By Donita Naylor
PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- Flags will fly at half-staff on Wednesday to honor police officers across the country who have died in the line of duty.
In honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day, President Obama has ordered the U.S. flag to be flown at half-staff, and Governor Chafee has ordered the same for the R.I. flag.
"Setting aside fear and doubt, these officers made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve the rule of law and the communities they loved," the president said.
"They heard the call to serve and answered it; braved the line of fire; charged toward the danger. Our hearts are heavy with their loss, and on Peace Officers Memorial Day, our Nation comes together to reflect on the legacy they left us."