Comment on Red, White and Blue

• FlexibleToast@lemmy.world ⁨17⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago

  The burning after it touches the ground is actually what you’re supposed to do according to the flag code.

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  • seathru@quokk.au ⁨8⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago

    That, I also learned, is a common misconception. Flag code just says pick it up off the ground.

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    • FlexibleToast@lemmy.world ⁨6⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago

      You’re correct

      Contrary to an urban legend, the flag code does not state that a flag that touches the ground should be burned. Instead, the flag should be moved so it is not touching the ground.

      I guess just if it gets tattered you’re supposed to dispose of it properly.

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