When a flag is flown all the way up the flagpole, it typically signifies that the flag is at full mast, indicating normal conditions or the absence of mourning. In many contexts, it represents pride, celebration, or the honoring of the flag’s symbolism. Conversely, lowering a flag to half-mast generally indicates mourning or remembrance for a significant event or loss.
Cos the Americans are to stupid to realise it goes up all the way.
A nation's flag may be flown half way up a flag pole as a symbol of respect, mourning, or distress.
An American flag or for that matter any flag flown upside-down is considered a sign of distress... US Code:T36 Ch10.176 (a) The flag should never be displayed with the union down, except as a signal of dire distress in instances of extreme danger to life or property. Opinions: Mutiny, piracy, sinking, coup, rebellion of the people/government. The fact that any flag flown upside-down means distress is not the whole story however... flags flown upside-down can and are used as a form of protest. The flag is a symbol of control and superiority. The use of such in any other way is considered "desecration."
In my opinion, I believe that it means we stand strong. We did that in battle and the flag stood there, all the way.
The flag should be flown on Memorial Day because displaying the flag on this holiday we have set aside to remember the more than one million men and women who have died in defense of our Nation.
You should show respect for your country's flag because it is your country's highest and most recognizable symbol, and the way you treat it is representative of your attitude towards your country. Obviously is you have no respect for your country, traditions, culture and history, you have no reason to show any special respect for your flag over any other piece of cloth, but if you have respect for your country, treating the flag appropriately is a manifestation of that. Flag etiquette varies somewhat from country to country, but the basics are that the flag should not touch the ground, should be kept in good repair, flown the right way up, and flown at the same height as all other national flags.
Hail is another way if honoring the flag and all that it stands for.
Hail is another way if honoring the flag and all that it stands for.
Hail is another way if honoring the flag and all that it stands for.
Whilst the Union Flag has never been officially adopted by law as the national flag of the UK, it has become so by usage (which can count for a lot in the British constitutional/legal system) and the government has stated it is the correct flag for use by British citizens. Afloat though, the Union Flag has been reserved by the United Kingdom government for specific, military purposes. It is the jack of the Royal Navy and the flag of rank for an Admiral of the Fleet. These are the reasons why it is illegal for a civilian ship to fly it. A First Sea Lord will inevitably hold the rank of Admiral and it is therefore considered that the Union Flag would be flown from the bow jack-stay with the Royal Navy white ensign at the stern when alongside. When under-way a St. Georges flag as an Admirals ensign would additionally be flown from the main-mast.
Flag is used for your own convenience. If you flag it, it's like bookmarking it. It can mean to go back to it, to remember it, or to flag it as inappropriate. Either way, you use it to your own will.
You should show respect for your country's flag because it is your country's highest and most recognizable symbol, and the way you treat it is representative of your attitude towards your country. Obviously is you have no respect for your country, traditions, culture and history, you have no reason to show any special respect for your flag over any other piece of cloth, but if you have respect for your country, treating the flag appropriately is a manifestation of that. Flag etiquette varies somewhat from country to country, but the basics are that the flag should not touch the ground, should be kept in good repair, flown the right way up, and flown at the same height as all other national flags.