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Customary Dates to Fly Half-Staff: A Comprehensive Guide
Peace Officers Memorial Day: Celebrated on May 15th, unless it coincides with Armed Forces Day (sunrise to sunset).Memorial Day: Observed on the last Monday in May (sunrise to noon).Patriot Day: Commemorated on September 11th (sunrise to sunset).National Firefighters Memorial Day: Typically held in May (Note: In 2023, Memorial Weekend has been moved to May).Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day: Remembered on December 7th (sunrise to sunset).In the realm of honoring the solemn moments in our nation's h
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Sep 9th 2023
Flying the American Flag at Half-Mast: A Comprehensive Guide
In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the proper protocol and etiquette for flying the American flag at half-mast, a practice steeped in tradition and respect. Our aim is to provide you with a wealth of information so that you can confidently and respectfully display the flag during times of mourning, remembrance, or national significance.Understanding the Significance of Half-MastFlying the American flag at half-mast is a solemn and poignant gesture that signifies mourning, tribute, or r
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Sep 9th 2023
Daylight Savings Fall Back November 5, 2023
As we prepare to set our clocks back for Daylight Saving Time (DST) this weekend, we thought it would be interesting to share a brief history of this practice that affects our daily lives. DST has a rich history that spans over a century and has been implemented in various countries around the world.The concept of Daylight Saving Time was first proposed by Benjamin Franklin in 1784 as a way to conserve energy. However, it wasn't until World War I that DST was first implemented on a large scale.
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Sep 8th 2023
Patriot Day PUBLIC LAW 107–89—DEC. 18, 2001 Public Law 107–89 107th Congress Joint Resolution
Amending title 36, United States Code, to designate September 11 as Patriot Day. Whereas on September 11, 2001, terrorists hijacked four civilian
aircraft, crashing two of them into the towers of the World Trade
Center in New York City, and a third into the Pentagon outside
Washington, D.C.;
Whereas the fourth hijacked aircraft crashed in southwestern
Pennsylvania after passengers tried to take control of the aircraft
in order to prevent the hijackers from crashing the aircraft into
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Sep 7th 2023
Proudly Display Your Patriotism: The Symbolism and Heritage of US Flags and State Flags
In a world that's constantly changing, one thing remains steadfast: the deep-rooted connection between individuals and the flags that represent their heritage, values, and aspirations. Flags are more than just pieces of cloth; they're powerful symbols that evoke a sense of unity, pride, and history. At FORTISVEX, we understand the significance of these symbols, offering you a wide range of meticulously crafted US and State flags to celebrate your identity and connection to your roots.The US Flag
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Aug 15th 2023