Do you know
that at military funerals, the 21-gun salute stands for the sum of the numbers
in the year 1776?
Have you ever noticed the honor guard pays meticulous attention
to correctly folding the United States of America Flag 13 times?
You
probably thought it was to symbolize the original 13 colonies, but we learn
something new every day!
| The 1st |
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Fold of the flag is a symbol
of life. |
| The 2nd |
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Fold is a symbol of the belief in eternal
life. |
| The 3rd |
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Fold is made in honor and remembrance of the
veterans departing the ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense
of the country to attain peace throughout the world. |
| The 4th |
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The fold represents the weaker nature, for as
American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as
well as in time of war for His divine guidance. |
| The 5th |
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The 5th fold is a tribute to the 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 6th |
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The fold is for where people's hearts lie. It is
with their heart that They pledge allegiance to the flag of the United! States
Of America, and the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God,
indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all. |
| The 7th |
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The 7th fold is a tribute to its Ar med Forces,
for it is through the Armed Forces that they protect their country and their
flag against all her enemies, whether they be found within or without the
boundaries of their republic. |
| The 8th |
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The 8th 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.
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| The 9th |
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The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and
Mothers. 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 10th |
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The 10th fold is a tribute to the father, for he,
too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense of their country since
they were first born. |
| The 11th |
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The 11th fold represents the lower portion of the
seal of King David and King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews eyes, the God
of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. |
| The 12th |
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The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity
and glorifies, in the Christians eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.
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| The 13th |
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The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely
folded, the stars are uppermost reminding them of their nations motto, "In God
We Trust." |
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| 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
them the rights, privileges and freedoms they enjoy today. |
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There are some traditions and ways of doing things that have
deep meaning. In the future, you'll see flags folded and now you will know why.
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| Share this with the children you
love and all others who love what is referred to, the symbol of "Liberty and
Freedom" |
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MAYBE THE SUPREME COURT SHOULD READ THIS EXPLANATION BEFORE
THEY RENDER THEIR DECISION ON THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. FORWARD IT; MAYBE
SOMEONE WITH THE NECESSARY POWER, OR POLITICAL AND FINANCIAL INFLUENCE, WILL
GET IT TO THEM. IN THE MEANTIME, MAY GOD PROTECT US ALWAYS
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By: Charles "Chuck"
Grubert
And
Chester Smith Private Pilot, Instrument Rated
Ground
Instructor, Advanced
Ground Instructor,Instrument
www.pilotbash.com
505-417-2022 |
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