Why US flags are flying at half-staff on Friday, and the proper way to lower yours
Summary
Flags in the United States are flown at half-staff on certain days as a sign of respect or mourning. There are specific rules for how to lower and raise a flag to the half-staff position properly.Key Facts
- Flying a flag at half-staff is a sign of honor or mourning.
- The flag is first raised all the way to the top of the pole.
- Then, the flag is slowly lowered to a point halfway down the pole.
- To end half-staff, the flag is raised back to the top before being taken down.
- The flag should not touch the ground at any time during the process.
- Half-staff is usually ordered by the President or state governors for certain occasions.
- This practice follows the U.S. Flag Code, which guides flag etiquette.
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