Memorial Day Flag Ceremony:Noon May 27 at the Heinz History Center (1212 Smallman St.). A crowd will gather for the unfolding and refolding of a gigantic American flag in this special Memorial Day ceremony, which will also include a moment of silence and singing of “The Star Spangled B...
Etiquette in the Corps Click for more information. The Marine Corps is full of traditions and customs, and that comes with many types of military etiquette. 1/23/2025 The Marine Corps is full of traditions and customs, and that comes with many types of military etiquette. We will discuss...
While we were diving in Florida, my husband was carrying the reel that had the diver down flag attached to it. A boat came through with fishing line out and the fishing line caught the line my husband was holding. Next thing I knew he was being yanked up quickly by the boat. Luckily ...
The etiquette of when to wear the poppy is also unclear, and somewhat controversial. Many say the flower should be worn from October 31 on. Others claim that the emblem should be worn from November 1 until Remembrance Day. There's also some speculation about whether the poppy sho...
As always, even a seated show for a folk duo had at least one major concert etiquette issue. A woman sitting in the very front row on the upper level adjacent to the stage (and directly between me and the stage) was whispering loudly into her girlfriend’s ear throughout the entire ni...
In general, however, strict funerary rituals have largely fallen by the wayside, and as a result, more and more people have questions about the etiquette surrounding death. This guide is an attempt to answer those questions and allay any concerns. ...
One is Caffeine Withdrawal, which for a few years now has been a mental disorder. I expect to see jetlag very soon. However, the APA and these other bodies continue to have the power to flag and define sickness and disorders. The power to define mental illness in our society is the ...
When planning a funeral for a United States veteran, you may be eligible to receive a U.S. flag to be draped over the casket or to accompany the urn. This service is provided free of charge and with a great respect for the service provided by the dec... more »Incoming...