Before the Space Force ever existed, in the 1930s, families often spent their evenings gathered around a crackling radio, their eager faces illuminated by the warm glow of vacuum tubes....
Jane Cody |
It’s easy to lose sight of Indiana in the Midwest, but its flag will make sure that doesn’t happen again. Here are four fun facts about the Indiana state flag.
Kim Dacka |
Fifty states make up the United States of America, each with its own culture, history, and flag. Each state is different, so when you cross the borders of one state...
Jane Cody |
Countries created flags to represent nations. A flag connects people together and creates a sense of belonging to a community. Under the nation, the flag is a symbol of the...
Jane Cody |
A powerful symbol of patriotism and the nation’s history. A symbol any American citizen can recognize in less than a second. From the beginning, the American flag has represented freedom...
Jane Cody |
The American flag contains 50 white stars in an indigo field, representing the 50 states, and 13 horizontal stripes (seven red stripes and six white stripes), representing the 13 original...
Kim Dacka |
Flag holidays are excellent opportunities to educate people about America’s history. Flag Day and other flag-related holidays are essential because they remind us of the path this country has taken....
Kim Dacka |
The U.S. Armed Forces consist of six different branches, each of which has unique specialties, duties, and responsibilities. While each branch shares the same purpose—to protect and defend the United...
Jane Cody |
Every year on the last Sunday of September, the United States recognizes Gold Star Mothers and Gold Star Families. Though not in battle themselves, their sacrifices were great.The Gold Star...
Jane Cody |
The United States Military, which includes the Armed Forces and the National Guard, consists of various branches all birthed at different times throughout U.S. history. The Armed Forces consists of...
Jane Cody |
Have you ever wondered about the presidential election process, including the Electoral College? Trying to understand exactly how a presidential candidate receives the electoral votes to become president can seem...
Jane Cody |