How to properly retire an American Flag

Sep 12, 2019 2:51 AM PDT

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SUMMARY

The American flag, also lovingly known as “the Stars and Stripes” and “Old Glory,” is one of the most famous patriotic symbols in the world. Over the years, it’s been modified to reflect our country’s growth and waves triumphantly across our g…

Members of the Dover Air Force Base Honor Guard prepare the American flag by properly folding during a retreat ceremony.

Lt. Earl Wilson, from the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) places an unserviceable American flag into the fire during an American flag retirement ceremony.