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Flags to Be Lowered for Memorial Day

Duke University will follow a request from N.C. Governor Pat McCrory to lower all United States and North Carolina flags to half-staff from sunrise until noon on Monday, May 26. The governor encourages all citizens to display flags at half-staff at their homes and businesses as well, as a sign of honor and respect for the sacrifices of our armed services personnel.

"The servicemen and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation’s freedoms are deserving of our unceasing gratitude and admiration," said Governor Pat McCrory. "I ask that you join us in honoring them on Memorial Day by lowering all NC and US flags to half-staff from sunrise until noon."