The Meaning of the Flag-Draped Coffin.

What a wonderful lesson this was for me. I do not recall ever being taught
this in school. "The Meaning of the Flag-Draped Coffin!" 

All American's should be given this lesson. Those who think that America is
an arrogant nation, should really reconsider that thought. Our founding
fathers used GOD's word and teachings to establish our Great Nation, & I
think it's high time Americans get reeducated about this Nation's history. 

Please pass it along & be proud of the country we live in, & even more proud
of those who serve to protect our 'GOD-GIVEN' rights & freedoms. I hope you
take the time to read this. To understand what the flag draped coffin really
means. 

Here is how to understand the flag that laid upon it & is surrendered to so
many widows and widowers: Do you know that at military funerals, the 21-gun
salute stands for the sum of the numbers in the year 1776? 

Have you ever noticed that the honor guard pays meticulous attention to
correctly folding the United States of America Flag 13 times? 

You probably thought it was to symbolize the original 13 colonies, but we
learn something new every day! The 1st fold of the flag is a symbol of life.
The 2nd fold is a symbol of the belief in eternal life. The 3rd fold is made
in honor, and remembrance of the veteran's departing the ranks who gave a
portion of their lives for the defense of the country to attain peace
throughout the world. The 4th fold represents the weaker nature, for as
American citizen's trusting in God, it's to Him we turn in times of peace,
as well as in time of war for His divine guidance. The 5th fold is a tribute
to the country, for in the word's of Stephen Decatur, 'Our Country in
dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it's still our
country, right or wrong.' The 6th fold is for where people's hearts lie.
It's with their heart that they pledge allegiance to the flag of the United
States of America, & the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God,
indivisible, with Liberty & Justice for all.

The 7th fold is a tribute to its Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed
Forces that they protect their country, and their flag against all her
enemies, whether they be found within, or without the boundaries of their
republic. The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley
of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day. The 9th fold is
a tribute to womanhood, & Mother's. For it has been through their faith,
their love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the men, and women
who've made this country great has been molded. The 10th fold is a tribute
to the father, for he, too, has given his son's, & daughter's, for the
defense of their country, since they were first born. The 11th fold
represents the lower portion of the seal of King David, and King Solomon,
and glorifies in the Hebrews eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac, & Jacob. The
12th fold represent's an emblem of eternity, and glorifies, in the
Christian's eyes, God the Father, the Son, and Holy Spirit. The 13th fold,
or when the flag is completely folded, the star's are uppermost reminding
them, of their Nation's motto, 'In God We Trust.' 

After the flag's completely folded & 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 Sailor's, and Marine's who served under Captain
John Paul Jones, who were followed by their comrades & shipmates in the
Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for them the rights,
privileges & freedoms they enjoy today. 

There are some traditions & ways of doing things that have deep meaning. In
the future, you will see flags folded, & now you'll know why.

Please share this with the children you love, and all other's who love what
is referred to as the symbol of 'Liberty and Freedom.' 

MAYBE THE SUPREME COURT SHOULD READ THIS EXPLANATION BEFORE THEY RENDER
THEIR DECISION ON THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. FORWARD IT; MAYBE SOMEONE WITH
THE NECESSARY POWER, OR POLITICAL, & FINANCIAL INFLUENCE, WILL GET IT TO
THEM. IN THE MEANTIME, MAY GOD PROTECT US ALWAYS. ONE NATION, UNDER GOD,
WITH LIBERTY, AND JUSTICE FOR ALL.