For the first time, our nation's American flag was flown in battle, on this day in history, Sept. 3, 1777, during a Revolutionary War skirmish at Cooch's Bridge, Delaware. Here's the background.

The current design illustrates South Carolina war hero Sgt. William Jasper hoisting the Liberty flag after South Carolina troops beat the British Navy during the Battle of Fort Sullivan in 1776.

The Battle of Sullivan’s Island was a key victory in South Carolina history that took place just days before the country ...

The current design illustrates South Carolina war hero Sgt. William Jasper hoisting the Liberty flag after South Carolina troops beat the British Navy during the Battle of Fort Sullivan in 1776.