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An "all weather flag" can be displayed in all weather according to the U.S. Flag Code. However, it must be lighted after dark. Out of respect for the flag it is best to remove the flag from its pole during weather that could damage it.
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Is it wrong to display the US flag at night?
From Wikipedia, "The United States Flag Code," "Ordinarily, it should be displayed only between sunrise and sunset, although the Flag Code permits nighttime display "when a patriotic effect is desired." Similarly, the flag should be displayed only when the weather is fair, except when an all-weather flag is displayed. (By Presidential proclamation and law, the flag is displayed contiunously at certain locations like the United States Marine Corps Memorial in Arlington and Lexington Green." "The flag should be illuminated if displayed at night." Reference: http://www.answers.com/topic/united-states-flag-code, "Displaying the flag outdoors," paragraphs 7 and 8.
Can the olympic flag fly higher then the American flag?
Of course it can. All you have to do is attach it to a taller flag pole.Another View: (in the US) No. The rules of flag etiquette of the United states deem that when displayed along with other flags on a single pole, the US flag should be displayed at the highest position on the pole, and when in a grouping of multiple flagpoles, the US flag should be displayed higher than any other flag. These flag rules apply only in the US and its territories, of course, other nations may have differing rules.
Why were the us flags taken down when it's about rain?
According to protocol, the US Flag should be taken down during poor weather, unless the flag is made of an all-weather, durable material. Also, the US Flag is to be taken down after dark and before dawn, unless there are lights shining on the US Flag at night.
When can the US Flag be displayed properly with the Union down?
A flag flying upside down is an order for any and all U.S. Military that happens to pass that way to stop and help
On what holidays should the US flag be displayed?
The flag should be displayed on all national holidays (Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, and others).
How should the us flag be displayed on the wall from crossed staffs?
I would put the staffs in an 'X' then put the flag over them
When displayed with other flags where should the flag of the US be?
If you are within the USA, the USA flag should be the highest flag. If you are not in the USA, the local national flag should be the highest.
If the US flag is displayed with flags of other countries What size should they be?
All national flags should be at the same height, and the same size.
Where is the US flag located in the United States?
In the United States there is NO official location of the US Flag. The flag is displayed in governmental buildings, offices, private homes, schools, and businesses, in public places and on private property, in churches, temples, synagogues and other places of worship. The US flag is often displayed on cars and trucks, bicycles and motorcycles, toys and clothing.
Can the US flag be displayed at night?
Yes it can as long as it is illuminated. Contrary to most beliefs, the flag can even be displayed in the rain or other inclement weather as long as the flag is made of a weatherproof material. These and other rules are set forth in Title 4 United States Code Chapter 1 to 5.
What is a garrison flag?
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
Why does an American flag have to have a light shining on it at night?
The US Flag Code specifically states "the flag may be displayed 24 hours a day if properly illuminated during the hours of darkness."
