The American Legion of Bandon, the nation's largest wartime veterans service organization, offered a presentation on proper flag etiquette to the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Coos Bay Chapter. This collaboration underscores both organizations' shared commitment to honoring the American flag. By sharing our knowledge of proper flag etiquette, we hope to ensure its respectful display by all Americans. Gary Sands Adjutant American Legion of Bandon covered folding and handling the flag with respect, the symbolism behind the flag’s design and colors, and the retirement of worn flags with proper ceremony. If you need a flag blessed or help properly disposing of one, please contact The American Legion at (541) 347-9277. The American Legion is the nation's largest wartime veterans service organization, committed to veteran welfare, national security, and Americanism. If interested in joining or for more information on the American Legion in Bandon, please visit their website vfw3440.org

Founded in 1890, the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) is a non-profit, non-political women's service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving history, and securing America's future. Its members descend from patriots who aided the American Revolution. With over 185,000 members in approximately 3,000 chapters across the world, DAR is one of the largest women's service organizations in the world. If you would like more information on joining please email darcoosbaychapter@gmail.com

The Coos Bay Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution would like to extend a thank you to Gary Sands Adjutant and the entire American Legion Post and also the Coos Bay Public Library for their assistance in collecting flags to be properly disposed of

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