The American Legion, Post 45, Meriden, Connecticut conducts a Disposal of Unserviceable Flags Ceremony, June 10, 2018 in Meriden, Conn. The purpose of The American Legion in adopting this ceremony was to encourage proper respect for the Flag of the United States and to provide for disposal of unserviceable flags in a dignified manner. (Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Tamara R. Dabney/released)