At my work we end up replacing our U.S. flag about every 3-5 months because of regular wear and tear from the weather. We have about 8 used flags in their original boxes because I know you aren't supposed to dispose of them. So my question is what are you supposed to do with flags after you're done using them?
2007-08-08 09:02:13 · 9 answers · asked by Kara 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
There is a proper method for disposal. The American Legion can dispose of it for you.
2007-08-08 09:05:37 · answer #1 · answered by davidmi711 7 · 5⤊ 0⤋
"American Legion Posts and local governments often have facilities to dispose of unserviceable flags."
While that statement is true, it's also true that they often have neither the facilities nor the knowledge. Furthermore, many municipalities have contacted USA Flag Site for what they should do with unserviceable flags. The only definitive answer is found in the US Flag Code. TITLE 4 > CHAPTER 1 > Sec. 8(k). It states:
"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"
Basically fold it up and burn it completely.
2007-08-08 16:11:40 · answer #2 · answered by St. Bastard 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can burn them or bury them. It's just supposed to be dignified and private.
"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."
2007-08-08 16:05:23 · answer #3 · answered by BDZot 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
There are places you can turn them over to. I know you can burn a damaged or worn flag also. ( It should be done in a respectful manner)
2007-08-08 16:09:03 · answer #4 · answered by Robin L 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yours may be a trick question about flag burning, but yes...
The proper way to dispose of a flag is to burn it---- respectfully.
2007-08-08 16:06:01 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
your local boy scouts should be able to help you properly discard of the old flags, they know how to respectfully retire old flags.
2007-08-08 16:11:11 · answer #6 · answered by John S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
VFW is a proper answer unless you happen to have a military base nearby. They MIGHT be willing and/or able to better answer this post!!
2007-08-08 16:22:00 · answer #7 · answered by pappyld04 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
david is correct.contact an American Legion or a VFW post in your area.There is a formal ceremony we use when retiring unserviceable U.S.flags.
2007-08-08 16:09:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
donate them to al quada.
2007-08-08 17:43:54 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋