Gwinnett Boy Scout’s Project: Proper Flag Disposal

According to the U.S. Flag Code, old and tattered flags shouldn’t be thrown away; they should be destroyed, or “retired,” in a dignified way.

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A Boy Scout in Georgia has undertaken a project to make sure that worn out American flags are properly retired.

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WSB-TV reports that 15-year-old Ayden Abercrombie of Gwinnett County has taken part in numerous flag ceremonies and taught flag etiquette classes.