SFC Private RallyPoint Member 234567 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>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? 2014-09-09T17:59:49-04:00 SFC Private RallyPoint Member 234567

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>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?

2014-09-09T17:59:49-04:00 2014-09-09T17:59:49-04:00 LT Jessica Kellogg 234661

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>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.

2014-09-09T19:01:45-04:00 2014-09-09T19:01:45-04:00 PO1 Private RallyPoint Member 234675

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>If you're unsure of what has to happen - here's what the VFW has as the proper etiquette:<br /><br />FLAG DISPOSAL:<br />1. The flag should be folded in its customary manner. <br />2. It is important that the fire be fairly large and of sufficient intensity to ensure complete burning of the flag.<br />3. Place the flag on the fire.<br />4. The individual(s) can come to attention, salute the flag, recite the Pledge of Allegiance and have a brief period of silent reflection.<br />5. After the flag is completely consumed, the fire should then be safely extinguished and the ashes buried.<br />6. Please make sure you are conforming to local/state fire codes or ordinances.

2014-09-09T19:08:02-04:00 2014-09-09T19:08:02-04:00 SGT J Edward Canfield 443045

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>The protocol for a service member is the same as any other U.S. citizen. With the only difference is you may salute instead of placing your hand over your heart. There are many different ceremonies out there for flag retirement all are good as long as they follow the US 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. - See more at: <a target="_blank" href="http://codes.lp.findlaw.com/uscode/4/1/8#sthash.SEYSOlTs.dpuf">http://codes.lp.findlaw.com/uscode/4/1/8#sthash.SEYSOlTs.dpuf</a>

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