85 year old Army Veteran Paul Gottfried recites Ragged Old Flag

Legionnaire Paul Gottfried, of Post 254 in Johnstown, Ohio does a wonderful job reciting Ragged Old Flag, written by Johnny Cash. The lyrics of this song help us remember what the American Flag has endured. They are good words to help us honor and remember all who have served to protect our American Flag!

Paul Gottfried, veteran and member of the American Legion in Johnstown, OH, recites the Ragged Old Flag, by Johnny Cash. Gottfried performed this hundreds of times for school children during ceremonies over the years. He has stage four brain cancer and his post wanted his recitations recorded. He is a true patriot and loves old glory like no other.

Author: Web Team

Rick is a veteran of the Marine Corps and served during the Vietnam War era. He serves as a Technical Advisor to the Media and Communications Commission. He is a member of the Department Web Team. Rick received the Otto Hasse Legionnaire of the Year Award in 2016, Department of California Award for work on the department website in 2019, and in 2023 Rick received The American Legion Medal of Merit from the Department of California.