The Stars and Stripes

Here are 5 fascinating facts about our grand old flag.

Did you know?
General George Washington’s first battle flag carried the British Union Jack in its upper left corner. American Revolutionaries combined the Union Jack with 13 red and white stripes to demonstrate that while loyal to England, they were … Read the rest

Flag Day 2009

Flag Day recognizes the June day in 1777 when the Continental Congress adopted the “Stars and Stripes” as the official flag of the United States.

In honor of America and the union that it stands for, long may she wave.
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This Floral Flag was planted by the

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