The design of the American flag as we know it today has deep historical roots, particularly involving Betsy Ross and the symbolism of stars. Originally, a six-pointed star was favored, but Betsy Ross ...

As the country prepares to salute the Army's 250th year with President Donald Trump's grand military parade in downtown Washington, D.C., on June 14, the day will also celebrate America's symbol of ...

USA, — Each June 14, Americans honor one of the nation's most enduring symbols through Flag Day observances that trace their roots to a pivotal moment in revolutionary history. The holiday stems from ...

Flag Day, a national holiday that honors our nation's flag, is Saturday, June 14, amid a weekend that also celebrates Father's Day and the U.S. Army's 250th birthday. Americans have recognized the ...

While June brings several holidays, like Juneteenth and Father’s Day, there’s a more obscure holiday this Father’s Day weekend. Flag Day lands on the Saturday before Father’s Day this year, which is ...

As the name of the flag suggests, the Black American Heritage Flag is a symbol that represents the culture and history of African Americans. For centuries, people from all over the world have waved ...

Log-in to bookmark & organize content - it's free! Karen Butler, Executive Director at the Betsy Ross home in Philadelphia, gives the history of Betsy Ross and her contribution to the creation of the ...

President Trump has long opposed flag burning as a form of protest, and now he's directing the Justice Department to prioritize prosecutions of people who set the American flag on fire. On Monday, ...

Kansas City, MO – With Independence Day and the United States’ 250th anniversary just a year away, one Missouri company is stitching its way into history. Allied Materials, based in Kansas City, has ...

While the patriotic Fourth of July is still nearly a month away, a national holiday in June honors our nation's flag — and a Michigan city is considered the home to the largest national celebration of ...