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In with a bang
Fourth of July celebrations around the metro area
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As July Fourth nears, some notes on how to treat the U.S. flag BY ROBERT S. WOLF Contributing writer
Independence Day is a quintessential American holiday and the flag is its most visible symbol, but many Americans are unaware that flying the flag is regulated by a set of rules enshrined by the second Continental Congress in 1777. The U.S. Flag Code, known in legal circles as Title 4, United States Code, Sec. 1, lists a detailed set of criteria specifying how the flag is to be displayed, handled and disposed of, said John Wachter, a three-year trustee and former commander of New Orleans VFW Post 8973. Wachter said serving in the Navy made him a strong advocate for proper flag etiquette. “Many people are unaware of the rules for the proper handling of an American flag,” Wachter
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said. “It all boils down to showing respect for the flag and all that it stands for.” Sometimes people who love the flag the most end up unintentionally disrespecting it. “We have First Amendment rights, so people can do what they want with their beliefs, but wearing the American flag is considered disrespecting the flag,” Wachter said. The American Legion (www.legion.org) points out a distinction here. “Unless an article of clothing is made from an actual United States flag, there is no breach of flag etiquette whatsoever. People are simply expressing their patriotism and love of country by wearing an article of clothing that happens to be red, white, and blue
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TO THE MOON: There are six flags on the moon. The first arrived during 1969’s Apollo 11 mission, when Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong planted a flag that NASA rigged to make it appear to be flying in the thin atmosphere. Five subsequent Apollo missions also placed flags. WHO MAKES THEM?: The oldest and largest flag maker is based in New Jersey. Founded in 1847, Annin & Co. now produces more than 3 million full-size American flags yearly, with factories in Virginia and Ohio. Its flags have flown in war, at Olympic ceremonies, presidential inaugurations, on the moon and even covered Abraham Lincoln’s coffin. SCORES OF VERSIONS: There have been 27 official versions of the flag. Each has had a different number of stars. And the flag didn’t always have 13 stripes. In 1794, Kentucky and Vermont were added to the Union, resulting in a 15-stripe flag. In 1818, the third Flag Act reduced the number of stripes back to 13 and provided for one star for each state.
GO 4TH ON THE RIVER: New Orleans’ annual Independence Day free fireworks display will be held July 4 at the New Orleans downtown riverfront, starting at 9 p.m. with a 17-story tall patriotic peacock tail fan created by Pyromania Fireworks. Other activities during the day include performances by the Irish a cappella group Trinitones at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. at Oscar Dunn Park, 768 Decatur St. in New Orleans, across from the Moon Walk, and a water show with plumes of red, white and blue fountains from the Gen. Roy S. Kelley fireboat from 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Port of New Orleans, 1350 Port of New Orleans Place. www.go4thontheriver.com. HAPPY 3RD OF JULY: The free Independence Day weekend event returns for 2025 to the Goldring/Woldenberg Great Lawn at City Park, 6 Victory Ave. in New Orleans, on July 3. The festivities begin at 6 p.m. with patriotic programming featuring the Marine Forces Reserve Band, singalongs and appearances by Captain America and Wonder Woman. The evening culminates with fireworks atop the Peristyle at 9 p.m.
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Children wave flags as fireworks light up the sky during the Uncle Sam Jam at Lafreniere Park in Metairie.
UNCLE SAM JAM: “American Pie” singer Don McLean and country musicians Shenandoah will headline the 30th edition of the free Uncle Sam Jam in Jefferson Parish on July 3. The day-long festival will also include music by the Marine Forces Reserve Band, the ä See CELEBRATIONS, page 2G
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For some pets, firework displays aren’t cause for celebration. Some dogs suffer from severe anxiety triggered by loud noises, leaving them distressed, panting, salivating, pacing and trembling long after the displays are over.
This distress can lead to a pet rundrooling, potty accidents, dilated puThe earsplitting sounds ning pils or wide eyes, and even vomiting way as it tries to escape the are all signs of anxiety in canines. In sounds. In fact, more pets are and intense lights of loud reported missing during celebrations severe cases of fear, seek advice from fireworks can terrify pets that involve fireworks than any other a veterinarian, as medication may be
time of year. The Fourth of July is the number one day of the year for lost pets. Without a doubt, We are getting ready to celon July 5, our social media netebrate July Fourth, and who doesn’t enjoy a good fireworks works will be filled with posts display? of lost and found animals. Pets: That’s who. Dogs have a more acute A beautiful fireworks show is sense of hearing than we do, Traci a great way to celebrate our inso the loud noises are tenfold Howerton for them. Also, fireworks are dependence, but the loud bangs ANIMAL unpredictable, so dogs cannot and booms, screeching sounds RESCUE get acclimated to the frequenand bright flashes of lights can be downright terrifying for cy or repetition of the sounds. many pets. Even cats and dogs that This can cause serious stress and are normally unfazed by loud sounds anxiety. Whining, barking, panting, or lightning and thunder can become trembling, shaking, pacing, hiding, distressed by fireworks. trying to escape, decreased appetite,
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needed. I’ve had dogs that were terrified of fireworks and ones that weren’t bothered. Thankfully, my current pet is in the latter category. Following are some tips to keep pets safe this Independence Day: LEAVE THE PET AT HOME: It is never a good idea to take a dog to a fireworks display or to have it outside when setting off fireworks. Some dogs try to chase and catch the fireworks and can be seriously injured. Also, allow for accidents. If you are away from home, do not be surprised if the dog
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