Our Flag History and Etiquette in Civil Life
A compact history of the United States flag from its 1777 origin in Philadelphia through 1818 reforms, detailing Betsy Ross legends, star and stripe evolution, and Monroe’s 1818 flag arrangement. It covers flag etiquette, half mast on Memorial Day, handling to prevent ground contact, and naval terminology and color guidance.
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United States
Philadelphia
Betsy Ross
Continental Congress
Congress
Vermont
Kentucky
Union
Army
Navy
James Monroe
Monroe
Flag Etiquette and Historical Observations from Tampa Tribune
The piece outlines flag display rules with staff at the left and banners extending right, describes flag anniversaries from Lincoln to Independence Day, and notes salute etiquette and distress signals. It cites historical customs and notes naval and army lack of universal regulations.
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Lexington
Bunker Hill
Saratoga
Yorktown
Army
Navy
Tampa Tribune
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