Why We Stand For The Flag Gen Dempsey

Usa today september 18 2016 by gen.

Why we stand for the flag gen dempsey.

Why we stand for the flag. Why we stand for the flag martin e. Dempsey there are very few opportunities for americans to come together pause and reflect on the hope that is only possible with freedom and democracy. 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.

Flash back from usa today archives martin e. Dempsey retires from the military after 41 years in service and is succeeded by marine gen. Why we stand for the flag. Why we stand for the flag.

We sing a little louder and prouder. The flag of the united states of america is a symbol of freedom and liberty to which americans pledge their allegiance. Dempsey i don t agree with everything america has done but the world is a better place because it exists. We stand for the flag and anthem so they can stand for the flag and anthem.

Even possibly we find a tear welling in the corner of our eye as we humbly and solemnly honor all those who have sacrificed for every freedom we enjoy in this imperfect yet greatest nation in all of history the. Standing at attention and facing the flag with their right hand over the heart they recite. The american flag and its flying rules. The ceremony took place at joint base myer henderson hall in washington on sept.

Commanded special operations forces in iraq and the international mission in afghanistan and was the architect of the raid that. We stand a little taller and remain standing a little longer after the anthem is played. In the course of everyday life there are very few opportunities for the people of the united states to come together pause and reflect on the hope that is only possible with freedom and democracy.