American's Creed and Our Flag
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The American's Creed "I believe in the United States of America as a government of the people, by the people, for the people, whose just powers are derived from the consent of the governed; a democracy in a republic, a sovereign Nation of many sovereign States; a perfect Union, one and inseparable; established upon those principles of freedom, equality, justice and humanity, for which American patriots sacrificed their lives and fortunes. I therefore believe it is my duty to my country to love it; to support its Constitution; to obey its laws; to respect its flag; and to defend it against all enemies." --William Tyler Page (1918) --William Tyler Page (1918) Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America
"I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the
United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one
Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for
all." --Francis Bellamy (1892)
Pledge to the Texas Flag
"Honor the Texas Flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."
Why The American Flag is Folded 13 Times
* The first fold of our flag is a symbol of life. * The second fold is a symbol
of our belief in eternal life.
* The
third fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing our
ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the
defense of our country to attain peace throughout the world. * The fourth
fold represents our weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God,
it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in time of war
for His divine guidance. * The fifth fold is tribute to our country, for in
the words of Stephen Decatur, "Our Country, in dealing with other countries,
may she always be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong." *
The sixth fold is for where our hearts lie. It is with our heart that we
pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the
Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty
and Justice for all. * The seventh fold is a tribute to our Armed Forces,
for it is through the Armed Forces that we protect our country and our flag
against all her enemies, whether they be found within or without the
boundaries of our republic. * The eighth fold is a tribute to the one who
entered into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of
days, and to honor mother, for whom it flies on Mother's Day. * The ninth
fold is a tribute to womanhood; for it has been through their faith, their
love, loyalty and devotion,that the character of the men and women who have
made this country great has been molded. * The tenth fold is a tribute to
the father, for he, too, had given his sons and daughters for the defense of
our country since they were first born. * The eleventh fold, in the eyes of
a Hebrew citizen, represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and
King Solomon, and glorifies in their eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac and
Jacob. * The twelfth fold, in the eyes of a Christian citizen, represents
and emblem of eternity and glorifies, in their eyes, God the father, the Son,
and Holy Spirit. * When the flag is completely folded, the stars are
uppermost reminding us of our nation's motto, "In God We Trust". After the
flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a
cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under General George
Washington, and the sailors and marines who served under Captain John Paul
Jones, who were followed by their comrades and shipmates in the Armed Forces
of the United States, preserving for us the rights, privileges, and freedoms
we enjoy today. |
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