How far apart should two flags be on a flagpole?

A minimum distance of 1-1/2 times the flag length is recommended. NOTE: Be cautious when working around power lines. If a pole comes in contact with a power line, serious injury or death can occur.
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Can you put two flags on a flagpole?

What order should they be in? N.B.: You may never place two national flags on a single pole, as they must be at the same height and the approximate same size. N.B.: You may never place a company or advertisement flag on the same pole as the US flag. In military use, no more than two flags may be on a single pole.
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How far apart should flags be on a pole?

General rule of thumb is based on your flag size that you are flying. Flagpoles should have an additional 2' of distance between them over your flag size (i.e. 3' x 5' flags should have a minimum of 7' between poles, 4' x 6' flags should have a minimum of 8' between poles, etc.).
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How do you display multiple flags?

When you fly multiple flags on one flag pole, that means the American flag should always be the top flag. Other flags go below Old Glory. If you have each flag on its own pole, the American flag should still have the highest positioning. Ensure that no other flags on the other flag poles are displayed higher.
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How do you put two flags on a pole?

When the U.S. flag is flown with other flags on separate flagpoles that are all the same height, the U.S. flag should always be placed on the pole furthest to the left as it is most commonly observed (such as from the street or when facing a podium). The U.S. flag should be raised first and lowered last.
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What is the distance between two flags?

Preet runs 1/5 th the distance AD on the eighth line and posts a red flag. The distance between both the flags are √61 m. If Rashmi has to post a blue flag exactly halfway between the line segment joining the two flags, she should post her blue flag at 22.5 m on the 5th line.
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When flying two flags which side does the American flag go on?

When the American Flag is displayed against a wall with another flag, it should be on the (flag's own) right with its staff in front of the other flag. Another nation's flag shouldn't be displayed on the same halyard as the American Flag.
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Can the American flag be flown at night without a light?

In the case of the American flag, yes, it is illegal. The US Flag Code states that it is illegal to fly the US flag at night without adequate light. The American flag code is part of federal law.
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What is the correct flag protocol?

The flag should never be carried flat or horizontally, but always aloft and free. The flag should never be fastened, displayed, used, or stored so that it might be easily torn, soiled, or damaged in any way. The flag should never be used as covering for a ceiling. The flag should never have anything placed on it.
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Should the American flag be flown in the rain?

However, the flag may be displayed at all times if it's illuminated during darkness. The flag should not be subject to weather damage, so it should not be displayed during rain, snow and wind storms unless it is an all-weather flag.
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What is the order of precedence for flags?

The order of precedence for flags is 1) National, 2) State, 3) Military (in order of creation date), and 4) Other.
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What does a full black American flag mean?

What does a black American Flag mean? Black flags have historically been used to signify that no quarter will be given. When translated into modern language, this means that captured enemy combatants will be killed rather than taken prisoner.
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Where should a flag pole be placed in a yard?

It should be lower than the highest part of your roof. Flagpoles that are around 20 feet tall are typically a good fit. The further your flagpole is from your house, the taller you may want it to be.
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Is The Thin Blue Line American flag disrespectful?

In May 2021, the Edmonton Police Association drew criticism for flying a thin blue line flag atop their building. In response, a representative for the police association stated that they didn't "know where and how the symbolism of the blue line flag turned into being considered a racist or hateful type of thing".
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Why are flags backwards on police uniforms?

If the US flag is seen on the right arm with the blue corner on the left it portrays retreat. When it's on the right arm and the blue square is on the right it portrays attack or offense and continuing to move forward. If it's on your right arm where the blue on the right (looks backward).
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Why do you have to burn the American flag when it touches the ground?

Nowhere in the U.S. Flag Code does it say that the American flag must be burned or retired if it touches the ground. This is simply has a myth that many Americans have come to believe over the years. You should still use caution to avoid letting the American flag touch the ground.
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What is the only flag that can be flown above the U.S. flag?

If two flags fly side-by-side, the U.S. flag must be on the flag's right (and the viewer's left). If the U.S. flag flies with multiple state flags, the U.S. must be in the center and higher than the rest. No flag may fly above the U.S. flag, but according to those guidelines all state flags may fly at the same height.
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Can you fly another flag under the American flag on the same pole?

Yes, you can fly two flags from the same flagpole. You just need to have two sets of snap hooks, and they can be on the same rope or halyard. The United States flag will always go on top. Typically you leave approximately one foot of space between the United States flag and the flag underneath.
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When displaying the flags of two or more nations how are they hung?

When flags of two or more nations are displayed, they are to be flown from separate staffs of the same height. The flags should be of approximately equal size. International usage forbids the display of the flag of one nation above that of another nation in time of peace.
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What are the coordinate of green flag?

It can be observed that Niharika posted the green flag at 1/4th of the distance AD i.e., (1×100/4)m = 25m from the starting point of 2nd line. Therefore, the coordinates of this point M is (2, 25).
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What are the coordinate of red flag?

Similarly, Preet posted red flag at 1/5 of the distance AD i.e., ( 1 × 100 5 ) m = 20m from the starting point of 8th line. Therefore, the coordinates of this point R are (8, 20).
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At what distance niharika posted the green flag from starting point of second line?

100 flower pots have been placed at a distance of 1m from each other along AD, as shown in Fig. Niharika runs 41th the distance AD on the 2nd line and posts a green flag.
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Do you need permission to put up a flag pole?

If you intend to fly the Union flag or national flag of any country then you do not need planning permission to install a flagpole. Mounted flagpoles used for advertising and promotional purposes are controlled under Advertisement Regulations and would normally require consent from your local council.
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How long should a flagpole be for a 3x5 flag?

We recommend a 5 ft flagpole for a 2x3 ft flag, and a 6 ft pole for a 3x5 ft flag. Flags larger than 3x5 ft are generally too large for pole and bracket display. 3x5 ft flags are attractive on medium to large size homes and 2x3 ft or 2.5x4 ft are more proportionate for smaller homes.
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