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Home News ‘Enough Is Enough’: A ‘Wall’ of Veterans Joins Portland Protesters

‘Enough Is Enough’: A ‘Wall’ of Veterans Joins Portland Protesters

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A group of military vets formed a wall on the front lines of protests in Portland, Ore., a week after federal officers struck a Navy Veteran who said he approached them to ask a question.





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A veteran’s family must request a United States flag.

A flag is provided at no cost to drape the casket or accompany the urn of a deceased veteran. Generally, the flag is given to the next of kin. Only one flag may be provided per veteran. Upon the request of the family, an “Application for United States Flag for Burial Purposes” (VA Form 21-2008) must be submitted along with a copy of the veteran’s discharge papers. Flags may be obtained from VA regional offices and most U.S. Post Offices.