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MLK Day: Flag Flying Holiday and National Day of Service
This year, we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 20, 2025. MLK Day is a federal
flag flying holiday and an official day of service. The holiday comes close to the celebration of Dr. King’s birthday, which happened on January 15.
Dr. King was born in Atlanta, GA, to a Baptist minister; he continued his religious upbringing, receiving a theology doctorate. Dr. King was a leader and representative of nonviolent activism in the civil rights movement.
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Dec 31, 2024
Flagpole & Flag Care Tips to Prevent Winter Damage
Winter is here, which means taking extra preventative measures to maintain our health, homes, cars, etc. Don’t let the harsh winter month affect your flag by skipping out on maintenance during these cold months. Did you know that precipitation and high winds can reduce your flag’s durability and cause damage to your flagpole? Follow these flag care tips to prepare your flags and flagpoles for the winter:
Buy Polyester: Winter damage to flags can be lessened by switching your flag material.
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Jan 08, 2024
Flagpole Parts and Terminology Explained
Choosing which flagpole or flagpole parts to buy can be a daunting task. Here are a few of the terms to know and understand when embarking on your journey towards flagpole ownership. For more details on the factors that matter, read our "5 Factors To Consider When Buying A Flagpole" article.To help make flagpole terms a little easier, we'll start at the top!Ornament: A flagpole ornament sits atop the pole and is mainly decorative. They can be made using different types of metal and usually eithe
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Feb 24, 2020
Proclamation to Honor Victims in El Paso, TX & Dayton, OH
Issued: August 4, 2019
Our Nation mourns with those whose loved ones were murdered in the tragic shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, and we share in the pain and suffering of all those who were injured in these two senseless attacks. We condemn these hateful and cowardly acts. Through our grief, America stands united with the people of El Paso and Dayton. May God be with the victims of these two horrific crimes and bring aid and comfort to their families and friends. As a mar
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Aug 05, 2019
FLAGS.COM Has a new look!
DELRAY BEACH, FLA--(AUGUST 2, 2018) - Flags.com, an American-based flag retailer headquartered in Delray Beach, Florida, has unveiled a new brand identity, logo, and website. The rebrand offers a new look and feel for the family-run company, while sticking to their classic red, white, and blue color palette, an homage to their American roots.The cornerstone of the new brand is Flags.com’s redesigned logo, which features a waving three-dimensional flag design as a bold and recognizable mark steep
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Aug 01, 2018