Veterans Day Community Flag Retirement Ceremony

06/14/2026

🇺🇸 The Story Behind the Stars and Stripes
On June 14, 1777, the Second Continental Congress officially adopted the Stars and Stripes as the national flag. Today, Flag Day isn't just a look back at history—it's a reminder of what that flag represents in our daily lives.

What It Really Stands For
The American flag is a living symbol of a shared journey. Its colors carry specific meanings intentionally chosen by the Founders:
White: Signifies purity and innocence.
Red: Represents hardiness and valor.
Blue: Symbolizes vigilance, perseverance, and justice.

It represents the ideals of freedom, democracy, and the constant pursuit of a more perfect union. It belongs to every citizen, serving as a unifying thread across thousands of miles and diverse walks of life.

Why We Treat It With Respect
Treating the flag with respect isn't about worshipping a piece of fabric—it's about honoring the people and the ideas behind it.

06/04/2026

"After visiting Mount Rushmore in South Dakota tonight, the forest service puts on a nightly show followed by inviting servicemembers, veterans, and gold star families to the stage for respect and celebration, followed by 6 of them volunteering to retreat the flag." - Bradley Trede

05/25/2026

Today we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave everything so we could live freely. Their sacrifice is woven into the fabric of this nation. We see you, we remember you, and we are forever grateful. 🇺🇸

Let's keep these memories alive. Share your service stories and honor those who served at https://honoroldglory.org/military-stories/
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03/26/2026

Your story deserves to be heard.

Freedom has a story and it's written by the men and women who stepped forward when their country called.

We've created a place for U.S. veterans and service members to share their experiences, such as a specific mission, a quiet act of courage, a lesson that shaped who you are today. Every story matters. Every story deserves to be remembered.

If you served or you know someone who did we invite you to visit the link below and share your story. Help us preserve the legacy of service for future generations.

📋 Fill out the form at
https://honoroldglory.org/military-stories/
and if you'd like to include photos, send them to [email protected]

03/05/2026

This tradition was established by federal law — specifically codified in the Flag Code and formalized through presidential proclamation. The practice dates back to a 1950 proclamation and has been reaffirmed by presidents since.

The reason it returns to full-staff at noon is equally meaningful: the second half of the day, from noon until sunset, the flag flies at full-staff to symbolize the living nation honoring and celebrating the sacrifice of those who died. It's a transition from mourning to tribute — acknowledging both grief and national pride.
So the two parts of the day carry distinct symbolic weight:

Sunrise to noon — a period of national mourning and remembrance for the fallen
Noon to sunset — a salute to the nation they died to defend, flown proudly at full height

This is why you'll sometimes see people correct the flag being left at half-staff all day on Memorial Day — that's actually not the proper observance per the U.S. Flag Code.

01/15/2026

Honor Old Glory

Your Story. Your Service. Your Legacy.

Freedom has never been free. It has been earned, defended, and preserved by men and women who answered a call greater than themselves. At Honor Old Glory, we believe those stories matter.

We are creating a new space dedicated to the voices of those who served and the families who stood beside them. The moments of courage. The sacrifices made quietly. The bonds forged under pressure. The events that shaped lives and helped protect the freedoms we enjoy every day as Americans.

We invite you to share your story. Whether it is a defining moment from your time in uniform, a memory that still lives with you, or an experience that reflects the honor of serving the United States of America. Your words help preserve the truth of service for future generations.

As stories are submitted, they will become part of our growing archive and future blog. A living record where Americans can learn about military life, understand the cost of freedom, and honor those who stepped forward to defend it.

This is more than history.
It is remembrance.
It is gratitude.
It is legacy.

Thank you for your service.
Thank you for your sacrifice.
Thank you for helping keep America safe and free.

We are proud to honor your story.

https://honoroldglory.org/military-stories/

SHARE YOUR MILITARY STORIES Honoring the Stories of Those Who Served Freedom has a story, and it is written by those who stepped forward when their country called.This space exists to honor the men and women who served the United States of America with courage, sacrifice, and resolve. Every uniform....

01/11/2026

Thank you Veterans for serving the country, preserving our freedoms, and sharing your stories.

12/01/2025

INTRODUCING: HONOR OLD GLORY GUIDE

If you’ve ever wondered about the proper way to display the American flag, how to fold it, when it should fly at half-staff, or even how to respectfully retire a worn flag — now you can get answers instantly.

Honor Old Glory Guide is an online resource driven by AI, where you can ask questions about the history, etiquette, and traditions surrounding the United States flag. Nothing political — just respect, education, and American heritage.

If you want to check it out, ask a question, or share it with someone who loves the Stars and Stripes, you’re welcome to: honoroldglory.org

Respect the flag. Teach the next generation. Keep the honor alive. 🇺🇸

11/25/2025

Great video here. It was such a great day to see participation from many people and groups including the Vernal Oilers
https://www.facebook.com/share/r/17Kwy5pTv3/?mibextid=wwXIfr

11/24/2025

🇺🇸 What a Day to Remember 🇺🇸

Sometimes it’s the smallest details that turn a great event into an unforgettable one — and Flag Ceremony proved that in every way.

From the way families gathered in quiet reverence…to the flag waving proudly in the breeze…to that incredible moment when an eagle soared high above the flag as if heaven itself chose to stand with us…

Every detail mattered. Every moment carried meaning.

Thank you to everyone who came, served, saluted, supported, and stood with us. Days like that day remind us why we honor our flag — not just as a symbol, but as a living reminder of freedom, sacrifice, and unity.

🇺🇸 Grateful. Inspired. Proud. 🇺🇸