From the time the Continental Congress gave the stars and stripes its stamp of approval in 1777 amid the American Revolution, the flag of the United States of America has been an emblematic symbol of ...

(The Conversation) — On Flag Day, a historian of religions in America explains how the Pledge of Allegiance, which honors the American flag, is part of American civil religion. (The Conversation) — ...

ANNISTON ARMY DEPOT, Ala --The flag represents a living country and is itself considered a living thing, according to the official Flag Code. On June 14, 1885, Wisconsin school teacher Bernard Cigrand ...

The United States of America is a diverse and fascinating country with a rich history and unique characteristics. Contents1. Vast Size2. Diversity3. The American Flag 4. The United States National ...

Section 1. Purpose. Our great American Flag is the most sacred and cherished symbol of the United States of America, and of American freedom, identity, and strength. Over nearly two-and-a-half ...

For the fifth year, Agweek reporter Mikkel Pates reprises his Flags On Farms feature for Independence Day, featuring flags of the United States on farms and agribusinesses in the region. This year, ...

Each year, June 14 marks Flag Day, but many Americans aren't aware of the meaning or significance behind the annual observation. Here's what to know about the day, which for 2024 year falls on Friday.