

The certificate includes the distinctive unit insignia of the 12th Infantry Regiment of the Michigan Army National Guard, and it is signed by Robert A. All who gaze upon this flag should recognize they are being served and entertained by True American Patriots who enthusiastically support the Warriors of this Great Nation.” The flag accompanying this certificate was proudly flown in their honor above the Command Post of Hotel Company, 1st BN, 125th IN on Camp Ramadi, Iraq for the month of July 2008. Since the beginning of the War on Terror, the Finnegan’s Crew has entertained countless Service Members and their families and made their experience a memorable one. “To all who shall see these presents, greetings: This flag is presented to The Finnegan’s Crew at Universal Studios, Orlando in honor of their patriotism, support, love and respect.

Here’s what the smaller type, in a calligraphy-style font and under capitalization rules that don’t follow Associated Press style, says: Behind the bar for several years has been a framed, ceremoniously folded American flag … in an Irish bar?įrom my seat I could see it says “Certificate of Honor” across the top. (Dewayne Bevil/Orlando Sentinel) SaluteĪlthough I’ve been in Finnegan’s, the restaurant/bar at Universal Studios theme park, many times, on my last visit something familiar struck me as odd. It dates back to the ‘War on Terror,’ according to the famed certificate. The merchandise can be seen at Universal’s theme parks and resorts, at Universal CityWalk and online at An American flag is on display behind the bar at Finnegan’s restaurant at Universal Studios. The rainbow-tinged goodies for sale primarily fall under the “Love Is Universal” theme, and include mugs, tumblers, T-shirts, caps, fanny packs, candles, keychains, magnets, fans and the like.
