Many Americans look forward to Memorial Day followed by
Independence Day in the beginning of July to truly kickoff the summer. However,
most people forget about the celebration of the birthday of the stars and
stripes, better known as Flag Day! Today, June 14, 2012 is Flag Day! Most
Americans aren’t even aware that Flag Day exists let alone what the day
represents!
Although Flag Day isn’t a federal holiday, it still has
significant meaning behind it. June 14th is a historic date because
in 1777, the Continental Congress passed an official resolution that the flag
of the United States would be 13 alternating red and white stripes and that the
Union would be thirteen white stars I a blue field to represent a new
constellation.
Although the American Flag has been altered over time, the
flag still holds the stars and stripes and symbolizes free people!
Did you know it was Flag Day? Have you ever celebrated Flag
Day? Let us know on our Facebook page linked HERE!
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