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 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 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 ...

To me, these flags felt like they should belong outside of a government building − not a company building in Ohio.

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 ...

She made history as the first woman elected ... There are specific holidays and events when flags are flown at half-staff in the United States, according to the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs ...