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vexillologist

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Vexillology is the scholarly study of flags.  Why is this important?  Today is flag day!

Ever wonder about the symbolism behind the folding of an American flag?  Just read about this and was touched to learn that each fold is rich with symbolism.  I'm sure most of us have seen the ceremonial folding of a flag.  I personally did not give much thought to the process itself, rather I observed the ceremony as a whole.  The flag is always presented to the family in a triangular shape.   There is purpose and meaning behind the finished shape and each of the 13 ceremonial folds.    TTFN, off to set out my flag.
Posted by The Chic Peach at 6/14/2010 7:55 AM
Categories: musings and observations
 

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