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The 4th of July, also known as Independence Day, holds a special place in the hearts of Americans. This iconic holiday commemorates the nation's independence from British rule and is a time when communities unite to celebrate their shared history and values. In addition to the historical significance, the 4th of July is an important flag-flying holiday, where the Stars and Stripes proudly wave, symbolizing the strength and unity of the United States. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of …

Did you know there have been dozens of flag designs throughout US history? American historical flags vary widely in style and time, with some dating back to the years before the American Revolution. Here are a few of the most recognizable flags from US history and where they came from. Sons of Liberty Flag The Sons of Liberty was an early American political organization that fought for colonists' rights and, eventually, for independence. This group included the Founding Father Samuel Ad …

On Monday, January 25, 2021, President Biden signed the executive order for the “Buy American” agenda, which aims to promote the purchasing of American-made products. This executive order also aims to bring back some of the jobs lost to COVID-19. The enactment of this plan would ensure the future is made in America by American workers. Although the “Buy American” Act is nothing new, Biden’s strategy aims at allocating government resources in ways that haven’t been seen since World War II. Milita …

New research may settle a family feud over the origins of an American icon.A tale of fidelity, family feud and argument over ownership is the subject of a new inquiry by the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. Old Glory, the weather-beaten 17- by 10-foot banner that has long been a primary NMAH artifact, is second only to Francis Scott Key’s Star-Spangled Banner as a patriotic symbol, and is the source of the term now applied generically to all American flags. “It represents success …

Every July 4th, we celebrate the birth of our nation. It was on July 4, 1776 that the Continental Congress approved the final wording of the Declaration of Independence. That moment thirteen disparate colonies came together to reject being ruled by a tyrannical monarch and to begin the process of creating a revolutionary form of government.Even if you know the basics of the first Independence Day, here are a few facts that may surprise you.Who Else Contributed to the Writing of the Declaration o …

The Flag Manufacturers Association of America urges the American consumer to be aware that marketplace sellers on the internet use deceptive wording to disguise the true “country of origin” when advertising a United States flag product. (Wayne, PA, July 24, 2018) . . . The Flag Manufacturers Association of America (FMAA) and its member companies have mobilized to create an awareness campaign that seeks to inform the American public about the steps for identifying authentic vs. inauthe …

Celebrated each year on the third Monday of February, President’s Day commemorates the presidencies of our nation's past leaders. Though a national holiday, not many people are aware of why there is such a day or what they're supposed to do to celebrate it.ORIGINS The story of President's Day dates back to the year 1800 – the year after President George Washington's passing. Having been born on February 22nd, many Americans started celebrating our country's very first president on his bi …

Flags.com is proud to announce a new monthly feature on our blog. We want to highlight a different person or organization who is making a difference in the world using the powerful symbols of flags. For the inaugural post, we are highlighting the good that Jeff Parness has been doing. We were in the audience when the National Independent Flag Dealers Association presented the George Washington Award to Parness for his work on the National 9/11 Flag.Jeff Parness was a software venture capitalist …