How many fly the Flag?

[Muzzleloaderbill]

Was wondering how many flew the american flag. Do you fly it every day or just on a holiday? I don't fly it every day. No flag pole yet. But aways on holidays. I will also put it out next Sunday for 9/11. Just wondering.

 

[Stschil]

Old Glory has an honored place on one of my front porch pillars. She flies day and night (lit appropriately, of course)

 

[Westside]

she flies 24/7 with a state flag below her. she has a light for the nights. and is only take down during severe weather so I don't break the poll and to extend the life of the flags.

 

[Jay]

24, 7, 365

 

[UncleMike]

I've had a flag attached to my front door since 9/11/01.
Under the flag is that date, and the phrase;
"God Bless America"
That flag will continue to be posted there as long as I'm alive!!

 

[jblomenberg16]

24/7/365 here as well, although I will bring it down from time to time for inclement weather as necessary.

 

[Stschil]

24/7/365 here as well, although I will bring it down from time to time for inclement weather as necessary.

That is a really cool Pic with the moon to her lower left.

Here's her sister

 

[K_W]

I have a typical wall mounted angled pole out front on the garage with a 3x5 flag and a 14 foot wooden flagpole with full rigging in back with a 3x5 flag.

I am planning on replacing the garage pole with a 18 ft aluminum flag pole starting on Sept. 11. It will have a 4x6 flag. The garage mount will stay and I will fly the Gadsden on occasions.

 

[lrahm]

Mine's up

 

[UncleMike]

Mine's up

You'd better say "flag is up" otherwise these guys might think you're bragging about taking Viagra.

 

[ZWolf]

She flies 24/7 on the flagpole in the front yard, except for during inclement weather.

Question: A vet' once told me that a streetlight nearby would be sufficient lighting, is this true or is a dedicated spotlight necessary?

 

[Suprtek]

I do fly my flag but not as much as I would like to. I'd love to have a large proper flagpole in the yard with lighting so I could get a nice all weather flag. My next home will have one for sure. Seeing flags displayed improperly or in poor condition is one of my big pet peeves in life.

 

[TopDog]

I fly the flag.

 

[Taylorz71]

Everyday, although I haven't always wanted at times over the last few years. I still love this country and everything that was gained in 1776. Just an angled pole off the front of my house here in my burb house. I pray, fly and flag and own a gun... yikes better get me on a list or something.

 

[Suprtek]

She flies 24/7 on the flagpole in the front yard, except for during inclement weather.

Question: A vet' once told me that a streetlight nearby would be sufficient lighting, is this true or is a dedicated spotlight necessary?

I believe any light source that makes the flag visible at night is technically within protocol, but IMO a dedicated light source would be more respectful.

From the U.S. Flag code:

As a matter of custom, and without specific statutory or official authorization,
the flag is flown at night at many other sites, including the United States Capitol. It
would seem that display of the flag in a respectful manner with appropriate lighting
does not violate the spirit of the Flag Code since the dignity accorded to the flag is
preserved by lighting that prevents its being enveloped in darkness.

http://www.senate.gov/reference/resources/pdf/RL30243.pdf

 

[doglb]

Everyday...24/7!
Semper Fi!

 

[ZWolf]

I believe any light source that makes the flag visible at night is technically within protocol, but IMO a dedicated light source would be more respectful.

From the U.S. Flag code:
http://www.senate.gov/reference/resources/pdf/RL30243.pdf

Thanks. I'll probably look into getting a little spotlight put up before 9/11 to be, as you said, more respectful. What the flag stands for, and all those who gave their lives defending it are worthy of great respect IMHO.

All that my copy of "Flag of the United States-The Living Symbol of our Great Republc" says about lighting is "However, when a patriotic effect is desired, the flag may be displayed 24 hours a day if properly illuminated during the night hours". It's always good to get a second opinion.

 

[Bunnykid68]

I have a giant flag here if someone in Evansville wants it. It is like 8 foot long and heavy duty. Folded improperly but has never touched the ground.

 

[shooter521]

Proudly!

 

[jblomenberg16]

For those that want to look at a good light for keeping their flag illuminated at night, check out this light. We purchased it for the pole we erected at our new home.


Solar Flag Light Information - Valley Forge Flag


The light provides good light at night, but not so bright your neighbors would be concerned, or that would be too much light through an open window.