I have heard that you can burn them, but I don't know that I'll have an opportunity to due that over the Winter. Is there another way for me to properly dispose of these flags with honor and respect?
2007-12-08 04:58:30 · 14 answers · asked by mewalsh100 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Take them to the Veterans of Foreign Wars or the American Legion. They provide that service.
2007-12-08 05:05:10 · answer #1 · answered by gugliamo00 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Great question and I'm glad you asked. The American flag can be burned (the only legal way to destroy it). But there are laws governing the correct way to do it. The answerer who suggested taking the flags to the Veterans of Foreign Wars post in your city is right. I am a member of my post's Ladies Auxiliary and have witnessed the yearly Flag Burning Ceremony many, many times. If you have never seen Old Glory destroyed (even in this proper fashion) it is indeed something awesome to behold. Even if you are as tough as they come, it will bring on a good case of the goosebumps.
Thank you for your concern about our nation's emblem. The folks at the VFW will help you with this duty.
2007-12-08 06:18:33 · answer #2 · answered by artistagent116 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Liberals,progressives..whatever they call themselves today..are the boil on humanities backside.I come from a family of Veterans and am shocked every time i see these stories like you have stated.I just do not get the American hating attitude.A country that has tried to make the world better and safer,given the world hope for over 200 years.(watch the thumbs down).They would sell out there own country and gladly hand it over to the Mexicans.Turn America into the cesspool that Mexico is and pat there selves on the back for the good job they did.
2016-05-22 04:29:19 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Flag Code of the United States states the following:
When a flag is so worn it is no longer fit to serve as a symbol of our country, it should be destroyed by burning in a dignified manner.
2007-12-08 06:52:03 · answer #4 · answered by Dash 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give them to a local Boy Scout or Girl Scout troop or a place like the VFW. I am a Girl Scout leader and my troop does flag retirement cermonies every time we go to camp. We rely on donations throughout the year to do it.
2007-12-08 05:36:33 · answer #5 · answered by Denise S 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree take it to your local American legion or like Veterans post. Sometimes, on the fourth of July they have huge flag decommissioning ceremonies. They are an awesome site to see, so you can wait and bring it to one of those if you have one locally. Pretty much they build this giant fire and put all the flags in them, and its a celebration to the troops, and theres usually lots of activities like honor guards, tributes, entertainment. They are great fun. But thanks for your respect to our flag, i amsure our troops would appreciate it that some people do care!
2007-12-08 05:12:23 · answer #6 · answered by Jordan L 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, either of those places or a boy Scout troop will do it for you. There is a ritual that involves cutting the flag into small pieces, wrapping each in tissue and placing them gently on the fire. It's great that you respect our flag and wish to do this correctly.
2007-12-08 05:06:35 · answer #7 · answered by Nightstalker1967 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
hand it over to the nearest Boy Scout troop; the Boy Scouts of America is one of the few organizations authorized to retire flags
2007-12-08 10:38:13 · answer #8 · answered by F-14D Super Tomcat 21 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can't or won't burn it (which is the simplest, but not necessarily respectful way) then take it to the American Legion. They'll retire it with honor and respect.
2007-12-08 05:43:08 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
If you personally cannot burn them for any reason. then take them to your local American legion or like Veterans post. They will gladly retire old glory with respect.
2007-12-08 05:04:06 · answer #10 · answered by blanquettedeveau 4 · 6⤊ 0⤋