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Subject: Fw: THE AMERICAN FLAG

 

 

 

  

 

Do You Know?

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 fold of the flag is a symbol of life.

The 2nd fold is a symbol of the belief in eternal life.

The 3rd 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 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 fold is a tribute to the country, for in the words of

Decatur, " Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always

be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong.

The 6th 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 fold is a tribute to its Armed 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 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.

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 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 fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King and

King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews eyes, the God of Abraham,

Isaac and .

The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in the

Christians eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.

The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the stars are

uppermost reminding them of their nations 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 Washington, and the Sailors and Marines who served

under Captain , 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.

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.

Share this with the children you love and all others who love what is

referred to, the symbol of " Liberty and Freedom "  

 

MAYBE THE SUPREME COURT SHOULD READ THIS EXPLANATION BEFORE THEY RENDER

THEIR DECISION ON THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.

 

 

 

 

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