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ITATION :eremon¥ should be preceded trance of the occasion. Follow. tfld salute the flag, recite the tonal anthem. ~E FLAG hold thc flag waist high and led, length~viso, over the blue ~getk.,, securely. ~lde,. _dgc to open edge. g the length of the flag, from ~e striped' corner of tho folded :l parallel with thc open edge, :il the entire length of thc flag lded only the triangular blue CARE OF YOUR FLAG The life of your flag depends on your care. Dirt can cut fabrics, dull colors, and cause wear. Most outdoor flags can be washed in mild detergent and thoroughly rinsed. Indoor and parade flags should bo dry-cleaned. Many dry cleaners offer free clcanihg of U.S. flags during the months of June and July. Damaged flags can be re- paired and utilized as long a~ the overall dimensions are not notice- ably altered. American Legion Posts and local governments often have facilities to dispose of unserviceable flags. Store your flags in a well ventilated area away from any harsh chenfical~ or cleaning compounds. If your flag gets wet, zlever store it until it is complete. ly dry. Wet folds cause permanent creases. I)ampncss ruins fabric and causes mildew. Pole cure is also related to flag care. Rust and scale cause permanent stalin and some metallic oxides actually cat holes in fabric. SIZES OF FLAGS siz~ of the flag is determined by the exposed height of the flagpole from which it is flying. The only consideration is for the flag to be in proper proportion to its pole. Flags which fly from angled pol~s on homes and those which are displayed on standing poles in officos and other indoor displays arc usually either 3' x 5' or 4' x 6'. Color guards usually carry flags measuring 4' x 6'. Other rec. ommended sizes are shown in tho following table: g0 .......................................................................... ~ .......................................................................... 5x8 40 .......................................................................... 0 x 10 60 ....................................................... :.....~ ............ 10 · tS 70 .......................................................................... 12 · 18 O0 .......................................................................... 18 ,, 2.~ 1~, ........................................................................ 20~30 200 ........................................................................ 30x4o 250 ........................................................................ 40·gO (21)