Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Flag code rules: American flag hung outside house There's no better way to celebrate America's independence this July 4th than to ...

CHICAGO (CBS) -- A pit of burning flags might be a surprising image for Flag Day – but such an action is sometimes required by the Flag Code. Flag Day marks the 248th birthday of the U.S. Army, and ...

The U.S. Flag Code sets out rules for the American flag, including proper disposal of the Stars and Stripes.

As community members gathered recently to retire worn American flags ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary celebration, organizers also used the occasion to educate the public about proper flag ...