Category 5
Other than garrison, post, field, storm and internment flags, name the other types of military flags.
Colors - These are flags of organizations and certain civilian and military officials
Standards - Flags of mounted units were formerly called standards
Distinguished Flags - These flags identify headquarters, offices, General Officers, and organizations, none of which is authorized organizational or individual colors
Ensigns - An ensign is a rectangle flag flown from aircraft, ships and boats
Guidons - A guidon is a swallow-tailed flag carried by companies, batteries, troops, and certain detachment
Pennants - A pennant is a triangular flag used for various utility purposes
What are the 2 ways that the flag can be displayed?
1. Flat or 2 Hanging free
How is the flag draped over the casket?
So the stars are over the left shoulder
What does the hoist and fly of a flag mean?
What is the height of a flagpole?
50, 60, or 75 FT
What manual covers Drill and Ceremony?
TC 3-21.5
What is the Primary Value of Ceremonies?
To render honors, preserve tradition, and to stimulate Esprit De Corps
How far in front of the honor company or color company do the colors halt?
Ten Steps
What are the two bugle calls played at retreat?
"Retreat" and "To the Colors"
What are some places where the flag is flown 24 hours a day by specific legal authority as of January 1966?
US Capitol in Washington, DC Fort McHenry National Monument, Flag House square in Baltimore, MD, Francis Scott Keys Grave, The World War Memorial in Worcester, Massachusetts
When a new state enters the union, when is the star added to the flag?
The following 4th of July
Approximately how long is "To The Colors"?
40 Seconds in Duration
What is the symbol of our nation?
The flag of the United States
What must not happen when the flag is being lowered?
The flag must not be allowed to touch the ground
What is the ball at the top of the flag pole called?
Final ball and it is attached by a truck?
What is the blue field of white stars also known as the "Field" or "Jack" called?
Canton
What is the difference between the national colors and the national flag?
The national colors is trimmed on 3 sides with golden yellow fringe
When the flag is flown at night, what must be done?
It must be illuminated
When folded, what is the shape of the American Flag?
The shape like that of a cocked hat.
How many stripes does the American Flag have?
13 Stripes (7 Red and 6 White)