The flag draped over a soldier's coffin is commonly referred to as a "casket flag" or "flag of honor." It is typically an American flag in the United States, symbolizing the soldier's service and sacrifice. This gesture is a mark of respect and is often part of military funerals to honor the deceased.
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No, the flag at Fort McHenry was not held up by the bodies of dead soldiers. During the Battle of Fort McHenry in 1814, the flag was raised after the British bombardment, symbolizing the fort's successful defense. The iconic image of the flag, later inspiring "The Star-Spangled Banner," represents resilience and victory rather than a grim scene of fallen soldiers.
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The individuals who carry or hold the flag in a war are commonly referred to as "flag bearers" or "standard bearers." Their role is significant as they represent their unit or nation, often serving as a rallying point for troops during battle. The flag is a symbol of pride and morale, making the flag bearer a key figure in maintaining the spirit of the soldiers.
If its the US Flag, it goes with the Stars section over the top left corner of the coffin, where the heart is.
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A coffin pall can vary in type, style and meaning. Some are adorned with symbols, such as a crucifix, a veterans honour, etc., or may be a national flag. In this description, imagine standing at the foot of the coffin, with the deceased's head pointing towards the altar. If you were placing a flag, such as the Union Jack, as the pall atop the coffin, the top of the flag would be draping over the right side of the coffin. The bottom of the flag would be draping over the left side of the coffin. Imagining as an example, an american flag, the stars on the flag would be at the top, right-hand, side of the coffin, and the stripes would run the length of the coffin from top to bottom. If you were placing a pall which has embroidery of a crucifix, etc., the top of the crucifix would be atop the coffin, with the bottom of the crucifix facing towards you (the foot) of the coffin and the transept of the cross being at the head of the coffin. A non-quadrilateral, or smaller flag, such as the Nepalese flag, would be displayed with the top of the flag facing towards the head of the coffin and bottom towards the foot. The flag which may contain grommets for flying, would be over the left side of the coffin.
Yes, if a Nazi soldier or Waffen-SS was killed in action and received his full military honors, he would be buried with a Nazi Flag (featuring the Swastika) draped over his coffin, much like fallen American soldiers.
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The US flag is usually draped over the coffin of a deceased who has served the country (Those who served in military, president, ect). before lowering the coffin for burial, the flag is folded and given to the closest kin of the deceased.
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Military, presidents, and former presidents for sure. The law does not forbid anyone from draping the flag over a coffin.
you normally only do this when the person who died was part of the armed forces. It is supposed to be an honor.