The American flag has been several nicknames throughout its centuries-old history, one of the most popular being “Old Glory.” From the East Coast to the West Coast, you’ll often hear people referring to the American flag as “Old Glory.” It’s a common nickname that’s almost as old as the American flag itself. While most Americans

Ever heard of the U.S. Flag Code? Nestled in Chapter 1 of Title 4 of the United States Code, it spells out how to fly, display, clean, and handle the American flag in the United States. Many folks don’t know there’s a federal law about it! Even though violations of the U.S. Flag Code aren’t

The Fourth of July, or Independence Day, is almost here! Planning a backyard barbecue, enjoying fireworks, or checking out a local parade? Stay safe with some simple tips. Here are six ways to lower your risk of injury on this special day. #1) Don’t Relight Fireworks When launching fireworks into the night sky this Independence

Love your country? Want to celebrate Flag Day? It’s on June 14, an official holiday in the U.S. Sadly, it gets lost in the shuffle because Independence Day comes soon after. Many folks don’t know how to honor it. What Is Flag Day? Flag Day is a nationally observed holiday in the United States that

Displaying an American flag proudly at your home or business is a great way to show patriotism. The stars show 50 states and the stripes symbolize 13 original colonies, making the flag a symbol of freedom and independence. But what if the flag touches the ground? To honor the flag and what it stands for,

The American Flag is deeply rooted in our country’s past. When the Declaration of Independence was signed in July 1776, the Continental Colors flag was shown to symbolize our break from Great Britain. But guess what? This flag wasn’t America’s official one. It took the Flag Resolution of 1777 for the Continental Congress to approve

Most Americans know Thanksgiving is in November, but guess what? Veterans Day is another big national holiday in this month that many find surprising! Held annually on Nov. 11, Veterans Day is an official holiday in the United States that honors the millions of military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. It’s

Veterans Day Parades Free Admission to National Parks Say ‘Thanks’ to Veterans Veterans Day Concerts Held annually on November 11, Veterans Day is a nationally recognized public holiday that’s intended to honor veterans of the U.S. military. According to the Census Bureau, there are approximately 21.8 million veterans living in the United States. These brave

Do you work for the government? Maybe at the post office, courthouse, or Health and Human Services? Well, good news! You might snag an extra day off next month. On November 11, the United States proudly celebrates Veterans Day. This special holiday honors the countless U.S. military veterans who’ve given so much for our freedoms.