In general, it is considered disrespectful for any national flag, including the English flag, to touch the ground. Flags are symbols of pride and should be treated with respect and dignity. If a flag does come into contact with the ground, it is often customary to properly clean or replace it to honor its significance.
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You are not suppose to let it touch the ground, however, I have never heard where it had to be destroyed if it did.
You burn it.
The American flag should never touch the ground, floor, or any object below it.
It can never touch the ground if it does you have to burn it or we take your food!
The rules are 1The flag is never to touch the floor or ground
Do not let the flag touch the ground....If you do you have to burn it.
Because once the flag is soiled it must be burned.
The US flag, never let it touch the ground.
A flag is a symbol of national pride in many countries. A flag should never touch the ground because it is a symbol for defeat and filth.
When a Canadian flag touches the ground, it is generally considered disrespectful and a violation of flag etiquette. According to Canadian guidelines, the flag should always be treated with dignity and should not be allowed to touch the ground or any other surface that could be seen as degrading. If a flag does touch the ground, it is customary to properly clean it and, if necessary, retire it respectfully.
People who raise and lower ANY national flag won't let it touch ground. Particularly so if they are servicemen of that country. This is an international sign of respect for the flag you serve under, not just American.