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The first fold of our Flag is a symbol of life.
The second fold is a symbol of our belief in eternal life.
The third fold is made in honor and remembrance of the
veterans departing our ranks who gave a portion of
their lives for the defense of our
country to attain peace throughout the world.
The fourth fold represents our weaker nature, for as
American citizens trusting, it is to Him we turn in
times of peace as well as in time of war for His
divine guidance.
The fifth fold is a tribute to our country, for in the
words of Stephen Decatur, "Our Country, in dealing
with other countries may she always be right; but it
is still our country, right or wrong."
The sixth fold is for where our hearts lie. It is
with our heart that we pledge allegiance to the Flag
of the United States of America, and to the
Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God,
indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
The seventh fold is a tribute to our Armed Forces, for
it is through the Armed Forces that we protect our
country and our flag against all her enemies, whether
they be found within or without the boundaries of our
Republic.
The eighth fold is a tribute to the one who entered
into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might
see the light of day, and to honor mother, for whom it
flies on Mother's Day.
The ninth fold is a tribute to womanhood; for it has
been through their faith, their love, loyalty and
devotion that the character of the men and women who
have made this country great has been molded.
The tenth fold is a tribute to the father, for he,
too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense
of our country since they were first born.
The eleventh fold, in the eyes of a Hebrew citizen
represents the lower portion of the seal of King David
and King Solomon, and glorifies in their eyes, the God
of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
The twelfth fold, in the eyes of a Christian citizen,
represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in
their eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.
When the Flag is completely folded, the stars are
uppermost reminding us of our Nation's motto, "In God
We Trust." After the Flag is completely folded and
tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a cocked hat,
ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under
General George Washington, and the Sailors and Marines
who served under Captain John Paul Jones, who were
followed by their comrades and shipmates in the Armed
Forces of the United States, preserving for us the
rights, privileges, and freedoms we enjoy today.
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What do the stripes stand for on a flag?
That depends on what flag you're talking about. Different flags of different countries may have different meanings behind their stripes. For example, the flag for the United States of America has 13 stripes in alternating red and white to symbolize the original 13 colonies.
What do the stripes on the America flag signify?
the stripes symbolize the 13 original colonies of the USA
What does are flag symbolize today?
freedom
What did the stars and stripes mean on the colonial American flag?
The stars on the American flag represent the number of states in the Union. For that reason, the appearance of the American flag has changed many times over the years. The original flag, known as "Old Glory," displayed 13 stars to represent the original 13 states when the nation declared its independence from Great Britain in 1776. Today's flag has 50 stars because there are now 50 states. The last two stars were added in 1959, when Alaska and Hawaii joined the Union, bringing the number of states -- and the number of stars on the flag -- from 48 to the present 50. The flag has not changed since then. The stripes represent the 13 original colonies.
What did the flag at fort McHenry symbolize to francis Scott key?
Dick
How many stripes does the US flag have and what does it symbolize?
The u.s. flag has 13 stripes - which symbolize the original 13 states, which were subsequently fragmented into the current 52.
What do the stripes symbolize on the flag?
The 13 colonies
How many stripes does the US flag have and what do they symbolize?
13 and the first 13 stats
What does the stripes on your flag symbolize?
The 13 stripes represent the original thirteen colonies.
What do they symbolize the current us flag?
50 states/13 original colonies.
What do the stripes stand for on a flag?
That depends on what flag you're talking about. Different flags of different countries may have different meanings behind their stripes. For example, the flag for the United States of America has 13 stripes in alternating red and white to symbolize the original 13 colonies.
13 folds of the American flag?
AnswerThe folds do not represent the original 13 colonies, nor do they have any official symbolic meaning. If a list of "meanings" is recited after each fold at a military funeral, it is at the behest of the family of the fallen. There is no official military ceremony that requires a list of meanings to be read. The flag is folded like it is because the final shape is best for presentation. The 13 folds are simply a function of the dimensions of the flag.
What do the stars on Rhode Island's flag mean?
They symbolize the first 13 states of the United States
What does the flag of the US symbolize?
The 13 stripes (7 red and 6 white) symbolize the original 13 colonies. The white stars on a field of blue represent the 50 individual states within a common union.
The 13 star flag was first flown in what state?
New England, to symbolize the first 13 colonies while the United States was been formed
What are the things that the flag of the US symbolize?
it symbolize the states
What does the colonial flag symbolize?
The colonial flag was composed of stars and stripes. The stars represented the 13 colonies that were part of the union which the stripes represented hardiness, innocence and perseverance.
