What the American Flag Means on Memorial Day
Memorial Day honors the men and women who gave their lives in service. Learn the flag etiquette behind the day, including half-staff rules, the National Moment of Remembrance, and the...
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Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Flag: What It Is and Why It Matters
A yellow and black flag has started appearing at federal buildings across the United States, including the White House and Capitol. If you’ve seen it and found yourself wondering what...
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Utah's New State Flag: What's Changed and What It Means
On March 21, 2023, Utah state Governor Spencer Cox signed Utah's new state flag into law after a two-year effort. Although redesigning a state flag can be fraught with emotions,...
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Grace Wisher and the Star-Spangled Banner Flag
Do you know the full story of the Star-Spangled Banner Flag, also known as The Great Garrison Flag? U.S. soldiers hoisted the immense flag — complete with 15 stars and stripes...
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It Starts With Me: Reflections on the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
This morning I have been reflecting on the life of Martin Luther King Jr., someone I believe was one of the most patriotic Americans in modern history.When I read his...
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11 Fascinating Facts You Should Know About the Space Force
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....
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Minnesota Has Chosen a New State Flag
Minnesota is poised to welcome a new state flag in 2024. After extensive deliberations, The State Emblems Redesign Commission has chosen a design that reflects Minnesota's nickname, "the North Star...
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The Origin of American Thanksgiving: A Culture of Gratitude
There is an iconic Norman Rockwell painting that captures the essence of Thanksgiving. Subsequent artists have recreated the work, showing gatherings of diverse ethnic groups, updated fashions, and even popular...
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October is Navy Month: Honoring the Navy Birthday and National Navy Day
In the early morning hours of August 2, 1943, a Japanese destroyer dissected US Navy Patrol Torpedo Boat 109 somewhere near the Solomon Islands in the South Seas. This tragic...
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The State Flag of Illinois: History and Possible Redesign
The state flag of Illinois could be changing! In August 2023, Governor J.B. Pritzker of Illinois signed a bill forming a committee to look into possibly redesigning the state flag.
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Understanding the Importance of State Flags
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...
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The Role of the American Flag in Pop Culture and Media
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...
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Flag-Related Holidays in the United States
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....
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