American Flag Institute

Business & Government

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Flag history, protocol training, ceremonies and displays for agencies, companies and civic organizations.

The presentation

The story of the flag, told for adults

A presentation on the history, symbolism and correct handling of the American flag, illustrated with real flags from a collection of more than 1,800. It’s tailored to your audience, from a lunchtime civic club to a formal government program.

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Who we work with

For organizations that fly the flag

City and county councils
State agencies and courts
Businesses and corporate events
Rotary, Lions and civic clubs
VFW, American Legion, DAR and SAR
Military units and veterans groups
Libraries and museums
JROTC and cadet programs
Services

Protocol, ceremony and expertise

Protocol consultation

Correct placement, order of precedence and display rules under the U.S. Flag Code and Department of Defense guidance, with written protocol reports on request.

Flag-protocol training

Hands-on training for administrators, facilities staff, color guards and student leaders: handling, folding, placement and ceremonies.

Ceremonies & commemorations

Memorial Day, Veterans Day and Armed Forces Day programs, retirements, promotions and change-of-command events.

Flag retirement ceremonies

Dignified retirement of worn flags, following VFW, American Legion and Scouting standards.

Color guard support

Equipment, training and protocol guidance for formal color guard presentations.

Flag design advising

Creating a flag for your city, school or organization? Get guidance from someone who helped shape Utah’s new state flag.

Historical flag exhibitions

Curated Revolutionary War, Civil War and Utah flag displays with narrative signage for museums, libraries and civic venues.

Collection assessment

Professional assessment of historical flag collections for insurance, estates or charitable donation.

Credentials

Why organizations call DeVaughn

Utah State Flag

Member of the state committee behind the 2024 flag

Since 2013

Member, North American Vexillological Association

U.S. Space Force

Contributed to the Space Force and Space Force Cadet Corps flags

12 awards

President’s Volunteer Service Awards: bronze, silver and gold

Every engagement is quoted

Plan your presentation or ceremony

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Tell us about your audience, date and venue. DeVaughn will recommend the right program, display and protocol, and send a quote.