West Milford veterans, scouts retire American flags
West Milford. Members of the West Milford Elks Lodge, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7198 and Boy Scout Troop 224 conducted a Flag Day ceremony and flag retirement June 14.
| 16 Jun 2026 | 03:59
The West Milford Veterans of Foreign Wars hold an American flag. (
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West Milford VFW Commander Rudy Hass salutes a retired American flag. (
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Boys scouts open an American flag. (
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Boy Scouts salute a retired American flag. (
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Members of West Milford Elks Lodge 2236, VFW Post 7198 and Boy Scout Troop 224 joined together June 14 to conduct a Flag Day ceremony and retire several worn American flags.
The event was held on Flag Day and included a ceremony honoring the American flag and its significance as a symbol of the nation.
Following the observance, participants conducted an official flag retirement ceremony. In keeping with established flag etiquette, the unserviceable flags were properly folded, respectfully burned and saluted by those in attendance.
Organizers said the annual tradition serves as a reminder of the importance of honoring the American flag and the values it represents.
