What is the proper way to display my Elizabeth Ross® flag?

The fundamental rule of flag etiquette is simple: treat all flags with respect and common sense. Here are key guidelines for displaying the U.S. flag properly:

• Precedence: The U.S. flag always takes precedence when flown with other flags. It should never be flown lower or be smaller than another flag.
• Equal Height: Other national flags may be flown at the same height and size. If this is not possible, do not display them together.
• Position of Honor: When flags are displayed together, the U.S. flag is on the observer’s far left (the flag’s own right). Flags are ordered: U.S. flag, other national flags (alphabetically), state, county, city, organizational, and personal flags.
• Half-Staff: When flown at half-staff, first raise the flag to its peak, then lower it. The U.S. flag is raised first and lowered last.
• Night Display: The U.S. flag may be flown at night but must be illuminated.

Specific Situations:

• In Gatherings: The flag should be to the right of speakers or behind them on the wall.
• Over Streets: The union (blue field with stars) should face north or east, depending on the street’s direction.
• On Walls or Windows: The union should be at the observer’s top left when displayed vertically or horizontally. In windows, the union faces outward to the flag’s own right.
• On Vehicles or Uniforms: The union should face forward (right on vehicles and right arms), though it’s preferred on the left arm for patches.

Finally, always render a salute (hand over heart for those not in uniform) during the raising, lowering, or passing of the flag or when reciting the Pledge of Allegiance if the flag is present.