"I pledge allegiance to my flag, and to the Republic for which it stands: one Nation indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."
When the colors are passing on parade or in review, the spectator should, if a man or boy, stand at attention and uncover.
When the "Star Spangled Banner" is played, all present should rise and stand at attention until the ending.
When the flag is displayed at half mast, for mourning, it is lowered to that position from the top of the staff. It is afterward hoisted to the top before it is finally lowered.
When the flag is flown at half staff as a sign of mourning it should be hoisted to full staff at the conclusion of the funeral.
When used on a bier or casket at a funeral, the stars should be placed at the head.
Our most important holidays (when the flag should be displayed at full staff) are: Lincoln's Birthday, February 12; Washington's Birthday, February 22; Arbor Day; Memorial Day, May 30; Flag Day, June 14; Independence Day, July 4; Columbus Day, October 12; Thanksgiving Day, and State Day.
The flag should not be hoisted before sunrise or allowed to remain up after sunset.
At "retreat," sunset, civilian spectators should stand at "attention" and the men should remove their hats during the playing of the "Star Spangled Banner." Military spectators are required by regulation to stand at "attention" and give the military salute.