Students Trample on Old Glory

[Teresa]

 This just makes me sick.
What is happening to our nation  

http://www.legion.org/vision/currentevents/2008/04/students_trample_on_old_glory.html

[flo]

  this was called an "Art" experiment. 

[Teresa]

I know Flo.. sickening isn't it.

Only those who are ignorant to what sacrificing for your country means would do or allow such a thing in the name of "free speech".  American warriors shed a tear when the ignorant desecrate the very symbol they have pledged their life to when it is trampled or burned or spit upon.
Freedom is not free and there are some who will never understand the meaning of blood shed on a battlefield or the tear shed on a field of stars surrounded by blue supported by stripes of red and white. 
I cannot express how angry this particular show of disrespect makes me.

When I think that Americans struggled, while mortally wounded, to prevent this symbol of our country from even touching the ground during wars fought to protect the 1A and all of our rights, I am enraged.

I know it's just a symbol...but it isn't what is happening to the symbol that angers me, but rather, the disrespect show to all those who fought and died to defend what that symbol stands for.

And this is the future generation of our country?
Shocking!

[Teresa]

Have you ever noticed the honor guard pays meticulous attention to correctly folding the United States of America Flag 13 times? You probably thought it was to symbolize the original 13 colonies, but we learn something new every day!

The 1st fold of the flag is a symbol of life.

The 2nd fold is a symbol of the belief in eternal life.

The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing the ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of the country to attain peace throughout the world.

The 4th fold represents the weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in time of war for His divine guidance

The 5th fold is a tribute to the country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur, 'Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong.'

The 6th fold is for where people's hearts lie. It is with their heart that They pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States Of America , and the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.

The 7th fold is a tribute to its Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed Forces that they protect their country and their flag against all her enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries of their republic.

The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day.

The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and Mothers. For it has been through their faith, their love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the men and women who have made this country great has been molded.

The 10th fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense of their country since they were first born.

The 11th fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.

The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in the Christians eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.

The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost reminding them of their nations motto, 'In God We Trust.'

After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under General George Washington, and the Sailors and Marines who served under Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their comrades and shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for them the rights, privileges and freedoms they enjoy today.

There are some traditions and ways of doing things that have deep meaning. In the future, you'll see flags folded and now you will know why.

This is our symbol of ' Liberty and Freedom.'



MAYBE THE SUPREME COURT SHOULD READ THIS EXPLANATION BEFORE THEY RENDER THEIR DECISION ON THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
IN THE MEANTIME, MAY GOD PROTECT US ALWAYS.
ONE NATION, UNDER GOD, WITH LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL.

[Ole Granny]

How sad.  Breaks my heart to realize there are people this uncaring.  I must give thanks to my mother and father for instilling in me the respect and honor our flag deserves.

[dnalexander]

Teresa your picture of the folded flag is not properly folded. When properly folded a US Flag should be a triangle with only blues and stars showing. I searched the internet to get you a proper picture but am having trouble finding a worthy picture. Since my days as a Boy Scout I have always been a fan of proper flag etiquette. Thanks for posting the meaning of the number of folds in the flag.

David

[Teresa]

http://www.usflag.org/foldflag.html

*When the flag is completely folded, only a triangular blue field of stars should be visible.*
Isn't that what is visible? Maybe from the angle of the camera you can see the sides?

I looked also and found this one that I have on several sites. but couldn't find other ones.
I think if we looked from the top down on the flag shown we would only see the stars .

I will keep looking for a better picture.
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[W. Gray]

It is difficult to properly fold the flag and get it right.

There is supposed to a small part left over which is tucked into the base fold leaving only the blue field showing all around.

I have only seen strac honor guards get it right and that was because they spent all their time practicing.

[Teresa]

I found one... I had to do some fancy work on it..
but...

Is this better?   

[W. Gray]

I have never been able to fold a flag other than what you show.

The red and white is not supposed to show but it looks okay to me and I doubt if anyone would complain.

I would wager that most folded flags look like that.