Learn How to Properly Fold the American Flag: Expert Tutorial

0:00 - 0:23 - Intro 0:23 - 0:36 - How to Properly Hold the Flag 0:36 - 0:41 - Step 1 0:41 - 1:10 - Step 2 1:10 - 2:10 - Step 3 2:10 - 2:18 - Outro In this step-by-step tutorial, flag experts demonstrate the traditional military-style method for folding a 5 ft. x 9.5 ft. "casket" American flag into a proper triangle. Navy veteran Kirk and his son Wesley from FlagandBanner.com show the respectful two-person technique used by veterans and military personnel nationwide. What You'll Learn: • Proper hand positioning for both people (stars vs. stripes placement) • Step-by-step folding technique with precise instructions • How to fold the flag in half lengthwise twice before triangle folding • Triangle folding method at 90-degree angles • Final tucking technique to secure the fold and cover exposed red stripes Key Steps Covered: 1. Two-person setup with correct corner positioning 2. Initial lengthwise folds with Union (stars) placement 3. Triangle folding technique starting from the striped end 4. Securing the final fold properly This traditional flag folding method shows proper respect for the American flag and follows established military protocol. Perfect for veterans, scouts, schools, and anyone wanting to learn respectful flag handling. SHOP PRODUCTS USED IN THIS VIDEO 5 ft. x 9.5 ft. American flag https://www.flagandbanner.com/flags/u... Expert instruction from FlagandBanner.com - America's flag experts since 1975 Visit FlagandBanner.com for premium American flags and flag care supplies at https://www.flagandbanner.com/flags/a... Have more questions? Visit our FAQs page at https://www.flagandbanner.com/custome... Have a question that isn't answered in our video? Feel free to email us at [email protected] or call or text us at 1+ (501) 375-7633 For more information on how to contact us, click here: https://www.flagandbanner.com/custome... FlagandBanner.com has all the solutions for your flag needs: http://www.flagandbanner.com/ #snaphooks #FlagpoleRope #HalyardRope #flaginstallation #FlagpoleHardware #flagsetup #diyflag #FlagpoleMaintenance #americanflag #flagcare #flagpoleaccessories #ResidentialFlagpole #flagtutorial #FlagpoleRepair #patrioticdisplay