Gov. Kim Reynolds has ordered all flags in Iowa to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, March 8, in honor of former Iowa Attorney General Evan “Curly” Hultman. Hultman, a highly decorated World War II veteran, enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1943 and later served in the Army Reserve for 50 years, reaching the rank of major general in 1980. His military honors include the Army’s Distinguished Service Medal and the U.S. Secretary of Defense Distinguished Public Service Medal. After his military service, Hultman earned a law degree from the University of Iowa and was elected Iowa attorney general in 1960. He also served as a U.S. district attorney under three presidents. Reynolds says, “Curly was an extraordinary Iowan and a highly decorated World War II veteran who dedicated himself to serving our country as a soldier and serving our state as a public servant. After a long career in law, Curly supported his fellow war veterans by raising funds for numerous veteran programs and causes. Curly was a great man who will be missed dearly. Kevin and I are keeping his family in our thoughts and prayers.” Flags will be lowered at the State Capitol, Capitol Complex, and all public buildings statewide. Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same length of time as a sign of respect.
