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Tag Archives: Stars and Stripes

01.14
2013

Fort Clatsop Park Honors History and Keeps the Flag Flying

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The American flag served as a bold symbol on the Lewis and Clark journey, growing stronger throughout time. Fort Clatsop park keeps the legacy going. When Meriwether Lewis and William Clark set out on their famous expedition the American flag represented a brand new nation. And in 1805 they proudly hoisted the stars and stripes up above Fort Clatsop park for all approaching men to see. Only eight years later that flag inspired the emotional words of the National Anthem. Since those earlier settler years, Fort Clatsop transformed into a park open to the public with Matt Hensley as a park ranger. Volunteers and members of the community routinely host living history programs there and a guided walk where visitors can learn about the rich past of the fort. A new addition includes a “Star Spangled Banner” talk that will both start and end programs throughout the day. On Lewis and Clark’s journey, they brought with them several American flags. They used the flags as markers whenever they camped in a spot for any period of time and served as a symbol for the young nation as the two men set out to explore new land.  Now by this time, … Keep Reading...

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12.19
2012

Thieves Intervening Does Not Stop Veterans from Flag Retiring Tradition

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Veterans lay old flags to rest during their flag retiring tradition despite stolen handmade fire basket Every first Sunday in December American Legion Post 534 from Cincinnati retires torn and tattered American flags by the preferred congressional method of burning. All veterans take this patriotic traditional ceremony very seriously and consider it a great honor. Members give a 21-gun salute, while an honor guard stands at attention. The overused stars and stripes are then burned in a rectangular wrought-iron fire basket made special by a Legion member. This year was no exception for the flag retiring tradition, excluding one distinctive part: thieves stole the handmade fire basket. The unknown perpetrators broke the wrought-iron from its concrete base. In fact, they ripped it completely from the ground and hauled it away. The Legion wishes this was an isolated occurrence, but unfortunately this is the second year in a row someone swiped the basket. Legion veterans concluded the only possible reason to steal this basket is to sell it for scrap. They definitely worked hard for a very tiny amount of iron. Mike Bender, the post’s adjutant and commander of Hamilton County’s 22 posts, described the precautions taken after the first basket … Keep Reading...

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12.17
2012

Cub Scout Car Wash Successfully Raises Money for New American Flag

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Cub Scout car wash pulls in cash for new flag and helps out the community food shelf. Local Kings Park Cub Scouts Pack 75 kept their word when they raised enough money to replace an American flag stolen from Kings Park High School. The scouts even had enough money left over to make a sizable donation to the local food shelf. The American flag was stolen from the school back in September. Suffolk County police asked for the public’s help by offering a cash reward to anyone who may hold information that could lead to the apprehension of two men suspected in the crime. Final money gathered totaled a symbolic $1,776. This allowed the troop to buy a new set of stars and stripes, along with donating a generous $1,103 to the community food shelf. Two large local businesses greatly contributed to the Cub Scout’s cause. Target aided the boys in reaching their goal by donating $200 in gift cards and Dejana Truck and Utility Company gave $100. Jim Brauer, pack leader, said the boys worked very hard toward reaching their goal and is very proud of not only reaching their goal, but going above and beyond to help their … Keep Reading...

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10.03
2012

American Legion Expands Flag Displays in Downtown Danbury

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Numerous American flags now line the streets of Danbury, Connecticut thanks to the American Legion Post #60 Color Guard. The streets of Danbury, Connecticut never fail to honor the stars and stripes, thanks to the American Legion Post #60 Color Guard. The small band of veterans have previously placed American flags along Main Street in front of the various businesses that participate in the Post’s flag display program. With the recent expansion of the program, flags will now fly along White Street and West Street in Danbury. On Labor Day, while most of the town was still snug in bed, American Legion Color Guard member Bob Krokovich, Sr. and Allen Keeler, along with the Mayor Mark Boughton and Mayoral Aide P.J. Prunty, strolled the city, placing flags in front of the newly added businesses. Robert Krokovich, Sr. resides as Co-Captain of the flag program and helped launch this patriotic program along with continuing to help expand its reach around the community. Krokovich commented with, “Displaying the Nation’s flag is dear to us and I thank our participating businesses along with Mayor Mark Boughton, P.J. Prunty from the Mayor’s office and Councilman Tom Saadi for making the expansion of this patriotic … Keep Reading...

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06.14
2012

What is Flag Day? | The History behind Flag Day

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What is Flag Day? | The History behind Flag Day and why we honor the US flag. On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress declared the that red, white and blue stars and stripes were the official flag colors and design of the United States. In 1885, a young schoolteacher in Wisconsin started what would come to be known as the annual tradition of Flag Day in the United States. B.J. Cigrand started the annual tradition in 1885 by encouraging his students to participate in activities honoring the 108th anniversary of the adoption of the Stars and Stripes for the U.S. flag, calling it ‘Flag Birthday.’ For the next 30+ years, schools and communities all around the country caught on and practiced observing honoring the flag. In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson officially established Flag Day by Proclamation, after several years of dedicated school and communities celebrating the flag’s anniversary. However, in 1949, President Harry Truman signed an Act of Congress designating June 14thof every year as National Flag Day. Flag Day is observed annually as an opportunity dedicated for Americans to learn more about patriotism and understand how to express allegiance to the flag. Communities celebrate with parades and schools … Keep Reading...

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