american flag patch
By bmorehouse1
@bmorehouse1 (1028)
United States
April 6, 2009 2:06pm CST
Everytime I see an American soldier and see the American flag patch that is on their right shoulder I have a question that comes to mind. The flag seems to be facing backwards. On Boy Scout uniforms the flag goes the other direction. Does anyone know why the flag on our soldiers uniforms seems to be flying backwards?
2 responses
@spalladino (17891)
• United States
8 Apr 09
The flag patch worn by American soldiers is symbolic of the men who used to march into battle with an actual flag. So steady and strong that the flag would blow behind them. On the arms of our soldiers, the flag faces as if being carried into battle, blowing behind them.
@bmorehouse1 (1028)
• United States
8 Apr 09
Thanks so much for the info. I have never heard that before. I learned something new today!! Now if someone asks I will be able to answer the question. Best wishes!
