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Its called putting it at half mast. Usually they do it when someone important dies. When the poep died, I know that they do that for him.

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Is the American flag supposed to be flown higher than other flags?

This will all depend on which flag is flying alongside or below the American flag. If being flown with flags of other nations, they should all be raised to the same height and are never to be flown on the same pole. If being flown with a state, city or organizational flag, the US flag will fly above the other flag in a larger size. On most standard sized flagpoles, the American flag will be a 3'x5' flag and the other flag will be a 2'x3' flag. If the US flag is flying along a different flag on separate flagpoles, the flags can be of equal height but the US flag will then need to fly on the extreme left of the other flags. This left side is known to be a prominent flag. When flown with flagpoles displaying non-national flags, the American flag will be raised first and lowered last. There is a link below.


Where should the US flag be when its flown with other flags?

If the flag is in a group of flags (on separate poles) it should be in the center and higher up than the rest of the flags. If it's on it's own pole it should be above the rest of the flags and at least the same size as any other flags on it's pole, if not larger.


What are the rules for flying an American flag at night?

The rules for taking the flag down at night for a civilian are different than for the military. A civilian must take down a flag before dark if there is no light shining on the flag pole. The flag can be folded but it must never touch the ground. Many people choose to roll their flags to prevent creases.


What is the top flag at the top of the pole?

the county flag becouse there ar always three flags ona pole 1st the ountry flag thenstate flag3rd is the city flag


Which flag should be larger the Texas flag or the American flag?

According to the US Flag Code, the US Flag should be larger in size and (if flying on the same pole), at the top of the pole. If flying the American flag with a state flag, the American flag needs to be on a taller pole than the state flag and displayed on the flag's right side. If flying them on poles of equal size, then flying the American flag on the flag's right side is correct.

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What is the name of the position of the flag when it is flown midway up the pole?

When the flag is at "Half-mast" then this is an indication of distress , respect or mourning .


When a public figure dies at what position on the flag pole is the flag flown?

It is flown at half-mast (half staff), in which the flag is raised to the top, and then lowered, when being put up or taken down.


When a public figure dies what position on the flag pole is the flag flown?

It is flown at half-mast (half staff), in which the flag is raised to the top, and then lowered, when being put up or taken down.


When a public figure dies what position on a flag pole is the flag flown?

It is flown at half-mast (half staff), in which the flag is raised to the top, and then lowered, when being put up or taken down.


Why should a flag not be flown in a thunder storm?

Possibly because the pole can act as a conductor.


Where is the U.S. flag flown on the same pole and halyard with flags of other states or cities?

The U.S. flag should be at the top


What is a halfmast flag called?

A nation's flag may be flown half way up a flag pole as a symbol of respect, mourning, or distress.


What is a jackstaff on a ship?

The jack is the spar pole on the bow of a ship, where the Union Jack or other Jack (a type of flag is flown).


If the Irish flag flies beside another flag in Ireland why does the Irish flag fly higher?

It is protocol for handling the Irish flag in Ireland. The same applies in many countries with national flags. An Irish flag flying in another country would not be flown highest, whereas the flag of that country might be. It is the national flag of Ireland, so it is of greater importance than any other flag in Ireland, and so it is flown higher than other flags.


How To Display the American Flag?

The American flag should be displayed with pride and dignity. It can be flown on a pole or hung in an appropriate place. It should not touch the ground, or be set on fire, or be stepped upon.


Is the American flag supposed to be flown higher than other flags?

This will all depend on which flag is flying alongside or below the American flag. If being flown with flags of other nations, they should all be raised to the same height and are never to be flown on the same pole. If being flown with a state, city or organizational flag, the US flag will fly above the other flag in a larger size. On most standard sized flagpoles, the American flag will be a 3'x5' flag and the other flag will be a 2'x3' flag. If the US flag is flying along a different flag on separate flagpoles, the flags can be of equal height but the US flag will then need to fly on the extreme left of the other flags. This left side is known to be a prominent flag. When flown with flagpoles displaying non-national flags, the American flag will be raised first and lowered last. There is a link below.


Why should a flag not be flown during a thunderstorm and tornado?

Flying a flag during a thunderstorm and tornado can be dangerous as the metal pole can attract lightning, increasing the risk of a lightning strike. Additionally, strong winds associated with these weather events can damage the flag and its pole. It is safer to wait until the weather conditions have improved before flying a flag again.