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To: gamesmistress who wrote (251921)	5/28/2008 4:54:44 PM
From: Neeka	Read Replies (1) of 793914

The arrogance of these so called "highly educated" individuals knows no bounds. I found this while doing a search on saluting the Flag of the U.S. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "As we noted earlier, although the U.S. Flag code still specifies that those present should stand "with the right hand over the heart" during the playing of the U.S. national anthem, that particular form is one that has generally one that has come to be observed less and less consistently among the general public over the decades: Experts on the national anthem say the law seems a bit out of date, given its reference to man's "headdress." Yet its still sited in several military manuals found on the web. Modern custom does not require a hand over the heart, said Ann Garside, director of communication for the Maryland Historical Society, home of the original manuscript of The Star-Spangled Banner. "I think the bottom line is you show respect with your demeanor" she said. "Whether you put your hand over your heart, hold your hat at shoulder level or waist level, is really in this day and age irrelevant." snopes.com

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