Sage-Tips

What should I do if I see an American flag upside down?

According to U.S. Flag Code, the flag should never be displayed upside-down “except as a signal of dire distress in instances of extreme danger to life or property.”

Why should you not let the American flag touch the ground?

According to the U.S. Flag Code, the American flag should never touch the ground or anything else below it. If the American flag hangs so low on a flagpole that it touches the ground, it will likely accumulate dirt. And if it continues to touch the ground, it may sustain more severe damage in the form of torn fabric.

Is Flying the American flag upside down a sign of disrespect?

Flying the American flag upside down is considered by many, including those who have served our country in uniform, to be disrespectful. The U.S. Defense Department says the flag should only be flown upside down “to convey a sign of distress or great danger.”

What does an American flag with black and blue stripes mean?

law enforcement
The “Thin Blue Line” American flag represents law enforcement and is flown to show support for the men and women who put their lives on the line every day to protect us. In both versions, the black space above the blue line represents society, order and peace, while the black below, crime, anarchy, and chaos.

Why is the flag upside down on military uniforms?

Basically, the idea behind the backward American flag on Army uniforms is to make it look as though the flag is flying in the breeze as the person wearing it moves forward. During the Civil War, both mounted cavalry and infantry units would designate a standard bearer, who carried the flag into battle.

Is it OK to fly the American flag in the rain?

The flag should not be subject to weather damage, so it should not be displayed during rain, snow and wind storms unless it is an all-weather flag. It should be displayed often, but especially on national and state holidays and special occasions.

Why would a person fly the American flag upside down?

Traditionally, the American flag should never be hung upside down “except as a signal of dire distress in instances of extreme danger to life or property” according to the U.S Flag Code.

What is a black and white American flag?

While the meaning of a totally black or black-and-white American flag is that no quarter will be given, the “Thin Blue Line” (while also mostly black and white) is different. It is used to signify support for law enforcement.

What is the green stripe American flag?

the Thin Green Line
Meaning of the Thin Green Line The thin green line is a symbol that is used to show support for federal law enforcement agents such as border patrol, park rangers, and conservation personnel. The thin green line is also used to show support for the men and women of our military.

Can a home owner get an offensive Flag taken down?

Those living in an apartment or condo building, or in a single-family home in a community covered by a homeowners association, may have some leverage in getting an offensive flag or sign taken down. That’s because many buildings and associations prohibit such displays in windows or on front doors.

What side of the pole do you fly a company flag?

Facing the display, from left to right: US flag, state flag, company flag. If you are flying them on two poles, place the US flag on the leftmost pole, and the state flag over the company flag on the right pole (check your state Flag Code to be sure this is acceptable). You may not fly a company flag on the same pole as the US flag.

What side of the house should the American flag be on?

It can be on either side. When there is a choice, find a position of prominence. Sometimes that is the left of the door, sometimes the right, sometimes away from the door, but centered on the house (when you have a porch, for example). Use your best judgment to find a nice position for the flag.

What can be flown beneath the flag of the United States?

When authorized, the following may be flown beneath the flag of the United States:* 1 The Prisoner of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) flag 2 The Army Savings Program (Minuteman Flag) 3 The Retiree flag 4 Commander-in-Chief’s Installation Excellence Award flag