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The Stars and Stripes now graces the right shoulder of every Soldier in uniform. The U.S. Flag Code calls for the canton, the rectangle with the stars, to be positioned to the left as the flag is viewed. So why is it reversed on the flags we wear on our uniforms?
The tradition originates from the time when cavalry and infantry units had standard bearers, who carried the colors into battle. During the charge, the standard bearer's forward momentum caused the flag to stream backward. The canton, which flies closest to the pole, appeared on the right when seen from the right side of the passing formation.
Source: Illinois Guardian, Fall-Winter 2004
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So there's the reason why you wear a reversed flag on your right sleeve.
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