Indiana Gazette8 天
The history of the flag of the United States of America
As the new country developed it became evident that a flag should be created as a symbolic representation of it. The ...
insider.si.edu6 个月
Three Cheers for the Red, White, and Blue Facts about the United States Flag
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: ...
Renton Reporter2 天
U.S. history told through 27 flags in Renton
On Tuesday, Nov. 5, at the Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center, a presentation of the 27 flags of the United States was ...
NBC Olympics3 年
History of United States Olympic Team Flagbearers
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 London Games ... Phelps is the most decorated ...
The Juneteenth Flag: The History Behind Its Colors and Symbols
In the United States, Old Glory's familiar red ... offers a succinct explanation of its key elements: "The Juneteenth flags ...
Avenue of Flags returns for 40th anniversary Veterans Day display
The Avenue of Flags display will be returning to Orange Grove Graceland Cemetery in Lake Charles for its 40th anniversary on ...