Can You Fly the American Flag at Night? (Rules and How To)
The Flag Code allows 24/7 display as long as the flag stays properly illuminated after dark. Here is what the rule actually says and how to set it...
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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...
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...
Veterans Day vs Memorial Day: What's the Difference?
Veterans Day celebrates the living who served. Memorial Day mourns those who died in service. Two holidays, two very different purposes. Here's how to tell them apart and...
Memorial Day 2026: History, Traditions, and How to Honor It
Memorial Day 2026 falls on May 25th during America's 250th birthday year. Learn the real history, proper flag protocol, and 7 ways to honor the fallen at home.
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,...
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 Fold an American Flag the Right Way (Step by Step)
The 13-fold triangle isn't just tradition. Each fold has a meaning, and the technique matters more than most people realize. Here's how to fold an American flag correctly,...
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.