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Old 05-29-2003, 01:34 PM   #1
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I have had a flag in front of my house for a couple of years now and it's time it was retired.

So, what does one do? I can't just put it in the trash. I wouldn't feel right about that.

What's the protocol for retiring an American flag?

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Old 05-29-2003, 01:40 PM   #2
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Towards the bottom of the page: Flag etiquette

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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
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Old 05-29-2003, 02:14 PM   #3
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I think local VFW halls also will accept your flag to be destroyed.

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Old 05-29-2003, 02:28 PM   #4
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Thanks for the replies and the link.

I think I'll take it to our VFW.




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Old 05-29-2003, 02:44 PM   #5
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Take it to any of the national guard or reserve units, sherriffs office, etc. Most of the military unit have an Honor Guard that will retire the flag in style
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Old 05-29-2003, 07:48 PM   #6
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Also: VFW has a whole flag etiquette portion of their website.
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