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Tag Archives: POW/MIA

04.16
2013

Holly Hill to Fine Veterans Group for Displaying American and Military flags

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A non-profit veterans group is now being fined for flying their American and military flags outside their headquarters building. In Valusia County, Florida, the city of Holly Hill issued a warning to the local veterans group for displaying military flags in front of their headquarters late last week. The flags are in violation of a new city ordinance that requires a $25 permit per flag and a $1 fee per flag every day it’s displayed. Ever after the warning from the city, leader of the group Eddie Colosimo said the flags will not come down. He also said, “There are men and women out there, fighting for them all over this world, and I want people to remember that and recognize it.” Colosimo is very passionate about helping veterans and always pays his respects with the seven flags he flies outside his veterans’ non-profit organization. Colosimo is determined to keep flying his flags. He believes it’s not fair for anyone to tell him he cannot fly the American flag, POWMIA flag, or any military flag and has no plans to take any of them down. Colosimo has support from his community, including that of chairman Jason Davis, who is also … Keep Reading...

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04.10
2013

POW-MIA Flag to Fly Year-Round in Montana

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In Helena, Montana, the governor issued a statement saying the POW-MIA flag will now fly year-round. In Helena, Montana, the Governor Steve Bullock made a bold move last week that will put the POW-MIA flag front and center in his city for 365 days of the year. Bullock chose the state capitol building as the prime location to fly the black and white flag, which honors all prisoners of war and those soldiers never found. In a special press conference announcing the new flag addition, Lieutenant Governor John Walsh also made a statement to the media. He says the POW-MIA flag will continue proudly waving until every single unaccounted and missing armed forces member is found and returned home. Walsh also hopes that every time people look up and see the flag they will be reminded of all the sacrifices that have been made for this nation. At this time in our nation, there are over 83,000 missing service personnel. This number includes all past wars the United States was involved in. If you want a POW-MIA or American flag for your home or business, check out CVSFlags.com for special offers on shipping. They also specialize in large, commercial-grade flags … Keep Reading...

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02.20
2013

Utah Bill Requires POW/MIA Flag to Fly on Six Holidays

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A bill requiring the POW/MIA flag to fly on six national holidays passes the Utah House committee In Salt Lake City, a bill unanimously passed that requires the POW/MIA flag to fly above the state capital building along with the American flag on six national holidays. The flag honors prisoners of war and soldiers missing in actions. Rep. John Westwood said, “Forty-eight Utah men and women are currently missing in action. We need to recognize these people.” Originally, the bill required all government building in Utah to fly the POW/MIA flag on Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Veterans Day and National POW/MIA Recognition Day. However, a substitute bill that eventually passed the House calls for only four locations at the Capitol to fly the POW/MIA flag below the American flag and Utah flag on the six holidays. Other citizens from the state also voiced their support for the bill. Joe Call had all three of his sons serve in Iraq, his brother served in Vietnam, as well as his father who served in World War II. He believes, “Too many times the POWs are forgotten and I think this would be a great way to acknowledge these people.” … Keep Reading...

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01.30
2013

Peace Officer Encourages Correct Flag Etiquette

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One man travels his county collecting worn flags and spreading correct flag etiquette procedures. Jackie Williams proudly flies two flags from a single pole in his front yard. The stars and stripes wave highest, while exactly 10 inches below flies the POW/MIA flag, honoring any veteran that went missing or was captured during war. Proper flag protocol is an issue this Army vet feels very strongly about and wishes everyone would follow the correct procedures set forth in the U.S. Flag Code. From Kentucky, Williams travels the county of Henderson serving legal papers. While out, he continually notes the American flag conditions he comes across, too many of which are a sorry sight. “I have found flags hanging from a corner. I have found flags hanging upside down and flags in such disrepair that there was really nothing left,” recalled Williams. Flags with long rips and missing pieces are beyond repair and require a suitable retirement. Jackie will not hesitate to knock on a door and ask for the owner’s permission to remove the flag when he witnesses such terrible conditions. The majority of the time, home and business owners’ do not have a problem with him doing this. In … Keep Reading...

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01.03
2013

Nevada VA Clinic Honors Veterans and the Flag

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Veterans Administration Health Clinic holds third annual flag-raising ceremony The Veteran’s Administration Health Clinic honored the stars and stripes by holding their third annual flag-raising and wreath-laying ceremony. They also gave a special thank you to all veterans, both past, present and future, who vowed to honor and protect the United States’ most visible and enduring symbol, Old Glory. Prior to any speeches, Spc. Tim Hall raised both the U.S. and POW-MIA flags high in the air for all to see. Hall grew up in Hawthorne, Nevada and was assigned to the 173rd Brigade Support Battalion of Bamber, Germany. Hall experienced a life-altering injury when his brigade was attacked, eventually leading to the amputation of both his legs. Hall spoke at the event saying, “You carried it, you saluted it, you guarded it, bled for it and wept under it. The American flag is special because it indicates the United States will come to the aid of people or countries and that those wearing the uniform will risk their lives.” Mayor Ken Tedford Jr. also expressed his sentiments and called the flag a special symbol to the whole nation. He also encouraged everyone to “thank a vet who has served … Keep Reading...

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10.10
2012

Charles County Flies POW/MIA Flag Every Day

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The Maryland County is the first government county to fly the POW/MIA flag every day, year round. Private First Class Francis DeSales Wills was born October 18, 1944. A few decades later he was sent to Vietnam as part of the Headquarters & Headquarters Company, where he was later taken as a Prisoner of War. Wills was remembered during a special ceremony that was held as Charles County became the first government county in Maryland to fly the POW/MIA flag every day, year round. James Shekleton, member of the Rolling Thunder Maryland Chapter 1, noticed Charles County did not raise the POW flag and brought it to the attention of the chapter. Along with the county officials, Shekleton helped put together the ceremony to honor Wills. Shekleton said, “Someone once said dying for my country isn’t the worst thing that can happen. Being forgotten is.” Commissioner Ken Robinson (D: 1st) told a story close to him about the POW/MIA flag’s meaning and the importance of educating every generation about it. As he was driving on the Belt Parkway, a section of highway dedicated to the memory of POW’s and MIA’s, he explained, “In the car with me was a 22 … Keep Reading...

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05.10
2012

How to Display an American Flag on a Motorcycle

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Proper etiquette of displaying the U.S. Flag on motorcycles. Summer is right around the corner, and with that, more motorcycles and bikes will be taking the road, as weather gets nicer. Many motorcyclists like to display flags on their bikes, but before you hit the road, be sure your flags are displayed properly! If you plan to fly only the American Flag, it should be placed at the center on your motorcycle on the rear fender or ‘bumper’ of the bike, or to the ‘marching right,’ the flag’s own right (the observer’s left). If the American Flag is flown with one other flag, it should be to its ‘marching right,’ otherwise flying centered with multiple flags. Any flag that is flown with the American Flag on a motorcycle needs to be the same size, if not smaller, than the American Flag. The American Flag is placed in the center of all flags being flown, as well as flying the highest. Other flags should be arranged in alphabetical order and in decreasing importance; national flags first, state flags next, military flags in order of establishment, followed by any other flags. If you are flying the flag of another nation, it should … Keep Reading...

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