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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.
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Why is a flag flown upside down and at half mast?
A flag flown upside down is an official signal of distress. A flag flown at half mast, is a mark of respect or mourning.
What is the speciality of 1961?
The speciality of 1961 is that it can be read upside down!
How did Mussolini die shortly before hitlers suicide?
he was hung upside down till he died same with his wife.
Why did civil war soldiers carry their rifles upside down?
they didn't they held them the right way up and fingered your mum with it!!!
What happened in1961 and will not happen again until 6009?
the year read the same upside down as well as right-side up.
How do bats not get headaches upside down?
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Is it illegal to hang the American flag upside down?
It is considered by many people that flying an American flag upside down is a form of desecration against the country. However, this is not an illegal act. Flying the American flag upside down is actually a sign of distress and is treated in such a manner.
When would you fly the American flag upside down?
The American Flag flown upside down is a cry for help. It was mainly used on boats before the era of radio.
When the American flag is flown upside down it's a signal of what?
Any flag flown upside down is a signal of distress.
What does it mean if someone flies the American flag upside down?
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Why does your Pokemon card have an upside down Poke-ball?
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Could a1939 american nickel with monticello stamped upside down be worth anything?
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What is the only navy ship that flies the flag upside down when leaving port?
no ship flies the American flag upside down when leaving port
Why is the American flag flown upside down?
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What Military bases fly the American Flag upside down?
None! Unless under duress.
What does it mean when the American flag is upside down on a flagpole?
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Is there a pineapple upside down cake pan 10 inches round?
There is nothing special about pineapple upside down cake. I've used pie plates for it. Yes, there are 10 round cake pans available.
