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Sunday, June 20, 2010
flag retirement
Gordon Jesme, Senior Vice Commander of VFW Post 4600 in McHenry, Ill. puts Old Glory flags on fire on Flag Day, Monday, June 14, during a flag retirement ceremony, at the VFW Post 4600 in McHenry, Ill. For those who don't know this already, the American flags are never thrown away when they become worn, torn, faded or badly soiled, but they're retired (burned) during a solemn ceremony as a sign of respect.
These images are © 2010 Northwest Herald and may not be reprinted or used without permission.
These images are © 2010 Northwest Herald and may not be reprinted or used without permission.
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Gorgeous.
there's been a few of these going around a photo a day, but that bottom one is just wonderful. best one i'eve seen. well done, sir.
Great scene!
Epic!
... hmm, interesting. In Australia, the burning of a flag, no matter what is on it, is incredibly disrespectful and shows... well, it shows blatant hatred towards the group the flag represents.
Cultural differences, hey?
I really love the second picture. How the flag is contouring just looks amazing. Good job!
Excellent.
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