Being a vexillologist, Richard:
...was curious about the height of the flag pole and the size of the flag to be flown from it. As this is a memorial to our military veterans and those killed in our nation's wars, I was reasonably sure the flag would be "G-spec" - meaning it would meet the current requirements that the U.S. Flag have an aspect ratio of 1.9:1; but I was curious about what size the architect had chosen. As it turns out, I was wrong to make that assumption.
About two weeks prior to the dedication ceremony, I made preliminary efforts to contact some of the people who were on the memorial committee, asking them about the height of the pole and the size of the flag to be flown. I heard back from two members, but neither one had the answers. One recommended that I contact the Mt. Lebanon PIO person, Ms. Susan Morgans. I anon wrote to Ms. Morgans, explaining to her that I was a professional Vexillologist and a registered Government Contractor, and my primary business was supplying military streamers and flags to military departments and organizations. I asked her for the height of the pole and the size of the flag. Her response was as follows:
"The architects are well aware of the specs and the flag and pole conform. Thanks."Yesterday, I received the following email from Mr. Gideon:
I am very pleased to report that a new U.S. Flag meeting the U.S. CODE, TITLE 4 (which includes EO10834 and PL94-344) and DDD-F-416F (a Department of Defense document describing proper U.S. Flags for use on military reservations) is now flying at the Mt. Lebanon Veterans' Memorial. It measures 8'11 3/8in x17' and is made out of parachute grade Nylon material. I was just up there and took a number of photos. When the wind catches it the sight is awe inspiring!
V/r
Richard Gideon
Richard included a photo in his email. Spectacular, Richard. Thank you for your efforts!
