AR 840-10 — Flags, Guidons, And Streamers

AR 840-10 governs the design, acquisition, display, disposition, and use of Army flags, guidons, streamers, plates, and tabards.

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  • Publication number: AR 840-10
  • Title: FLAGS, GUIDONS, AND STREAMERS
  • Date: 08/19/2025
  • Proponent: G-1
  • Status: ACTIVE

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AR 840-10 establishes authority and basis of issue for heraldic items used by Department of the Army organizations and personnel. It also addresses flag materials, design standards, restrictions, United States flag display, and flags used by senior government officials.

Applies to: This regulation prescribes the design, acquisition, display, disposition, and use of flags, guidons, streamers, automobile and aircraft plates, tabards, by Department of the Army (DA) organizations and personnel.

Topics covered

  • United States flag display
  • Flag designs
  • Flag materials
  • Flag restrictions
  • United Nations flag
  • Foreign national flags
  • Danger flags and streamers
  • Organizational colors and guidons

Questions and answers

What design must the U.S. flag have?

The U.S. flag will always be displayed or carried in ceremonies when any other flags are displayed or carried. (paragraph 2-1)

How many U.S. flags may be flown at one time at a CONUS Army installation?

Only one flag of the United States will be flown at one time at any continental United States (CONUS) Army installation, except as authorized by the senior commander. (paragraph 2-2)

Which flag may be flown from a flagpole over a CONUS Army installation?

The flag of the United States is the only flag that may be flown from a flagpole over a CONUS Army installation unless an exception is granted. (paragraph 2-2)

Are unauthorized flags and guidons prohibited?

Flags, guidons, streamers, and components that are not described in this regulation or approved by the Director, TIOH are prohibited. (paragraph 1-8)

Can designs prescribed by AR 840-10 be altered?

The designs prescribed by this regulation will not be altered except by authority of the Director, TIOH. (paragraph 1-8)

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