The story behind the "Old Glory" nickname for the American flag dates back to a 19th-century ship captain, who proudly ...

The first U.S. flag, as adopted by Congress, features 13 alternating red and white stripes along with 13 stars positioned in ...

When we think about the visuals that represent America, we might picture the Statue of Liberty, Bald Eagles, the Great Seal ...

The Texas Historical Commission took over the site two years ago, so even if you’ve been to the house before they invite you ...

From fireworks to typical clothing traditions, the Fourth of July has a long line of traditions with meaningful backgrounds.

The NFL is allowing players to compete in the Los Angeles Summer Olympics, but Major League Baseball is still not committing ...

Critics have suggested that the Mexican flag in this context shows loyalty to a foreign country rather than the United States.

The flag is white with a rectangle in the canton, or top left quadrant. Inside the canton is the Battle Flag (also known as the "Southern Cross"), a blue saltire with white outlining against a red ...

United States and POW/MIA flags were spotted hung upside down at three separate sites in southern Brooklyn Friday – including one next to an Army Base -- infuriating many local residents who ...

Fascinating facts about Francis Scott Key, the writing of what would become America's national anthem, and the War of 1812 ...

On a cold winters day fitting for the occasion, Alaska became an official “United State” on January 3, 1959, however, you ...