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 film "Story of Our Flag" explores the history and significance of the American ... including the Revolutionary War and the admission of new states, which led to changes in the flag's design.

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 ...

The practice of carrying the nations’ flags first began at the Games of the IV Olympiad in 1908 in London. The United States flagbearer at the 1908 ... Phelps is the most decorated athlete in Olympic ...

The Governor’s order reads as follows: In accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia ...

The people who voted for them prefer the United States over those places. Some will certainly argue that the U.S. flag represents historical racism and oppression. I understand that point ...