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See the Colorful Flags That the Patriots Unfurled as They Fought in the American Revolution
At the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia, a new exhibition has gathered together 17 historic flags that ...
Trump issues proclamation for flags to be at half-staff ahead of Pope Francis' interment
Pope Francis died on Monday, April 21. American flags are to be flown at half-staff until the day of interment. Here's what ...
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Trump orders flags to half staff for Pope Francis. What are the rules for the US flag
President Donald Trump on Monday, April 21, ordered flags to be flown at half-staff as a “mark of respect for the memory” for ...
When are flags allowed to be ordered at half-staff? What the law says
In the case of Pope Francis, “the president may order the flag to be flown at half-staff to mark the death of other officials, former officials, or foreign dignitaries,” according to the VA. “In ...
Why are the flags flying at half-staff this week in Wisconsin?
U.S. flags typically fly at half-staff in the wake of national tragedies or after deaths of government officials, military ...
Why U.S. Flags Are at Half-Staff
United States President Donald Trump and the White House issued a proclamation declaring that all American flags should be ...
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Man replaces Pride, donor flags at City Hall with "Appeal to Heaven" flag
Video captured by Casey Whalen shows David Pettinger executing the "Mission Impossible" style political caper wearing clear ...
Why are flags flying at half-staff in Tennessee? Death of Pope Francis prompts period of mourning
According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website, flags are flown at half-staff on scheduled holidays and events ...