Prattsville Hose Company Forms Color Guard

PRATTSVILLE — Prattsville Hose Company (PHC) is proud to share that a Color Guard has been formed.

This is a group of members who lead the PHC line of march.

The Color Guard consists of the American Flag, the POW-MIA Flag and a custom made PHC Flag.

It also includes 2 additional members that carry axes to ‘guard’ the flag bearers.

All actions, movements, and procedures are performed in accordance with the US Flag Code.

It is with great pride that members of the Color Guard perform their duties which are done with the utmost honor, patriotism, and respect.

All that is done is not for themselves.

It is for our Country, those who have served (many of whom did not return home) as well as those who are currently serving.

It is also to serve as a reminder for the community to share their patriotism and respect for our Country and community.

While the Color Guard is responsible for the public display, the flags are also on permanent display at PHC Headquarters.

During PHC events they represent the pride of all PHC members.

When others use the PHC facilities, it is expected that they are treated with the same level of pride and respect.

While the Color Guard and the flag itself are symbols of pride and patriotism, it is trusted that all display those same values in all that they do.