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Flags Lowered for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service

Flag Status | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of Management and Budget | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, October 7, 2016



Everyday across Delaware, thousands of firefighters serve their communities and protect the public by responding to not only fires but almost any emergency situation. In honor of the men and women who have died while protecting Delawareans, in recognition of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service (to be held on Sunday, October 9) and in concurrence with an order from President Obama, Governor Markell has ordered the United States flag and Delaware flag at state buildings and facilities be flown at half-staff beginning this afternoon until the start of business on Monday, October 10.

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Flags Lowered for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service

Flag Status | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of Management and Budget | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, October 7, 2016



Everyday across Delaware, thousands of firefighters serve their communities and protect the public by responding to not only fires but almost any emergency situation. In honor of the men and women who have died while protecting Delawareans, in recognition of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service (to be held on Sunday, October 9) and in concurrence with an order from President Obama, Governor Markell has ordered the United States flag and Delaware flag at state buildings and facilities be flown at half-staff beginning this afternoon until the start of business on Monday, October 10.

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