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Is is noted that as a boy scout i wish the leaders of scouting would...

Originally Posted by HZiegler

Is is noted that as a Boy Scout I wish the leaders of Scouting would
change the union on their shirts. The union is to be facing forward on
the left sleeve. The scouts issue their shirts with the union reversed.
This wearing of the flag backwards is also very prominent in Hollywood
pictures.
Also a question. Do you march in a parade with an American Flag
that has a fringe on it ?
My name is Harry Ziegler, Retired Marine

[Lyricb]

Hi Harry! First of all, thanks for your service to our country. Marines hold a special place in my heart, and I admire anyone who can make it through that basic training! My AF basic training was six weeks...before you fall off your chair laughing, here is my answer to your question about the fringed American flag.

It is my understanding that American flags with fringe are exclusively for decorative display, such as in an office or somewhere similar to that. When marching in a parade, the flag should not have any sort of fringe or other flare added to it.

I hope that helps.
LyricB

[Janing]

Just a side note - there's a reason the flag is "backward" on the left sleeve, and in my opinion it should not be changed. The flag symbolizes movement. If you imagine holding a flag on a pole and rushing toward the enemy, the blue is closest to you, pointing to the front, and the stripes are behind. This is the reason military (and boy scout) uniforms display the flag backwards - the US does not retreat.

Janine