Our veterans deserve better then a tattered flag.
I understand that a flag should be destroyed in a dignified manner, preferably by burning....
Thats right.
I know they are willing to do it, but I don't like the idea of using the VFW. Seems wrong (to me) to ask a veteran to do you another favor. Likewise not interested in having a Boy Scout handle my responsibility. Not passing judgement. Just trying to make the point that if you can handle the dignified burning then you should, rather than passing the responsibility on to someone else.
Guess you have no choice but to rely on a vet. Again. Something for us to ponder as Memorial Day nears...
VFW, American Legion, Boy Scouts. Take your pick.
... The burning is done at a local Veteran's Park. Honorably.
When a flag is so worn it is no longer fit to serve as a symbol of our country, it should be destroyed by burning in a dignified manner.
Note: Most American Legion Posts regularly conduct a dignified flag burning ceremony, often on Flag Day, June 14th. Many Cub Scout Packs, Boy Scout Troops, and Girl Scout Troops retire flags regularly as well. Contact your local American Legion Hall or Scout Troop to inquire about the availability of this service.
Would like to see that
No flag retirement ceremony yesterday.