The American Flag

Display · Care · Folding · Retirement

Flag Guide

Explore the pages in this section for practical guidance on displaying and folding the U.S. flag, common questions, and the Flag Code. You can also learn where to bring a worn flag for proper retirement and ask the Post about available flag sizes.

The 50 stars represent the states, and the 13 stripes represent the original colonies. The flag is a symbol of our shared country and deserves respectful care.