What does the American flag means to you?

At its core, the American flag stands for pride, sacrifice, opportunity, hope, strength, and freedom. Flying an American flag at your home can serve as a reminder of these values and why you should integrate them into your life.

Why is the American flag so special?

The flag is so important that its history tells the story of America itself. It represents the freedom, dignity, and true meaning of being an American. It has been with us through our war times, our sad times, but also in times of our greatest joys and triumphs.

What comes to mind when you think of the American flag?

The American Flag is a Symbol of Patriotism Participants were asked in the YouGov survey what term comes to mind when they see people display the American flag and 62\% said the term patriotic comes to mind. For us, the American flag is a symbol of patriotism, honor, and respect for this country.

What is the significance of a flag?

A flag represents an idea, or an ideal. It is neither a mere piece of decoration, nor an object to be honoured for itself. It is honoured for what it represents. Many flags are held in high esteem for their history; for the sacrifices made by the people; for the qualities for which the country and people stand.

What does the flag mean to our military?

The Honor and Remember Flag was designed from both historic military and universal icons. The Red field symbolizes the sacrifice of blood shed; what better color than American Flag red. The Folded Flag beneath the stars represents the flag that is handed to each family at the memorial service of their loved one.

What values does America’s flag represent?

Congress as the official American Flag on June 14, 1777. Though there have been variations in the design of the one flag throughout our history, the colors chosen have remained the same. They sum up our values succinctly: Red for courage and strength, White for purity and integrity, and Blue for vigilance and justice.

What do you do with an American flag?

According to the U.S. Flag Code, “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”.

What way does the American flag go?

When displayed either horizontally or vertically against a wall, the union should be uppermost and to the flag’s own right, that is, to the observer’s left. When displayed in a window, the American flag should be displayed in the same way, with the union or blue field to the left of the observer in the street.

Is the flag a history?

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How does the flag symbolize sacrifice?

The Folded Flag signifies the final tribute to an individual life that a family sacrificed and gave to the nation. The Flame is an eternal reminder of the spirit that has departed this life yet burns on in the memory of all who knew and loved the fallen hero.