In general, however, straight rows of stars and proportions similar to those later adopted officially were used. The principal acts affecting the flag of the United States are the following: ...

The first celebration of the U.S. Flag's birthday was held in 1877, on the 100th anniversary of the Flag Resolution of 1777. However, it is believed that the first annual recognition of the flag's ...

Thirteen children are selected to commemorate the original 13 colonies, and the venue is chosen in honor of the seamstress of the first United States flag featuring the stars and stripes.

At a time when President Donald Trump is implementing numerous potential changes to the United States ... American flag, features nine stars in a circle. It was used as a Confederate First ...

The flagbearer for the United States Olympic Team is normally chosen by his or her fellow athletes or the respective team captains. The practice of carrying the nations’ flags first began at the Games ...

The term Gold Star family is a modern reference that comes from the Service Flag. These flags/banners were first flown by families during World War I. The flag included a blue star for every ...