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: ...

Historically, the backward flag can be traced back to the Civil War. During the war, troop had flag bearers who would carry ...

Ted Kaye, secretary of the North American Vexillogical Association (NAVA), says that the flag’s history and shape make it a common conversation topic. “Maps and flags have an interesting ...