Jan 3, 2011 · A timeline of the evolution and development of the official U.S. flag over the course of U.S. History

The flag was created as an item of military equipment to identify US ships and forts. It evolved gradually during early American history, and was not designed by any one person. The flag …

Dec 4, 2024 · national flag consisting of white stars (50 since July 4, 1960) on a blue canton with a field of 13 alternating stripes, 7 red and 6 white. The 50 stars stand for the 50 states of the …

Flag Resolution of June 14, 1777, stated, "Resolved: that the flag of the United States be made of thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, …

Nov 6, 2019 · The current flag of the United States is the twenty-seventh version of the national flag. When the Thirteen Colonies were seceding from the British, there became a necessity for …

On Aug. 3, 1949, President Harry S. Truman officially declared June 14 as Flag Day. The history of our flag is as fascinating as that of the American Republic itself. It has survived...

Jun 13, 2012 · Although legend holds that Betsy Ross made the first American flag in 1776 after being asked to do so by Washington, primary sources backing up that assertion are scarce.

Sep 20, 2024 · The flag of the United States is a symbol of freedom before which Americans recite the pledge of allegiance. The flag's 13 red and white stripes represent the 13 original …

Oct 3, 2024 · Throughout its history, the American flag has been a powerful symbol of American identity, patriotism, and national pride. The Early Years: 1775-1795. The first American flag …

May 18, 2022 · You can learn a little history about American flags here and see what each version of the historical American flag looked like. Some people display their American flags every …