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Proper flag etiquette is that when an object is stationary the union is in the upper left corner. When an object is apt to be in motion (such as an airplane or person) the union leads in the direction of travel. Therefore, if the patch is on the left shoulder, or left side of the tail, the union is in the upper left. Conversely, if on the right side, the union goes to the upper right.
This is an unwritten rule, aside from the military context of formal regulation as in AR670-1. Many police officers are veterans, and the progressive ones realize the importance of portraying the flag as moving forward; forward progress, moving forward, leading, etc.
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What is unusual about the flag patch on many us army uniforms?
Many people falsely believe the flag is worn backwards. When a soldier deploys to a combat zone, they wear the flag on the right sleeve. The stars always point towards the battle - i.e., the front.
What flag is raised first the American flag or you battalion flag?
American flag
Which flag should be larger the Texas flag or the American flag?
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There is no American flag. Each country has its own.
If you buy an American flag that was made in China is it an American flag?
Yes. An American flag is an American flag it doesn't matter where it was made. Understand that there is a major China-US relationship which is why we buy American flags from China. It is cheaper than producing them domestically.
Why would an American flag be backwards on a police car?
Depending on which way it's facing. The Stars of the flag should be moving forward.
Is a backwards flag wrong?
I heard its backwards cause during the civil war..the cavalry would ride into battle with the American flag and with the direction of the horse and the wind,the flag appears backwards.that's why the troops wear it backwards.for pride
Why the American special forces have an upside down flag on their shoulders?
If the soldier were carrying a flag, the flag would appear "backwards" when viewed from the soldier's right. Thus, the right side patch is backwards. It's the same reason that the flag is painted backwards on the right side of airplanes and other vehicles.
Why is the American flag patch wore backwards?
The flag is worn with the appearance of being backwards on soldiers RIGHT arm to symbolize early American armies which had a flag carrier holding our flag high (which looks backwards from one side while correct from the other). The backwardsflag signifies this and gives the perception that every soldier is carrying a flag. Left arm patches are correctly laid. It is worn backwards to make it look like a soldier is marching into the wind carrying a flag and the wind is blowing into the flag. I hope this is more understanding. This is the same reason for astronauts.
When did the American flag patch go onto soldiers arms backwards?
"Forward deployed"
What is unusual about the flag patch on many us army uniforms?
Many people falsely believe the flag is worn backwards. When a soldier deploys to a combat zone, they wear the flag on the right sleeve. The stars always point towards the battle - i.e., the front.
What do the San Diego Padres have a backwards American flag on their jerseys?
Because in military use, ie. on uniforms, planes, tanks, etc, the flag is pictured so that the stars always lead (as if it were flying from a pole that you were carrying with you).The camouflage uniforms are a a military tribute and since the patch is on the right sleeve it is situated in reverse. If it was on the left sleeve it would look the way you are used to seeing it.
Why is the American flag brown on soldiers uniforms?
It is unwise to dress soldiers in uniforms which display bright colours. Soldiers don't need to be displayed as targets; this is not good military practice. This is why most soldiers' uniforms are khaki or camouflage coloured.
Is it illegal to display a confederate flag?
No, it is not illegal to display a Confederate flag. It is a form of protected speech under the first amendment. However, if the purpose of the flag is to instill rebellion, initiate racial hatred or violence, or to oppress a minority, that is an actionable offense. That is why the flag can be banned from schools, police uniforms, etc.
What does it mean if a flag is flown backwards -?
In wartime the flag is worn backwards to show advancement.. take the flag and put it on a flag-pole and run at the enemy.. it flies backwards.. Hope this helped Flying the flag upsidedown is a sign of duress. The idea being that your enemies would not know which side was up but your friends would and would come to your aid.
Why is the American flag backwards on soldiers shoulders?
The flag is not really 'backwards' on their shoulders, the flag is 'flying' forward as they move forward. Note also it is only worn on the right shoulder. "The U.S. flag embroidered insignia is worn so that the star field faces forward, or to the flags' own right. When worn in this manner, the flag is facing to the observers right and gives the effect of the flag flying in the breeze as the wearer moves forward." per military code.
Who ordered the backwards flag?
The flag is not worn backwards but is worn, "facing home." This is a regulation that was ordered by the Department of the U.S. Army, Army regulation 670-1.
