Folded Flag
November 11, 2008
This American flag, triangularly folded, honors my father’s WWII military service and was presented to our family for his funeral in 2003.
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photography by julie
photography by julie
This American flag, triangularly folded, honors my father’s WWII military service and was presented to our family for his funeral in 2003.
November 11, 2008 at 4:18 am
Beautiful image, Julie. Just perfect.
In my hometown, the flags of veterans are gathered by the VFW and American Legion and flown on Memorial Day in the cemetery. My father began that tradition many years ago, in honor of the veterans. What started with just raising a hand full of flags has grown to a massive undertaking; raising and lowering the hundreds of flag poles and flags. It makes for a beautiful, and touching, sight.
November 11, 2008 at 5:17 am
Thank you, Sue. Your father must be very proud to have started what must be a very poignant flag ceremony. Does he continue to attend?
November 11, 2008 at 8:12 am
Great photo and very interesting to read about traditions different to those we have in the UK.
November 11, 2008 at 9:24 am
What a great image to honor Veterans Day Julie. I have my Dad’s flag also. Its serves as a good reminder of the kind of man he was, and the kind of men he would befriend.
November 12, 2008 at 9:02 am
This is a wonderful way to honor all veterans. Very simple and respectful.
November 14, 2008 at 1:34 am
Great photo in honor of the day. It’s very effective – especially since most know what the folded flag represents. Great image!