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Honor America Corps
Folding of the Flag
The 2nd fold is a symbol of the belief in eternal life.
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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
The 4th fold represents the weaker nature, for as American citizens
trusting in God, it is to Himwe turn in times of peace as well as in time of
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.
United States Of America
Nation under
God
Liberty
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 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
David and King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews eyes, the
God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.
The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in
the Christians eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.
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.
The next time you see a flag ceremony honoring someone that has served our
country, either in the Armed Forces or in our civilian services such as Law
Enforcement or Fire and Emergency Services, keep in mind all the important reasons
behind each and every movement. They have paid the ultimate sacrifice for all of us
by honoring our flag and our Country.
country, either in the Armed Forces or in our civilian services such as Law
Enforcement or Fire and Emergency Services, keep in mind all the important reasons
behind each and every movement. They have paid the ultimate sacrifice for all of us
by honoring our flag and our Country.
Freedom isn't Free
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war for His devine guidance.
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 8th fold is a tributeto the one who entered into the valley of the shadow
of death, that we might see the light of day.
The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the stars
uppermost reminding them of their bations motto
“In God We Trust”
