Flag Etiquette

A flag is a symbol. It represents sovereignty and a certain degree of loyalty and as such should be stored with respect.

The Michigan state flag is rectangular in size and contains a shield, a moose and an elk. It is blue in color. According to Millard Fillmore's Bathtub, Michigan's flag is folded the same way as...

In accord with its stated purpose of insuring that its national flag is accorded "reverence and respect...at all times," Philippine national law specifies exactly how one must display and handle...

Proper treatment of the U.S. flag has become the cause of much controversy during the past few decades, as the needs of the 1st Amendment clash with the desire to honor and respect the ideals for...

Just like all national flags, the Confederate flag requires certain etiquette when folding it. The Stars and Bars are a symbol for the Confederate States of America and the dreams of many for a...

U.S. military custom dictates that the U.S. flag is lowered daily. Servicemen and/or women then fold Old Glory into the shape of a triangular hat similar to the ones worn by colonial soldiers in...

Triangle folding any flag is not only the proper thing to do but shows good flag etiquette and pride in your state or country. All flags should be shown great respect, and folding a flag is a good...

Folding the American flag properly exhibits decorum and respect.