Flag of the United States - Wikipedia
WEBLearn about the history, design, and symbolism of the American flag, also known as the Stars and Stripes or the Star-Spangled Banner. The flag has 50 stars representing the 50 states and 13 stripes representing the original 13 colonies.
Flag Timeline - US History
WEBJan 3, 2011 · Learn about the history of the American flag from 1775 to 1960, including the 34-star flag adopted in 1861. See images, dates, and facts about each flag and its significance.
flag of the United States of America - Encyclopedia Britannica
WEBSep 2, 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 union, and the 13 stripes stand for the original 13 states.
The Real Story Behind the Star-Spangled Banner, the Flag That …
WEBJul 1, 2024 · Learn how the flag that inspired Francis Scott Key to write the national anthem was made, used and preserved. See photos and details of the 30-by-42-foot garrison flag with 15 stars and 15...
Short History of the United States Flag - American Battlefield Trust
WEBNov 6, 2019 · Learn about the origins and evolution of the U.S. flag from the Continental Colors to the current 50-star version. See images and facts about the different designs, meanings, and events related to the national symbol.
The Mysterious Origins of the American Flag - HISTORY
WEBJun 13, 2012 · Learn how the American flag evolved from the Continental Colors to the Stars and Stripes, and what the phrase "Appeal to Heaven" meant in colonial times. Find out who designed the flag, when it...
Evolution of the American Flag - United States Flag
WEBJul 4, 2012 · Learn about the history and design of the American flag from 1775 to 1960. See how the number of stars and stripes changed with each new state and territory, and what events and presidents were associated with each flag.
Facts about the United States Flag | Smithsonian Institution
WEBLearn about the history and evolution of the U.S. flag, from 13 stripes and stars in 1777 to 50 stars in 1960. Find out how many stars were added in 1795 and which states joined the union in that year.
History of the American Flag | A Capitol Fourth - PBS
WEBLearn about the origins, evolution and symbolism of the U.S. flag, which was officially adopted on June 14, 1777. Find out how the flag inspired songs, poems, expeditions and space missions.
American Flag History | USA Flag Evolution - Popular Mechanics
WEBJun 14, 2019 · The first flag of the United States is believed to have been designed by Francis Hopkinson, a congressman from New Jersey, and sewn by Betsy Ross, a seamstress from Pennsylvania. The 13...
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