Purification of the Flame

REDWOOD: to remind us of the Red Blooded Americans who fought and died to build our nation under this flag.

OAK: for the rugged strength that carried the flag across this nation and today reaches for the stars.

CEDAR: to protect us from pestilence and corruption and preserve our American way of life.

WALNUT: to remind us of the rich soil, the beautiful countryside, and the fruitful brotherhood founded by our ancestors.

The Flames are now purified.