The American Flag is Backwards on Military Uniforms. Do You Know Why?
Answer The American flag patch is to be worn, right or left shoulder, so that the star field faces forward, or to the flag's own right. When worn in this manner, the flag is facing to the observer's right, and gives the effect of the flag flying in the breeze as the wearer moves forward.
Did you ever notice that the Stars and Stripes were flying in reverse? For most people the American flag symbolizes a sense of freedom, inclusion, and power. The American flag flies above our government buildings, it resides in schools everywhere, and it even finds a place on the uniform of America’s Finest protectors: firemen, police officers, and most famously: soldiers in our military. However, astute observers will notice that the American flag seems to fly in reverse on military uniforms. Let us explain to you why, because the story is just too darn interesting. Army Regulation 670 – 1 states that the flag must be treated with respect and that soldiers must take pride in their uniform. The rule is that the blue field of stars must always be in the highest position of honor with the flags stars facing forward.
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