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The day has also been designated as a day that the US flag should be
flown at half-staff from sunrise to sundown, not just until noon as is
done on Memorial Day. In addition the people of the United States are
asked to observe a moment of silence on Patriot Day in remembrance of the
victims.
Many people have asked if Government offices, schools, banks, etc. will
be closed on that day. We don’t have that information at this time but
as decisions are made we will keep you informed.
Patriot Day should not be confused with Patriot’s Day, a regional
holiday celebrated in New England on the third Monday in April which
commemorates Paul Revere’s ride and the battle of Lexington &
Concord during the Revolutionary War. The Boston Marathon is run on
Patriot’s Day every year.
For a copy of the Public Law, visit the National Flag Foundation at www.americanflags.org.
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