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Retreat is played during the lowering of the colors(flag). TAPS(Lights Out) is not.
20x38 ft US flag it is raised at all military bases on special occasions and Sundays otherwise the post flag is flown it is 10x19ft and in severe weather the storm flag 5x9.6
When flying both the American and a Military Branch flag together you will always have the American Flag above the Military Flag.
A military flag is a typical rectangle flag. Each branch of the service has their own flag, so get the right one. Contact your local Am-Vets or nearest military organization for more information.
I am pretty sure that there are websites that will give you tons of information on military flag etiquette. I think there may even be a few books about how to display military flags.
(THIS MAKES NO SENSE)To the Colors is played when the Flag is lowered Retreat is played on military bases with the lowering of the COLORS(FLAG).
Retreat is played during the lowering of the colors(flag). TAPS(Lights Out) is not.
the flag is raised and lowered when you first walk in the flag is raised and lowered when you first walk in
The flag has never been lowered! Because it is such a wonderful falg
if the U.S. flag is used to cover a casket at a funeral can the flag be lowered into the grave?
None! Unless under duress.
20x38 ft US flag it is raised at all military bases on special occasions and Sundays otherwise the post flag is flown it is 10x19ft and in severe weather the storm flag 5x9.6
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Yes, military personnel in uniform typically salute the flag when indoors. However, there are specific situations and protocols for saluting the flag indoors, such as during ceremonies or when the flag is being presented or lowered. The exact procedures and guidelines may vary based on the branch of the military and specific circumstances.
The only one that 'can't' be lowered is flying on the moon. With proper lighting, any American flag can be flown around the clock.
Hoisting the flag during a sports meet is a way to show respect and honor to the country. It is lowered after the game because this is a respectful way to treat the flag. It is said that the flag should be lowered at the end of the day.
The military bases played the game first.