He grew up in a patriotic household, many of his family members joined the military, and his father was very meticulous about flag etiquette -- probably more so than your average American.

Flags are also at half-staff at all military posts, naval stations and half-mast on naval vessels. Private companies and citizens can also display flags at half-staff. Jimmy Carter, 39th US ...

The Power and Politics of Flags," explains why American flags are reversed on military uniforms. Following is a transcript of the video. A lot of people ask, "Why is the US flag reversed when it's ...