Flags to be lowered to Half Staff in Honor of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

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HALF-STAFF NOTIFICATION  Proclamation on the Death of Queen Elizabeth II SEPTEMBER 8, 2022 • PRESIDENTIAL ACTIONS Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was more than a monarch. She defined an era. In a world of constant change, she was a steadying presence and a source of comfort and pride for generations of Britons, including many who have never known their country without her. Queen …

Flags to be lowered to Half Staff in Honor of Madeleine Korbel Albright

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A Proclamation on the Death of Madeleine Korbel Albright As a mark of respect for former Secretary of State Madeleine Korbel Albright and her life of service to our Nation, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that the flag of …

Lower Flags to Half Staff in observance of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day on December 7, 2021

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A Proclamation on National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, 2021 On December 7, 1941, the Imperial Japanese Navy attacked our forces at Pearl Harbor and other locations in Hawaii, taking the lives of 2,403 service members and civilians and leading the United States to declare its entrance into World War II.  It was a day that still lives in infamy 80 years later. …

Proclamation on the Death of General Colin Powell

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Flags to be lowered to Half Staff as a Mark of Respect for General Colin Powell General Colin Powell was a patriot of unmatched honor and dignity.  The son of immigrants, born in New York City, raised in Harlem and the South Bronx, a graduate of the City College of New York, he rose to the highest ranks of the United …

A Proclamation on Fire Prevention Week

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Lower Flags to Half Staff in observance of National Firefighters Memorial Day on October 3, 2021 During Fire Prevention Week, we honor our brave firefighters and first responders who risk their lives to protect us every day and reaffirm the importance of fire safety and preparedness.  This week, I call on all Americans to educate themselves about fire prevention and safety …

When and Where to Display Your Flag

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  Even in a landscape that emphasizes the importance of digital ad placement, businesses know that real life representations of their businesses have a variety of benefits. Not only do custom flags serve as a reminder of your business and offerings for those on the go, but they also can be a great introduction to your brand. Companies that wish …

Flying your American Flag

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The United States flags is a symbol which Americans pledge their allegiance. It stands for our nation’s commitment to its people, pride, and principles. Properly displaying our flag is a sign of our respect for everything it represents. The flag can be flown every day, but it is often flown to show patriotism on these days: ·       New Year’s Day ·       Inauguration Day …

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How should you display your flag?

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3 quick tips: The flag should be raised and lowered by hand on a flagpole. While raising it, unfurl it and hoist it quickly to the peak of the pole. It should be lowered slowly and ceremoniously. When displaying the flag as a decal on the right side of a vehicle (bus, truck, plane, etc.), the blue field should be …