FLAG DAY IS TUESDAY JUNE 14TH

When we look at the flag, do we remember that it flies overhead in battle?  

Do we realize how many soldiers it inspires?  Can we fathom how many of those men and women give their lives to protect everything that flag symbolizes;  Freedom,   justice and equality to all mankind?

These soldiers fight for you and me.  They perform their duties in war and peace to protect their friends and family.  We honor that service when we salute the flag.

Materially, the flag is nothing more than fabric and thread.  A veteran looks at that flag and remembers.  They celebrate their nation when they salute the flag.  Should we not do the same?

So, the next time you gaze up at that waving banner, the next time you put your hand on your heart, the next time you are tempted to mindlessly  repeat a memorize pledge, remember the veteran.

Celebrate all that they do and all that they have given us through their service.

Our flag was designed in 1776 by seamstress Elizabeth (Betsy) Ross.  The American flag is one of the oldest national emblems and it’s true birthday is recognized on the day George Washington presented it to the Continental Congress, June 14, 1777.

Flag Day was first observed by a proclamation of President Woodrow Wilson.  Congress adopted a joint resolution for Flag Day August 3, 1949.

Even before that federal government order, the American Legion prompted schools and cities to hold special celebrations on June 14.

Cashmere American Legion Post #64 will hold a special ceremony on Flag Day Tuesday June 14 at the Legion Hall, 401 Sunset Highway at 9:00am to burn an old and tattered flag.  Everyone is invited to join them.  

Please hang your American Flag proudly on Flag Day, June 14 and every day.  

GOD BLESS AMERICA;   Linda Ingraham,  President Cashmere American Legion Auxiliary #64