Dear editor,
Our flag has many names, the most popular being “The Stars and Stripes.” No one knows whence that name came.
In 1814, Francis Scott Key called it “The Star Spangled Banner.” Ten years later, William Driver, a sea captain from Salem, Mass., my birth place — FYI Salem is the ancient name for Jerusalem, which Obama and Kerry advocate dividing, sacrilege, but that’s another story! — named it “Old Glory.”
I love it! My heart is stirred whenever I see her displayed, often bringing tears to my eyes! Would (hope) to God all Americans felt the same. Sad to say, some are still disrespectful, burning it even recently at political events. Shame, shame!
“Old Glory” stands for the land, the people, the government and the ideals of the United States. Many sacrificed their lives that she may continue to fly in the land of the free and the home of the brave, America! Thank God for them! May they rest in peace. Thank God for those serving today as well.
Two patriots whom I respect for their great love of country were born on Flag Day, June 14, Sheriff Arpaio of Arizona, and Donald Trump — gutsy individuals, Americans par excellence!
God Bless us, as only He can. Maranatha!
CHRYS HOLLEY
Milton
This article originally appeared on Santa Rosa Press Gazette: LETTER: Respect the American flag