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On 9/11 I will be attending with my son his first Cub Scout meeting of the year. Since it falls on 9/11, the Cub Master decided to teach all of these boys some Flag Etiquette and how to properly retire a flag. Have any of you seen a flag retirement? What is the normal protocol for a service member in attendance of such an event?
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If you're unsure of what has to happen - here's what the VFW has as the proper etiquette:
FLAG DISPOSAL:
1. The flag should be folded in its customary manner.
2. It is important that the fire be fairly large and of sufficient intensity to ensure complete burning of the flag.
3. Place the flag on the fire.
4. The individual(s) can 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 then be safely extinguished and the ashes buried.
6. Please make sure you are conforming to local/state fire codes or ordinances.
FLAG DISPOSAL:
1. The flag should be folded in its customary manner.
2. It is important that the fire be fairly large and of sufficient intensity to ensure complete burning of the flag.
3. Place the flag on the fire.
4. The individual(s) can 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 then be safely extinguished and the ashes buried.
6. Please make sure you are conforming to local/state fire codes or ordinances.
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My girl scout troop did a flag retirement one year. It was interesting, though I might have been too young to really "get" it, but it made enough of an impression I still remember it.
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