Flag Etiquette

Celebrity Profiles

The American flag with a black line typically appears as a thin black stripe added to the red and white stripes. This modification is not part of the official U.S. Flag Code, wh...

etiquette

Displaying a flag vertically requires specific rules to preserve its intended appearance and respect the symbols it represents. Unlike flying a flag horizontally, vertical displ...

flag-etiquette

When hanging a flag vertically, the most common and widely accepted practice is to orient the flag so the canton (the upper corner near the flag staff) sits in the upper hoist (...

government-and-civic

A half mast calendar is a reference tool that shows when flags should be flown at half staff, helping organizations, officials, and the public follow consistent protocols. These...

flags

An American flag with black stripes and one blue stripe is a variant design that typically retains the familiar stars and white stripes while replacing some or all white stripes...

civic-symbolism

The U.S. Flag Code is a federal advisory standard that describes how the American flag should be displayed, handled, and retired with respect. While not strictly a criminal law,...

symbols

The 13-star flag reflects the original number of states that ratified the U.S. Constitution. This design represents the first union of former British colonies formed into a new...

Guides And Explainers

Flags are flown at half staff on specific days to honor the memory of individuals and acknowledge national grief. In the United States, the president, the secretary of defense,...

symbolism

The image of the American flag enclosed in a triangle or box appears in specific formal contexts, most commonly associated with military funeral honors. When presented this way,...

civic-etiquette

Displaying the U.S. flag with respect follows a consistent set of practices that do not change with passing trends. This guide presents widely recognized standards and practical...