The Origin, Design and Proper Display of Service Flag; Persons Entitled to Representation and Meaning of Stars

Abstract

The following article has been prepared for the OFFICIAL BULLETIN by Brig. Gen. Nathan William MacChesney, formerly of the Illinois National Guard; who bas been assigned as a lieutenant colonel judge advocate, National Army, to the Headquarters Central Department, United States Army, Chicago: THE SERVICE FLAG. In response to many inquiries with reference to the service flag, its origin and established usage, the following memorandum has been prepared from the best available information--not as an official, authoritative statement, but to answer such inquiries and for the information and guidance of those who may desire to follow it.

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Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 25, 1918
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AD1111430

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