Should I Fly the American flag in my yard Half Mast ?

Question

Being an Army Wife I know many people in my husbands unit , they have became my friends and his , And I consider all of them Military Family . My husband along with his unit is in Iraq right now . the other day 2 men from my husbands unit were killed and my husband was friends with them both . My question is . Should I fly our American Flag Half Mast ? Or is that something only Big Government buildings do , such as Police Stations , Fire Stations , Court House , and places like that . I want to Honor them both , they were great men . . Rest in Peace Spc Menke and Ssg Henry

Answer 1

I believe it would be a great jesture to do so. It's not illegal and you know the persons personally. So go ahead. Sorry for the loss. I'm certain they were great soldiers.

Answer 2

How to Honor and Display the American Flag.

Answer 3

I am so sorry for your loss... it is shared my many of us as well.

In reading Item M from the link below it does appear that flying the American flag at half mast is done when a government official passes.

I did find several links that mention attaching a black ribbon to the top of the flag as a gesture of mourning, and have referenced one of them below.  I like that idea and will be purchasing a black ribbon to fly with our flag.

God Bless you and your Husband and the troops that dedicate their lives.  

Answer 4

You should do anything that makes you feal better.  VERY sorry to hear of your and their families loss.

Answer 5

It's your flag, and your yard, and you certainly have the right to fly it at half-mast if you choose. What a wonderful way to honor some special people in your life!  Thanks for this uplifting question.