"Memorial Day Flag Etiquette: Rules and Traditions"
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Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, honors those who have died in American wars. The American flag should be flown at half-staff from sunrise until noon, then raised to full-staff until sunset. This practice is one of six specific occasions for half-staff display, and the flag should be handled with specific etiquette, including brisk raising and ceremonious lowering.
Topics:nation#american-flag#flag-etiquette#memorial-day#national-holidays#national-news#us-department-of-veterans-affairs
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