By Carol Schreiber
Fulda Free Press staff writer
On Monday night, September 10, members of the Nobles County Legion Council held a most patriotic program in Brewster with the retirement ceremony for many unserviceable United States flags.
At this time of year, the thoughts of many go to the 9-11 attacks. With the 17th anniversary of the event this week, patriotism continues in the forefront, and was shown during the respectful ceremony for flag retirement.
The U.S. Flag Code states that, “the flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.” So, when a flag is torn and tattered beyond repair, the proper etiquette is for it to be retired and burned.
Many flags were retired in such a manner after a ceremony which pointed out how the flags were well used, flown with honor and no longer serviceable.
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