Flag Day: June 14, 1777 – 2014

The 237th anniversary of Flag Day falls on Saturday, June 14th. It is both fitting and proper to pledge allegiance to the flag, as is done in classrooms, at public gatherings and in public building across the United States. This 1969 video explaining the pledge by Red Skelton, American comedian, TV and movie star, has become a classic and a must view for those of all ages:

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The pledge is codified in 4 U.S. Code § 4. Pledge of allegiance to the flag and th manner of delivery:

The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag: “I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”, should be rendered by standing at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart. When not in uniform men should remove any non-religious headdress with their right hand and hold it at the left shoulder, the hand being over the heart. Persons in uniform should remain silent, face the flag, and render the military salute. Members of the Armed Forces not in uniform and veterans may render the military salute in the manner provided for persons in uniform.

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