The story behind the "Old Glory" nickname for the American flag dates back to a 19th-century ship captain, who proudly ...

The Civil War ended in 1865, but for Minnesota and the one-time rebel state of Virginia, the battle continues over a prized ...

Explore the fascinating history of the American flag & how it is a powerful symbol of Learn its symbolism, evolution, 50-star design & lesser-known facts.

What led the United States into civil war in 1861? In this premiere episode of Kings and Generals’ American Civil War series, we examine the legal, economic, and moral roots of the conflict.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A long-lost Confederate flag, captured at the Battle of Gettysburg and among the rarest Civil War artifacts, will be a top lot for bidders at an Ohio auction house this ...

A white Illinois teen attaches himself to a regiment of Black Union soldiers in the satirical Civil War novel "How to Dodge a Cannonball." NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks with author Dennard Dayle about it.

A Charleston, South Carolina surrender flag, Confederate documents, and Union soldier items among historic Civil War artifacts and memorabilia for sale.

DES MOINES (AP) With seven descendants of Iowa Civil War soldiers standing at attention, a restored flag carried into the war by an Iowa regiment was placed on display at the Statehouse. Encased ...

A long-lost Confederate flag, captured at the Battle of Gettysburg and among the rarest Civil War artifacts, will be a top lot for bidders at an Ohio auction house this month.

The first, local Flag Day observances came after the Civil War and eventually a federal law designated June 14 as Flag Day in ...