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Flying the Flag? Follow Code to Show Respect

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Monday, June 29, 2015   

INDIANAPOLIS - Flags are popping up all over Indiana as the Fourth of July approaches. But there are some important dos and don'ts to consider before flying Old Glory.

The U.S. Flag Code became public law in 1942 and specifies the exact rules for use and display of the flag. Mike Buss, deputy director with the American Legion in Indianapolis, says above all people need to show respect for the flag.

"Hopefully they're flying their flag and if they've been flying it give pause to look up, remember what that flag means," says Buss. "It represents our country and of course everyone has their own opinion, their own thoughts as to what the flag means to them. If you ask 20 people I venture to guess you'll get 20 different answers. "

Buss says it's OK to fly a flag in the rain, as long as it's an all weather flag, and at night, the flag needs proper illumination. He adds the flag should never be displayed if it is tattered, torn or faded. If a flag becomes no longer serviceable, it can be given to the American Legion to be destroyed during a disposal ceremony.

Buss says it's okay to use paper plates and balloons or even wear clothing with the pattern of the flag on it. But he says the actual American Flag should never be used in that way.

"If you don't use the flag you're fine. If you decide you want to take the flag and make it into a bikini or worse yet I've seen articles where people use the flag as a tablecloth. That's a real no-no; you shouldn't do that," he says.

Flag code also covers patriotic customs, such as etiquette during the national anthem. All people present are expected to face the flag, remove their hat, and place their right hand over their heart. Buss adds misusing the flag is considered a breach of flag code, but there are no penalties or fines.



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