United States Flag
Flag Retirement Ceremony
A demonstration of the proper way to destroy a U.S. flag
was conducted in Monroe County Kentucky
by the local American Legion Post 122
as
high school and middle school students watched the ceremony.
American Legion members told the students that worn, tattered or faded
flags
should not be displayed
but should be retired
and kept encased or
"destroyed in a proper and dignified manner by burning.
The American Flag ...
Military Funerals
Did you know that at military funerals, the 21-gun salute stands for
the sum of the numbers in the year 1776? (1+7=7=6=21)
Have you ever noticed the honor guard pays meticulous attention to correctly
folding the American flag 13 times? You probably thought it was to symbolize the
original 13 colonies, but we learn something new every day!
The 1st fold of our flag is a symbol of life.
The 2nd fold is a symbol of our belief in eternal life.
The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing
our ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of our country
to attain peace throughout the world.
The 4th fold represents our weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting
in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in time of war for
His divine guidance.
The 5th fold is a tribute to our country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur
"Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right;
but it is still our country, right or wrong.
The 6th fold is for where our hearts lie. It is with our heart that
We pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States Of America,
and the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God,
indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.
The 7th fold is a tribute to our Armed Forces, for it is through the
Armed Forces that we protect our country and our flag against all
her enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries
of our republic.
The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the
shadow of death, that we might see the light of day.
The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and Mothers. For it has been through
their faith, their love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the
men and women who have made this country great has been molded.
The 10th fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has given his sons
and daughters for the defense of our country since they were first born.
The 11th fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and
King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews eyes, the God of Abraham,
Isaac and Jacob.
The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in the
Christians eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.
The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost
reminding us of our nations motto, "In God We Trust."
After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance
of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under
General George Washington, and the Sailors and Marines who served
under Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their comrades
and shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for
us the rights, privileges and freedoms we enjoy today.
The 1st fold of our flag is a symbol of life.
The 2nd fold is a symbol of our belief in eternal life.
The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing
our ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of our country
to attain peace throughout the world.
The 4th fold represents our weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting
in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in time of war for
His divine guidance.
The 5th fold is a tribute to our country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur
"Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right;
but it is still our country, right or wrong.
The 6th fold is for where our hearts lie. It is with our heart that
We pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States Of America,
and the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God,
indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.
The 7th fold is a tribute to our Armed Forces, for it is through the
Armed Forces that we protect our country and our flag against all
her enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries
of our republic.
The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the
shadow of death, that we might see the light of day.
The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and Mothers. For it has been through
their faith, their love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the
men and women who have made this country great has been molded.
The 10th fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has given his sons
and daughters for the defense of our country since they were first born.
The 11th fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and
King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews eyes, the God of Abraham,
Isaac and Jacob.
The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in the
Christians eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.
The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost
reminding us of our nations motto, "In God We Trust."
After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance
of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under
General George Washington, and the Sailors and Marines who served
under Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their comrades
and shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for
us the rights, privileges and freedoms we enjoy today.
God Bless America
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