When we view the American flag, we think of liberty, freedom and pride. This category contains graphics, flag etiquette and the history of American, Union and state flags dating back to the Revolutionary War. The American flag stands silently on the moon, waves proudly atop Mount Everest and moves further into the unknown of outer-space. This flag is how America signs her name.
Information on the former home of Mary Pickersgill, maker of the flag that inspired the National Anthem. Includes tour details, gift shop, links to related sites and how to contribute to the new War of 1812 Museum. www.flaghouse.org
Contains graphics and history of flags from the Revolutionary War, the Republic of Texas, the Confederacy, the Union and state flags. members.tripod.com/~txscv
Opinions concerning the meaning of the gold fringe found on some flags. Includes information from United States Army regulations pertaining to the display of the American flag. www.geocities.com/tthor.geo/840-10.html
Provides free download of images for printing intended for display, coloring and creating stickers. Includes a brief quiz on the history of the flag. www.printourflag.com
Pictures of current and past national and state flags. Includes flags of the Revolution, the Confederacy and possessions and territories. www.law.ou.edu/hist/flags
History of the flag and of the woman who created the first American flag. Includes picture gallery, etiquette, trivia and a virtual tour of Betsy Ross's house. www.ushistory.org/betsy/index.html
Includes an introduction movie (requires Flash), extensive information on this flag's background and current status of the preservation project of the flag that inspired America's national anthem. Links to related resources. americanhistory.si.edu/ssb
Non-profit patriotic organization devoted to promoting respect for the Flag of the United States of America. Features history, etiquette, members area, educational items and links to related resources. www.americanflags.org
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