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Source: When to fly the flag at half mast | www.gettysburgflag.com
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It's a reminder of fallen firefighters and indicates the start of fire prevention week. Thanks for using ChaCha.
Please specify whether this is the American flag or your state flag (and if it is your state flag, which state). Thanks, ChaCha.
The general rule is the flags will be flown at half-staff on Memorial Day, 30 days from the death of the President or former MORE
In the US a flag is flown at half-staff, by order of the President, to honor the memory of high ranking government officials.
