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: ...

and the venue is chosen in honor of the seamstress of the first United States flag featuring the stars and stripes. The ceremony is in its 15th year and features a swearing-in ceremony ...

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 ...

The flagbearer for the United States Olympic Team is normally chosen by his or her fellow athletes or the respective team captains. The practice of carrying the nations’ flags first began at the Games ...

The United States Honor Flag that will be part of the services for fallen trooper Kyle McAcy arrived in Nebraska last night, ...

The term Gold Star family is a modern reference that comes from the Service Flag. These flags/banners were first flown by families during World War I. The flag included a blue star for every ...