How did the custom of lowering the flag for dignitaries that have died get started?
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Because remember all of our flag rules come from rules that helped merchant marines. And other people would see, that for example that if a captain passes away, and this is actually originally how this custom came about, well that ship will fly her flag at half-staff to indicate a fallen leader. www.somethingyoushouldknow.net
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Hope this is helpful: When, where and why did the origin of placing the flag at half-mast come from? When: First(?) recorded instance July 1612. Where: In what is now Canada. Why: Not definitely known. If you consider the phrase used, and the practicalities of hoisting flags, it is likely to be of naval origin and probably not earlier than the 14th Century.
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