The flag of the United States is much more than just red, white, and blue cloth. As the symbol of America, it stands for the past, present, and future of our country. It represents our people, our land, and our many ways of life. Respect the flag and the ideals it represents by handling and dis- playing it correctly.
The flag of the United States may he flown every day and, if it is made of weatherresistant material, in any conditions. A flag is usually flown from sunrise to sunset. The flag should be flown on all national and state holidays, and on other days proclaimed by the president. Show joy and pride in your country by flying the flag at full-staff. Hoist it briskly and lower it slowly. Fly the flag at half-staff to show sorrow and mourning following a national tragedy, the death of a president or other national or state figure, or to honor those who have sacrificed their lives for their country. Hoist the flag to the top of the pole, hold it for an instant, then lower it to a point half the distance between the top and the bottom of the pole. To take it down, first raise the flag back to the top of the pole, then slowly lower it. On Memorial Day, fly the flag at half-staff until noon, then hoist it to full-staff.