2007-02-27 09:00:34 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
The flag should be folded in its customary manner.
2. Fire should be used and the fire should be sizeable and of sufficient intensity to ensure complete burning of the flag.
3. Place the flag on the fire.
4. The individual (s) should come to attention, salute the flag, recite the Pledge of Allegiance and have a brief period of silent reflection.
5. After the flag is completely consumed, the fire should be safely extinguished and the ashes buried.
6. Please make sure you are conforming to local/state fire codes or ordinances
2007-02-27 09:04:18 · answer #1 · answered by Anne 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
The proper means of disposing of an American flag is by burning. Usually it's done in a ceremony, at which the flag is first rendered "no longer a flag" usually by removing the field of stars; it may also be further cut apart before burning as part of the ceremony, and often makes reference to the meanings of the various colors on the flag. You can generally turn worn-out flags over to verterans groups, Boy or Girl Scout troops, or similar organizations for proper disposal; many have a yearly flag-disposal ceremony.
Contrary to the posting of one individual above, there is no "recognized" ceremony for accomplishing the disposal of a flag; it is merely required that the flag be treated with respect.
2007-02-27 09:09:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
What is the Proper Way to Dispose of a U.S. flag?
The correct way to dispose of a U.S. flag is by burning. If burning is not feasible, it is appropriate to place the flag out for collection if the field is first cut from the flag. If you wish to have your flag disposed of properly, you may send it to us (address below) via mail or UPS. We provide the local Scouting Organizations with old flags, so that they may teach the younger Scouts the ceremony associated with the burning process.
Everything you wanted to know about the flag at the site below
2007-02-27 09:04:13 · answer #3 · answered by Mystee_Rain 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The only way that i would get rid of An American flag is by burning it.
2007-02-27 09:04:05 · answer #4 · answered by mloinc 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
To properly dispose of the flag it is to be burned in a respectful ceremony. To insure complete incineration it may be cut into pieces first and lowered into the flames.
Edit - ladies this is a legitimate question. Relax.
2007-02-27 09:03:05 · answer #5 · answered by meathookcook 6 · 5⤊ 1⤋
According to code, it should be folded tri-corner, then given to a veteran's association. They will then burn the flag for you.
2007-02-27 09:21:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
How is burning the flag disrespectful to our country? That's like saying if I'm cremated, it's disrespectful to my mother. Give me a break, people. And do some research.
2007-02-27 09:09:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
If you don't wish to burn it yourself in compliance with US Code,
http://www.vfw.org/index.cfm?fa=cmty.leveld&did=2477
find out where your local American Legion (or VFW) post has their special flag collection receptacles and deposit it in it -- else you can take it to the post directly.
The link below details the ceremonial protocol:
2007-02-27 09:57:19 · answer #8 · answered by Col. Forbin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
(k) The Flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.
Source: US Flag Code: http://www.bcpl.net/~etowner/flagcode.html
2007-02-27 09:10:23 · answer #9 · answered by chimpus_incompetus 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You can burn it yourself and bury the ashes or your local VFW should have annual flag disposals and they will take care of it for you.
2007-02-27 09:03:43 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋