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Can I display a flag indoors if it was previously used on a flag staff?

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Yes, you can.

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The article says, "Further, when displaying the flags of two nations, make sure they're the same size." In some circumstances, is it appropriate to display a larger foreign flag, such as the Russian Federation flag?

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No. A foreign flag should not be larger than the flag of the home country. It doesn't matter which country is involved.

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What flag is shown next to the American flag in step 3?

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That's the flag of Indianapolis.

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Should I take down my flag at night if its displayed on a wall indoors?

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No, this is fine for home usage that isn't displayed externally.

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Can I display my flag vertically on my front porch?

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Yes, you can do this to show your support for your country.

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We have a church in Italy and want to display the flags of many nations in our sanctuary. They will be hung in the shape of a "U". Where should the U.S. flag be placed? Can it hang from one grommet?

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Using two grommets might look better. Just place it respectfully as you would any other flag. The flags should probably all be the same size, although in this case Italy's flag could be larger.

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if I hang it in my room, does it have to be lit up while I’m sleeping?

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No. The only reason for this is because it is inside. If you hang it outside, you'd need to illuminate it.

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The article says all flags should be hung to the left of the American flag, which is to your right when looking at the flag. Your pictures are wrong and need to be switched.

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All flags should be placed to the right of the US flag, which must always be to the farthest left of any other displays. The field of stars/union should always be the highest, and should be to the left of the observers.

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Can a picture of a flag be hung in a school hallway?

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Yes, there is no regulation against it so it should not be a problem. As long as the union is on the viewer's left.

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I want to hang both a US flag and a soviet flag. They are the same size but I do not have enough room to display them both vertically. Would it be okay to hang the US flag below the soviet flag horizontally?

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No. One suggestion is to buy different sized flags. The other approach would be put the flag on top relative to the country you are currently in. In other words, you can only do that if you’re in Russia.

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Can I display the American flag on my garage roof?

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Only if it’s in a watertight container and light is displayed on it.

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What can I use to hang it without damaging the wall?

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Push pins are the best option but you can try Command strips with the plastic hooks that come with them.

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What is considered a time of distress when hanging an American flag on a wall?

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The US Flag Code says, "The flag should never be displayed with the union down, except as a signal of dire distress in instances of extreme danger to life or property." This might be after an accident when seeking help or a natural disaster event as a way of signaling a need for assistance.

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Given “One Nation Under God”, how should a Christian flag be displayed with the US Flag?

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The Christian flag isn't an official ensign, so it should be no higher than the American flag, and to the right if possible. America has no official religion, so the Christian flag has no special distinction.

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How do I wash an American flag?

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Use a bleach-free detergent, hand-scrub it (I suggest using a washboard) and air-dry it.

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Can I display indoors a flag that I have used outside on a flagpole, but now is torn and discolored? I want to display flags that I have flown outside.

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Unless these flags have some sort of historical significance, they should be retired. Deliver it to the Veterans of Foreign Wars or BSA.

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Can a US flag hang on the wall with the stars on the right?

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When displaying the flag, the field of stars should always be on the top left.

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Is it proper to hang the flag on the bottom of the wall next to the floor?

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It isn't a good idea. You don't want the flag to touch the floor, nor have the possibility of it getting splashed or spattered by mud, dirt, etc.

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Should a flag ever be displayed with the stripes on top instead of the stars on a flagpole?

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The only time a flag is to be hung upside down would be in times of distress.

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Where should I buy tacks to hang up the flag?

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You can buy them from hardware stores, dollar stores, hardware/stationery section at the supermarket, etc.

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