Flag Day March Culminates in Solemn Salute to Old Glory
Published 06.15.2017
– Photos by Tia G. La, student photographer
Measuring 1,800 square feet, the largest American flag permitted to fly from a pole, the Stars and Stripes swells with national pride in a pre-summer evening's breeze.
The Flags Across America March travels east on Hagan Way, nearing its destination outside the Student & Administrative Services Center.
A young patriot adds to Scouting's sizable presence.
Whether on foot power or some other means of transport, fans of the Stars and Stripes make their way to campus.
Attendees stand together as part of a nationwide pledge.
In heartfelt allegiance
Vets' faces offer a striking tableau of selfless service.
Scouts exhibit the proper way to fold a flag.
Lycoming County Commissioner Rick Mirabito shares a colonial history lesson of America's earliest days.
Albert Campbell, one of a crowd of Scouts in attendance, shows his reverence.
Rodney O. Brien, a member of the Korean War Veterans Honor Guard, joins colleagues in tribute.
Master of ceremonies William P. Carlucci presents a trophy to event founder "Anthony L. DiSalvo, in recognition of a lifetime of service to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands."
The Repasz Band entertains the crowd with patriotic selections from its time-tested repertoire.