The annual Flag Day ceremonial retirement of American Flags took place Wednesday morning (June 14th) at American Legion Post 210 in Danville.
All year long, residents are encouraged to drop old American Flags inside that special mail box just to the left of Post 210’s main entrance. Incoming Commander Bob Balla says that mailbox is cleared out many times throughout the year; with the flags set aside for the next Flag Day ceremony.
(First Picture) American Legion Post 210 Commander Dave Morris gives order for ceremony to begin.
Audio PlayerAUDIO: It’s often done maybe three or four times a week. So, we do definitely gain a lot of flags here that are properly disposed of.
Current commander Dave Morris says this proper retirement of American Flags by ceremonial burning creates a reflective moment for all who attend each year.
Danville Fire Department stands watch over proper ceremonial burning retirement of American Flags; while mailbox outside Post 210 entrance awaits donations for next year’s ceremony.
Audio PlayerAUDIO: Yes, I think so. And it’s something; a tradition here, but we’re going to try and keep in going.
Bob Balla will take over for Dave Morris as Post 210 Commander on July 1st.
