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Presidential·Proclamation·3 months ago

Flags Lowered Nationwide to Honor Specialist Sarah Beckstrom

Key Points

  • The President orders United States flags lowered to half-staff to honor Specialist Sarah Beckstrom of the West Virginia Army National Guard
  • Flags on federal buildings and grounds, military bases, naval stations, and ships are lowered until sunset on December 4, 2025
  • United States embassies and consulates around the world also lower their flags for the same period
  • This is a sign of respect and mourning; it does not change services or require action from private businesses, though anyone may choose to take part
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Presidential Proclamation

Official Title

Honoring the Memory of Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, West Virginia Army National Guard

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