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How to Retire An American Flag
According to the United States Flag Code when a flag is no longer able to be displayed in a dignified way it is time to retire the flag. When the flag is tattered beyond repair it is time to retire it.
When flying your American flag it is very important to check frequently for dirt, wear and tear. You can wash your flag in cold water and mild detergent to retain its original appearance.
The most appropriate way to retire an American flag is to burn it. Throughout history, burning or cremation has been long considered a dignified way of paying honor to a person or object worthy of respect.
There are many local community organizations that have been properly trained to retire American flags. However the Flag code does not require a specific organization to retire flags, which means that anyone can do it.
When retiring an American Flag, keep these steps in mind:
Step 1: Make sure the flag is burned in a non-public setting.
Step 2: Make sure the event is solemn, dignified, and with respect.
Step 3: Make sure you create a fire sizeable enough to burn the flag in its entirety, but not so large that it will carry bits of the flag off in the wind.
Please note that flags made with synthetic fibers burn quickly and can emit toxic gases, so handle with care.
You can cut the flag into smaller sizes before burning it. First separate the field from the stripes, and then separate the stripes from each other.
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