Retired US Flag Collection Point

The United States of America flag has a very long history, and many men and women have given the highest sacrifice by defending and honoring our nation’s most iconic symbol of freedom. Because of what the US Flag symbolizes, the need to honor it is of utmost importance and respect.

 

As a local business in Dunn NC that is owned and operated by a US  Air Force Veteran, the US flag holds a deep and valued meaning.

 

Rules on how to property fly the US Flag were started in 1923.  Our US government created the Flag Code, which says that “the flag represents a living country and is itself considered a living thing.”

 

Being considered a living thing, the disposal of the US Flag is something that is to be done in a dignified manner.  To simply throw it in the trash or to burn it without the proper respect that is due our flag would be unworthy of the symbol it represents. Below is how to properly dispose of the flag.

Flag Disposal

The flag should be folded in its customary manner.

2. It is important that the fire be fairly large and of sufficient intensity to ensure complete burning of the flag.

3. Place the flag on the fire.

4. The individual(s) can come to attention, salute the flag, recite the Pledge of Allegiance and have a brief period of silent reflection.

5. After the flag is completely consumed, the fire should then be safely extinguished and the ashes buried.

6. Please make sure you are conforming to local/state fire codes or ordinances.

If you don’t want to do it yourself, no problem. That’s why we have become a collection point for your retired or tattered US Flags.

Feel free to bring your US Flag to our office in Dunn and we will properly dispose of it for you.

Question, call us at 910-891-7081