In their zeal to express their patriotism, many people inadvertently dishonor the flag of the United States of America. Case in point: shirts that are made either from a flag or designed to look like a flag:
The United States Code provides guidelines for the proper use, handling and display of the flag. Among these guidelines are:
The flag should never be used as wearing apparel…
– United States Code, Title 36, Chapter 10, §176 (d)
If you own this style of shirt, please do not wear it. And if you see someone wearing a flag shirt, please gently explain the guidelines and encourage them to study in more detail how to show proper respect for Old Glory.
My father prepared a helpful brochure a few years ago, which he distributes free of charge. I’m making it available here as a free download:
Also, USFlag.org is a helpful resource.
God bless America!
