Section 2 : Flags Flashcards
How Should an Unserviceable flag be destroyed?
In a Dignified manner , preferably burned
What are three flagpole heights on which the National Flag is Flown?
50, 60 and 70 Feet
Why does the flag have 50 stars?
Because there is 1 for each 50 states
What is the name of the national anthem?
The Star Spangle Banner
Why does the flag have 13 stripes?
Because there were 13 original colonies and the stripes represent the original colonies.
How is the flag raised to the half-staff position and lowered at the end of the day?
-In the Morning it is hoisted to the top of the staff and then lowered to the half-staffed position. -At the end end of the day, it is again hoisted to the top of the Staff before being lowered for the day.
What are the sizes of the following types of flags and when would you fly them?
-Storm Flag : 9’ 6” x 5’ , Flown in Inclement weather -Post Flag : 17 x 8’ 11 3/8 “ , Normal Duty Days -Garrison Flag : 38’ x 20 ‘ , Flown on holidays and important occasions
What does the color Red, White , and Blue stand for
-Red : For Hardness and valor -White : For Purity and Innocence -Blue : For Vigilance , Perseverance , and Justice
What is Union Jack?
Flag with 50 stars and no stripes
Where is the U.S. flown at night
-The White House -The United States Capitol in Washington DC -The tomb of the unknown soldier -Fort Mc Henery National Monument -The Moon -Arlington National Cemetery -Battleship USS Arizona Pearl Harbor -Francis Scott Key’s Grave -Flag House Square, Baltiomore, MD
How many stripes does the American Flag have? How many of each colors are there?
Thirteen (13) Stripes : Seven red and six white
When Can the American flag be flow upside down?
The you want to alert someone or during an emergency
What is the birthday of the U.S. Flag?
14 June 1777
When may the Flag be displayed 24hours a day if it is properly illuminated during the hours of darkness?
When A patriotic effect is desired
When was the Current 50 star Flag Adopted?
04 July 1960
When draped over a Casket, what position should the flag be in?
With the Union over the deceased’s left shoulder
What is the proper procedure of showing respect to the flag when it is being raised if you are in uniform?
Upon the first note of the National Anthem or To The Colors, all personal in uniform who aren’t in in formation should stand and face the flag ( Or sound of the Music if flag isn’t visible) and salute. Hold Salute until last note of the Music. In addition , all vehicle’s in motion should come to a stop on the first note of the music , and the occupants should sit quietly until the music ends.
