Displaying The Flag
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Do’s
The American flag should normally be displayed only from sunrise to sunset. But in wartime, a flag may be displayed at night if properly illuminated.
In general, no other flag or pennant should be placed above the U.S. flag.
In inclement weather, only an all-weather flag should be displayed.
When a flag is no longer in fit condition for display, it should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.
In a parade, the flag should always be carried aloft and free, never be carried flat or horizontally.
Don’ts
The flag should never be used as wearing apparel, bedding or drapery.
The flag should not touch the ground, floor, water or merchandise.
The flag should never be used as a receptable for holding or carrying anything.
The flag should not be used for advertising purposes.
When hung horizontally or vertically, the union (blue field) should be uppermost and to the left.
When displayed from a staff the union should be at the peak.
SOURCE: Public Law 94-344. 94th Congress, S.J. Res. 49
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