The flag of the United States of America (the American flag) consists of thirteen equal A subdued-color flag patch, worn on some U.S. Military uniforms.
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en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_the_United_States
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Sentimental writers and orators sometimes ascribe meanings to the colors in the flag. The practice is erroneous, as are statements on this subject attributed to George Washington and other founders of the country. Historic & Current American Flags...
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www.usflag.org/colors.html
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Then on February 25th, 1862, Union forces captured Nashville and raised the American flag over the capital. It was a rather small ensign and immediately folks began asking Captain Driver if "Old Glory" still existed.
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When we view the flag, we think of liberty, freedom, pride, and Betsy Ross. The American flag flies on the moon, sits atop Mount Everest, is hurtling out in space. The flag is how America signs her name. However, there is no official designation or meaning for the colors of the flag.
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Print out and color or decorate this American Flag coloring book page. | More Independence Day Coloring Pages |; | More Independence Day Crafts and Activities | flag crafts...
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Related questions [Edit]. What do the stars on the US flag mean? Related links [Edit] What do the colors of the American Flag symbolize?
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United States History question: What do the colors on the American flag represent? The three colors on the American Flag stand for: Red: Hardiness , valor...
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Also visit the American Flag Wall of Shame and the Flag in the News September 11, 2006, President Bush and first lady Laura Bush stand on a carpet of the American flag at Ground Zero in Manhattan, the site of the September 11, 2001 attack. Section 8b of the Flag Code reads, " The flag should never touch anything beneath...
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