The 13 Folds of the American Flag and What Each One Means
The American flag is folded 13 times into a triangle before it is stored or handed to a family at a military funeral. Each fold carries a traditional...
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How to Clean an American Flag the Right Way
Cleaning the American flag is allowed and encouraged by the Flag Code. This guide walks through machine washing, hand washing, mildew removal, and storage, plus the five mistakes...
Flag Day 2026: What It Is and How to Celebrate
Flag Day marks the day Congress adopted the Stars and Stripes in 1777. Here's why June 14 matters, what the flag code says, and how to celebrate in...
How to Fly the American Flag with Other Flags (Rules and Order)
The Flag Code spells out exactly how to display the American flag alongside state flags, thin line flags, and POW/MIA flags. Here are the rules for position of...
American Flag Etiquette: The Complete U.S. Flag Code Guide
The U.S. Flag Code has been federal law since 1942. This guide covers every rule for displaying, folding, and retiring the American flag the right way.
How to Display an American Flag Indoors the Right Way
The Flag Code has specific rules for indoor flag display that most people get wrong. Here's how to hang it on a wall, set up an indoor flagpole,...
How to Retire an American Flag the Right Way
Your flag is faded, frayed, and done. Here are three respectful ways to retire it: a backyard burn ceremony, a free drop-off at your local VFW or American...
When to Fly Your Flag at Half-Staff (Rules and Dates)
Five permanent dates every year require your flag at half-staff. Learn the rules, who can order it, and the correct way to lower and raise your flag.
How to Hang an American Flag on Your House the Right Way
Mount an American flag on your house with the right bracket, clearance, orientation, and Flag Code basics. Get a practical setup checklist for a respectful home display.