When I arrived at work today, my co-workers and I noticed the flags at half mast. I couldn't find anyone else at work who new. I live in Northern Illinois, if that makes a difference. Does anyone know why the flags are half-mast?
2006-10-13 14:46:15 · 6 answers · asked by Benny 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Civic Participation
Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich has issued a proclamation that all state facilities fly the United States flag at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral of every fallen Illinois resident serving in the U.S. Armed Forces who is killed in the line of duty.
Governor's Proclamations:
Sunday, October 15, 2006, on behalf of Staff Sgt. James D. Ellis, United States Army.
Saturday, October 14, 2006, on behalf of Spc. George R. Obourn, Jr., United States Army.
Friday, October 13, 2006, on behalf of Spc. Kristofer C. Walker, United States Army.
Sunday, September 17, 2006, on behalf of Staff Sgt. Robert J. Paul, United States Army.
2006-10-13 14:49:23 · answer #1 · answered by cherokeeflyer 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Probably b/c of the Amish children that were murdered. It is put at half mast as a sign of mourning.
2006-10-13 21:49:07 · answer #2 · answered by Michelle G 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
that means someone has died and putting a flag at half mast is a way of showing proper respect twoards that person
2006-10-13 21:53:06 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
A flag is at half-mask when someone has died. Someone within your company has passed away. God bless them
2006-10-14 00:22:28 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Go to your state's website. They should have a link to an explanation.
2006-10-14 06:52:31 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The people who put up the flags are spent. Limp I guess.
2006-10-13 21:48:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋