> All Americans should be given this lesson. Those who
> think that America is an arrogant nation should really
> reconsider that thought. Our founding fathers used GOD's
> word and teachings to establish our Great Nation and I
> think it's high time Americans get re-educated about this
> Nation's history. Pass it along and be proud of the country
> we live in and even more proud of those who serve to protect
> our 'GOD GIVEN' rights and freedoms.
>
> I hope you take the time to read this ... To understand
> what the flag draped coffin really means ... Here is how to
> understand the flag that laid upon it and is surrendered
> to so many widows and widowers.
>
> Do you know that at military funerals, the 21-gun salute
> stands for the sum of the numbers in the year 1776?
>
> Have you ever noticed the honor guard pays meticulous attention
> to correctly folding the United States of America Flag 13
> times? You probably thought it was to symbolize the
> original 13 colonies, but we learn something new every
> day!
>
> The 1st fold of the flag is a symbol of life.
>
> The 2nd fold is a symbol of the belief in eternal life.
>
> The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the
> veterans departing the ranks who gave a portion of their
> lives for the defense of the country to attain peace
> throughout the world.
>
> The 4th fold represents the weaker nature, for as American
> citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of
> peace as well as in time of war for His divine guidance.
>
> The 5th fold is a tribute to the country, for in the words
> of Stephen Decatur, 'Our Country, in dealing with other
> countries, may she always be right; but it is still our
> country, right or wrong.'
>
> The 6th fold is for where people's hearts lie. It is with
> their heart that they pledge allegiance to the flag of the
> United States Of America , and the Republic for which it
> stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty
> and Justice for all.
>
> The 7th fold is a tribute to its Armed Forces, for it is
> through the Armed Forces that they protect their country
> and their flag against all her enemies, whether they be
> found within or without the boundaries of their
> republic.
>
> The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the
> valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day.
>
> The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and Mothers. For
> it has been through their faith, their love, loyalty and
> devotion that the character of the men and women who have
> made this country great has been molded.
>
> The 10th fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has
> given his sons and daughters for the defense of their
> country since they were first born.
>
> The 11th fold represents the lower portion of the seal of
> King David and King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews
> eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.
>
> The 12th fold represents an emblem of
> eternity and glorifies, in the Christians eyes, God the
> Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.
>
> The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the
> stars are uppermost reminding them of their nations
> motto, 'In God We Trust.'
>
> After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes
> on the appearance of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of
> the soldiers who served under General George Washington, and
> the Sailors and Marines who served under Captain John Paul
> Jones, who were followed by their comrades and shipmates in
> the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for them
> the rights, privileges and freedoms they enjoy today.
>
> There are some traditions and ways of doing things that have
> deep meaning.
>
> In the future, you'll see flags folded and now you will know
> why.
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