should be shown to the Flag of the United States of America.' Therefore, actions not specifically included in the Code may be deemed acceptable as long as proper respect is shown.
The flag of the United States shall be thirteen horizontal stripes, alternate red and white; and the union of the flag shall be fifty stars, white in a blue field.
suvcw.org /flag.htm   (2423 words)

  
 United States Flag History - U.S. Code: Title 36: Chapter 10
The flower commonly known as the rose is designated and adopted as the national floral emblem of the United States of America, and the President of the United States is authorized and requested to declare such fact by proclamation.
The flag of the United States shall be thirteen horizontal stripes, alternate red and white; and the union of the flag shall be forty-eight stars, white in a blue field.
The seal heretofore used by the United States in Congress assembled is declared to be the seal of the United States.
stockholm.usembassy.gov /usflag/flag_code.html   (3456 words)

  
 United States Flag   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The flag should not be used as part of a costume or athletic uniform, except that a flag patch may be used on the uniform of military personnel, fireman, policeman and members of patriotic organizations.
When the flag is displayed from a staff projecting from a window, balcony, or a building, the union (stars) should be at the peak of the staff unless the flag is at half-staff.
When flown with flags of states, communities, or societies on separate flag poles which are of the same height and in a straight line, the flag of the United States is always placed in the position of honor - to its own right.
www.angelfire.com /wv2/abatenpc/Flag.html   (1844 words)

  
 United States Flag Code
The flag shall also be flown at half-staff for such period at all United States embassies, legations, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.
The flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff on all buildings and grounds of the Federal Government in a State, Territory, or possession of the United States upon the death of the Governor of such State, Territory, or possession from the day of death until interment.
The heads of the several departments and agencies of the Government may direct that the flag of the United States be flown at half-staff on buildings, grounds, or naval vessels under their jurisdiction on occasions other than those specified herein which they consider proper, and that suitable military honors be rendered as appropriate.
www.pageantry-world.com /united_states_flag_code2.htm   (1323 words)

  
 United States Flag Rules
No such flag or pennant may be placed above the flag of the United States or to the right of the flag of the United States.
The flag decals have the union (the blue area with the stars) on the side closer to the front of the plane.
There are two separate flag patches in the Army inventory: the normal U.S. flag replica that is worn on the left sleeve, and what is referred to as the "reversed field" flag patch, which is worn on the right sleeve.
www.local387.com /usflagrules.htm   (3186 words)

  
 United States Flag Code
This statute was amended when the Flag Protection Act of 1989 (Oct. 28, 1989) imposed a fine and/or up to I year in prison for knowingly mutilating, defacing, physically defiling, maintaining on the floor or trampling upon any flag of the United States.
The Flag Protection Act of 1989 was struck down by the Supreme Court decision, United States vs. Eichman, decided on June 11, 1990.
The Flag Code may be fairly tested: 'No disrespect should be shown to the Flag of the United States of America.' Therefore, actions not specifically included in the Code may be deemed acceptable as long as proper respect is shown.
www.gcpower.net /flag_code.html   (3028 words)

  
 UNITED STATES CODE Flag Etiquette
prominence or honor, with that of the flag of the United States at the headquarters of the
window, the flag should be displayed in the same way, with the union or blue field to the left of the observer in the street.
The flag of the United States shall be thirteen horizontal stripes, alternate red and white; and the union of the flag shall be fifty stars, white in a blue field.
www.piedmontflag.com /US-Flag-Etiquette.html   (3316 words)

  
 Ben's Guide (3-5): Symbols of U.S. Government - Flag of the United States
On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress passed the first Flag Act, which said that the flag would be made up of thirteen alternating red and white stripes and thirteen white stars on a blue field.
While the flag's colors did not have a specific meaning at the time, the colors were significant for the Great Seal of 1782.
The United States Code, Title 4 (Flag and Seal, Seat of Government, and the States), Chapter 1 (The Flag).
bensguide.gpo.gov /3-5/symbols/flag.html   (223 words)

  
 A Capitol Fourth . History of the Fourth . Old Glory | PBS
The resolution ordered that "the flag of the United States be made of thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation." On August 3, 1949, President Harry S Truman commemorated the occasion by officially declaring June 14 as Flag Day.
The flag should be displayed daily and on all holidays, weather permitting, on or near the main administration buildings of all public institutions.
When the flag is raised or lowered as part of a ceremony as it passes by in parade or review, everyone, except those in uniform, should face the flag with the right hand over the heart.
www.pbs.org /capitolfourth/flag.html   (718 words)

  
 United States Flag
The United States flag, also known as the Stars and Stripes, has thirteen red and white stripes representing the thirteen original colonies.
The first flag had 13 white stars in a circle as well as 13 stripes to represent the first 13 colonies.
Later, as more and more states entered the Union, Congress decided that the number of stripes would remain at 13, and a new star should be added for each new state.
www.salem.k12.va.us /south/america/flag.htm   (265 words)

  
 SUVCW--U. S. Flag Code (36 USC 10)
Exact rules for use and display of the flag (36 U.S.C. 173-178) as well as associated sections (36 U.S.C. 171) Conduct during Playing of the National Anthem, (36 U.S.C. 172) the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, and Manner of Delivery were included.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
However, when a patriotic effect is desired, the flag may be displayed 24 hours a day if properly illuminated during the hours of darkness.
www.suvcw.org /flag.htm   (2423 words)

  
 Displaying and Caring for the Flag of the United States of America
Displaying and Caring for the Flag of the United States of America
Following the tragedies in New York, Washington, D.C., and Pennsylvania, Americans are seeking ways to publicly express a wide range of emotions as well as support for one another during this difficult time.
One of the most popular methods of showing support is displaying the flag of the United States of America.
www.scouting.org /media/flag/index.html   (114 words)

  
 Independence Day on the Net - US Flag Etiquette
The flag of the United States of America should be displayed only from sunrise to sunset unless the flag is illuminated.
When flown at half-staff during a period of national morning the flag is first hoisted to the top of the pole for a moment and then lowered to half-staff.
When the U.S. flag is flown with other national flags, all the flags should be of equal size and flown on separate staffs of the same height.
www.holidays.net /independence/flag.htm   (308 words)

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