In general, however, straight rows of stars and proportions similar to those later adopted officially were used. The principal acts affecting the flag of the United States are the following: ...

The practice of carrying the nations’ flags first began at the Games of the IV Olympiad in 1908 in London. The United States flagbearer at the 1908 ... Phelps is the most decorated athlete in Olympic ...

But even if some of the flags flying over car dealerships across the United States are impressively large ... Arnaldo Testi is a professor of American history at the University of Pisa, Italy.

The first celebration of the U.S. Flag's birthday was held in 1877, on the 100th anniversary of the Flag Resolution of 1777. However, it is believed that the first annual recognition of the flag's ...

The United States of America is a diverse and fascinating country with a rich history and unique characteristics. Contents1. Vast Size2. Diversity3. The American Flag 4. The United States National ...

ordained that "my flag" should be changed to "the flag of the United States," lest immigrant children be unclear just which flag they were saluting. The following year, the Flag Conference refined ...