1 year, 12 months ago
Is it right to display two national flags on Memorial Day?
One of my neighbors had their usual U.S. flag displayed for Memorial Day. But below that, on the same flag pole, was displayed another country's flag, most likely that of his/her national origin. I know there is specific flag protocol, what is it? Is this disrespectful, illegal?
I could see the obvious political implications if, for instance, you displayed a German flag or Japanese flag with the U.S. flag on Memorial Day. What if you are from another country that the U.S. has never been at war with, is it still disrespectful?
I could see the obvious political implications if, for instance, you displayed a German flag or Japanese flag with the U.S. flag on Memorial Day. What if you are from another country that the U.S. has never been at war with, is it still disrespectful?
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It is perfectly alright to display two national flags; but, not on the same pole. It is especially appropriate if the flag was of a nation that was allied with us in WWII or WWI. Many nations were allied with us. However, once a war is over we are generally forgiving of enemies unless they have committed heinous crimes. It would never be proper to fly a Nazi German flag except during battle reenactments.
It is not proper etiquette to fly two nations' flags on the same pole, the flags of multiple nations may not be displayed that way. However, if you don't know what the flag is, it may be a state, city, armed service or other flag which is fine. If they are both national flags they should be flown on separate flagpoles.
If you can describe the flag in detail I may be able to identify it for you, otherwise ask your neighbor. He probably will be glad to explain his hoist.
Most other nations celebrate their Memorial Day on another date, but it is never inappropriate to remember the sacrifices of our allies.
It is not proper etiquette to fly two nations' flags on the same pole, the flags of multiple nations may not be displayed that way. However, if you don't know what the flag is, it may be a state, city, armed service or other flag which is fine. If they are both national flags they should be flown on separate flagpoles.
If you can describe the flag in detail I may be able to identify it for you, otherwise ask your neighbor. He probably will be glad to explain his hoist.
Most other nations celebrate their Memorial Day on another date, but it is never inappropriate to remember the sacrifices of our allies.
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