The U.S. military changes its uniforms every so often. Whenever this happens, servicemembers must go out and draw or purchase new gear, including everything from new boots to new military helmet ...

Rooted in war history, the reversed American flag on military uniforms and moving vehicles follows US Flag Code, ensuring it appears as though it is flying forward.

A lot of people ask, "Why is the US flag reversed when it's on an arm patch of a US military ... of Flags," explains why American flags are reversed on military uniforms. Following is a transcript ...