How to Properly Dispose of an A
- The Meaning of the Flag
The American Flag is more than cloth; it represents “freedom, sacrifice, coming together, history.”
When it wears out, it deserves proper retirement, not just disposal in the trash.
- Why Proper Disposal Matters
Treat the flag with respect. Throwing it away cheapens its symbolism.
“Anything with that significance, how you dispose of it matters.”
Rituals ensure honor and recognition for its meaning.
- Ways to Retire a Flag
Donate for repurposing: Flags become quilts, clothes, or memorial items.
Local drop boxes: Post offices or city halls often handle ceremonial disposal.
Flag burning ceremonies: Done respectfully, often on Flag Day, with ashes buried.
- Respect and Connection
No matter the method, the goal is the same: honor the flag and what it stands for.
“The proper retirement of an old flag is less about the flag, and more about what it stands for: freedom, resilience, oneness.”
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