How a Chevrolet Dealer Shows Off Our Grand Old Flag All Year Long
Posted: Tuesday, November 10, 2009
by Fran Larson
http://www.franniesquotes.com/
When I commute from Zephyrhills to Dade City on 301, I always notice a very tall, graceful, beautiful flag. It brings to my mind things like Veteran's Day or the 4 th of July or our military fighting for our nation. I began to wonder if there was a story behind this wonderful flag in front of Chevrolet of Dade City.
When I chatted with Dale Allison of Chevrolet of Dade City, the first thing he said was "The American value of the Chevrolet car is tired to the American Dream. I can't imagine buying a Chevrolet without looking at the flag."
Many Chevrolet dealers do have a flag but not all. Mr. Allison explained it is a personal thing. It is up to the owner. He said Mr. Buddy Foster, the owner made that choice.
Dale Allison seemed happy to talk about the flag.
"It is such a beautiful flag. Right before a rainstorm just last week, the flag was standing at full attention. The wind blew and got hold of it, but it just stood tall. It gave me goose bumps."
He went on to say that the Chevrolet mantra used to be: Chevrolet, baseballs, hot dogs, apple pie and Chevrolet.
The last thing he said to me was "It's flying here because we love it."
Off with your hat, as the flag goes by!
And let the heart have its say;
you're man enough for a tear in your eye
that you will not wipe away.
~Henry Cuyler Bunner
The Salute
Flag Salute: Servicemen and Veterans Not in Uniform Can Now Salute
September 10, 2007
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Jim Inhofe (R-Okla..) today praised the passage by unanimous consent of his bill (S.1877) clarifying U.S. law to allow veterans and servicemen not in uniform to salute the flag. Current law (US Code Title 4, Chapter 1) states that veterans and servicemen not in uniform should place their hand over their heart without clarifying whether they can or should salute the flag.
"The salute is a form of honor and respect, representing pride in one's military service," Senator Inhofe said. "Veterans and service members continue representing the military services even when not in uniform. "Unfortunately, current U.S. law leaves confusion as to whether veterans and service members out of uniform can or should salute the flag. My legislation will clarify this regulation, allowing veterans and servicemen alike to salute the flag, whether they are in uniform or not. "I look forward to seeing those who have served saluting proudly at baseball games, parades, and formal events. I believe this is an appropriate way to honor and recognize the 25 million veterans in the United States who have served in the military and remain as role models to others citizens. Those who are currently serving or have served in the military have earned this right, and their recognition will be an inspiration to others."
This Bill was passed July 25, 2007. Please let your veteran friends know about the passage of this Bill.
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