The United States Flag Code outlines certain guidelines for the use, display, and disposal of the flag. For example, the flag should never be dipped to any person or thing, unless it is the ensign responding to a salute from a ship of a foreign nation. (This tradition may come from the 1908 Summer Olympics in London, where countries were asked to dip their flag to King Edward VII. the American flag bearer did not. Team captain Martin Sheridan is famously quoted as saying "this flag dips to no earthly king," though the true provenance of this quotation is unclear

The flag should never be allowed to touch the ground and, if flown at night, must be illuminated. If the edges become tattered through wear, the flag should be repaired or replaced. When a flag is so tattered that can no longer serve as a symbol of the United States, it should be destroyed in a dignified manner, preferably by burning. The American Legion and other organizations regularly conduct dignified flag-burning ceremonies, often on Flag Day, June 14. It is a common myth that if a flag touches the ground or becomes soiled, it must be burned as well. While a flag that is currently touching the ground and a soiled flag are unfit for display, neither situation is permanent and thus the flag does not need to be burned if the unfit situation is remedied.

By presidential proclamation, acts of Congress, and custom, American flags are displayed continuously at certain locations.

Though not part of the official Flag Code, according to military custom flags should be folded into a triangular shape when not in use. (The Philippines, a former American territory, also has this custom for folding its flag.) To properly fold the flag.

Despite the 1777 resolution, a number of flags only loosely based on the prescribed design were used in the early years of American independence. One example may have been the Guilford Court House Flag, traditionally believed to have been carried by the American troops at the Battle of Guilford Court House in 1781.

When the thirteen stripes and stars first appeared at Canton much curiosity was excited among the people. News was circulated that a strange ship had arrived from the farther end of the world, bearing a flag as beautiful as a flower. Everybody went to see the Fah-kay-cheun, or flower-flag ship. This name at once established itself in the language, and America is now called Fah-kay-kwock, the flower-flag country, and an American, Fah-kay-kwock-yin, flower-flag country man, — a more complimentary designation than that of red-headed barbarian, the name first bestowed on the Dutch.

These names were common usage in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Other Asian nations have equivalent terms for America, for example Hoa Kỳ ("Flower Flag") in Vietnam. In modern times, Chinese refer to America as Měiguó (美国) ("beautiful country"). Měi represents the sound of the second syllable of "America" and is thus unrelated to the flag. The U. S. flag took its first trip around the world in us. on board the Columbia.

The flag of Liberia bears a close resemblance, showing the ex-American-slave origin of the country. The Liberian flag has similar red and white stripes, though only 11 of them, as well as a blue square for the union, but with only a single large white star. The flag of Malaysia also has a striking resemblance, with red and white stripes (14 total), and a blue canton, but displaying instead of stars a star and crescent emblem. This might be due, however, to the great influence of the British East India Company, rather than the later United States flag. The Flag of Chile resembles a simplified U. S. (or Liberian) flag, with just one star and two stripes. The flag of Hawaii, in use since it was a kingdom in the 19th century, with eight stripes in red, white, and blue, and the British Union Flag in the canton, has some resemblance to the U. S. Grand Union Flag of the 18th century.

Katha Pollitt (1949–), author of a controversial essay on post-9/11 America and her refusal to fly an American flag

George H. Preble (1816–1885), author of History of the American Flag (1872) and photographer of the Fort McHenry flag

Scot M. Guenter, The American Flag, us.. Cultural Shifts from Creation to Codification. Fairleigh Dickinson University Press. 1990. online

Boleslaw Mastai and Marie-Louise D'Otrange Mastai. The Stars and the Stripes. The American Flag as Art and as History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present. Knopf, 1973.

^ According to Flags of the World, the colors are specified by the General Services Administration "Federal Specification, Flag, National, United States of America and Flag, Union Jack," DDD-F-416E, dated November 27, 1981. It gives the colors by reference to "Standard Color Cards of America" maintained by The Color Association of the United States, Inc.

Robert G. Heft. Designer of America's Current National Flag". USFlag. org. A website dedicated to the Flag of the United States of America

^ The STRIPED FLAG of the EAST INDIA COMPANY, and its CONNEXION with the AMERICAN "STARS and STRIPES" at Flags of the World

How did the rattlesnake become a symbol of American independence? Here's the fascinating history of the most famous Dont Tread on Me flag.

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Here are T-shirts, sweatshirts, coffee mugs, frisbees, mousepads, etc., etc., that proudly display the American flag, the 13-star "Betsy Ross" flag, the Gadsden "Don't Tread on Me", and Navy Jack "Don't Tread on Me". These are all from high-quality flag images that I created myself. You might also be interested in a new store called from Freedom HQ, run by a guy named Chris Body out of Annapolis, Maryland. He has a great selection of patriotic T-shirts, caps, mugs, and much more. In addition to items with the current American flag, many items have hardcore "Don't Tread on Me", "Live Free or Die," and "Liberty or Death" themes.

Vintage Fourth of July and Americana postcards featuring Old Glory (as well as other antique postcards with flags).

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Many Americans have turned to the symbol for national unity, the American flag. American flag resources are provided below.

Showing Respect for the American Flag (United States "Flag Code" - Title 36 Chapter 10) Provides patriotic customs and rules of etiquette, called the "Flag Code," for displaying the flag, saying the Pledge of Allegiance, singing the National Anthem (Star-Spangled Banner), and much more.

Showing Respect for the American Flag (USFlag. org - Streufert)Highlights portions of the Flag Code (above) on how to treat an American flag.

Flag of the USA Resources (USFlag. org)Provides pictures of the American flag, flag history, and information related to American patriotism. Also displays an animated flag.

Flags of the USA - Screen Wallpaper (T and P SC Screensavers)Provides American flags and patriotic themes in screen wallpaper.

Pledge of Allegiance for the American Flag (United States "Flag Code" - Chapter 10, Section 172) Provides the Pledge of Allegiance and a short history of the Pledge of Allegiance. (In 1943, the Supreme Court ruled that school children could not be forced to recite it.)

American Flag Lesson Plan (PBS)Provides a lesson plan and activities for a range of ages related to the flag of the USA.

American Flag Lesson Plan (Montgomery Public Schools - Furr, Campos, and White)Provides activities related to the flag of the USA.

Flag of the USA - Activities (ABCTeach. com - Kemsley)Provides an American flag that can be printed and then colored. Provides additional activities to help children cope with the crisis of September 11th.

Flag of the USA - Puzzles (SurfNetKids. com)Provides an online puzzle of an American flag that can be moved around within a two minute deadline. Provides additional activities.

History of American Flag (USACityLink)Provides a history. This may be particularly helpful to teachers of K-12 education.

History of American Flag - Old Glory (USFlag. org - Streufert)Provides a story about how the American flag gained the nickname of "Old Glory."

Native American Flags by State (Flags of the Native Peoples of the United States)Shows pictures of flags of Native American tribes, by state.

Native American Flags by Tribe (Flags of the Native Peoples of the United States)Shows pictures of flags of Native American tribes, by tribe.

For more than 200 years, the American flag has been the symbol of our nation's strength and unity. It's been a source of pride and inspiration for millions of citizens. And the American Flag has been a prominent icon in our national history. Here are the highlights of its unique past. On January 1, 1776, the Continental Army was reorganized in accordance with a Congressional resolution which placed American forces under George Washington's control. On that New Year's Day the Continental Army was laying siege to Boston which had been taken over by the British Army. Washington ordered the Grand Union flag hoisted above his base at Prospect Hill. It had 13 alternate red and white stripes and the British Union Jack in the upper left-hand corner (the canton). In May of 1776, Betsy Ross reported that she sewed the first American flag. On June 14, 1777, in order to establish an official flag for the new nation, the Continental Congress passed the first Flag Act. Resolved, That the flag of the United States be made of thirteen stripes, alternate red and white. that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, representing a new Constellation. Between 1777 and 1960, Congress passed several acts that changed the shape, design and arrangement of the flag and allowed for additional stars and stripes to be added to reflect the admission of each new state.

Executive Order of President Eisenhower dated August 21, 1959 - provided for the arrangement of the stars in nine rows of stars staggered horizontally and eleven rows of stars staggered vertically. Today the flag consists of thirteen horizontal stripes, seven red alternating with 6 white. The stripes represent the original 13 colonies, the stars represent the 50 states of the Union. The colors of the flag are symbolic as well. Red symbolizes Hardiness and Valor, White symbolizes Purity and Innocence and Blue represents Vigilance, Perseverance and Justice. If you have suggestions, comments or questions about any current or historical American Flags, visit our discussion board and chat with us. If you'd like to spread the word and help others find USA Flag Site, you can link to us from your web site.

PRINTER FRIENDLY VERSION 1. When the flag is displayed over the middle of the street, it should be suspended vertically with the union to the north in an east and west street or to the east in a north and south street. 2. The flag of the United States of America, when it is displayed with another flag against a wall from crossed staffs, should be on the right, the flag's own right [that means the viewer's left --Webmaster], and its staff should be in front of the staff of the other flag. 3. The flag, when flown at half-staff, should be first hoisted to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position. The flag should be again raised to the peak before it is lowered for the day. By "half-staff" is meant lowering the flag to one-half the distance between the top and bottom of the staff. Crepe streamers may be affixed to spear heads or flagstaffs in a parade only by order of the President of the United States. 4. When flags of States, cities, or localities, or pennants of societies are flown on the same halyard with the flag of the United States, the latter should always be at the peak. When the flags are flown from adjacent staffs, the flag of the United States should be hoisted first and lowered last. No such flag or pennant may be placed above the flag of the United States or to the right of the flag of the United States (the viewer's left). When the flag is half-masted, both flags are half-masted, with the US flag at the mid-point and the other flag below. 5. When the flag is suspended over a sidewalk from a rope extending from a house to a pole at the edge of the sidewalk, the flag should be hoisted out, union first, from the building. 6. When the flag of the United States is displayed from a staff projecting horizontally or at an angle from the window sill, balcony, or front of a building, the union of the flag should be placed at the peak of the staff unless the flag is at half-staff. 7. When the flag is used to cover a casket, it should be so placed that the union is at the head and over the left shoulder. The flag should not be lowered into the grave or allowed to touch the ground. 8. When the flag is displayed in a manner other than by being flown from a staff, it should be displayed flat, whether indoors or out. When displayed either horizontally or vertically against a wall, the union should be uppermost and to the flag's own right, that is, to the observer's left. When displayed in a window it should be displayed in the same way, that is with the union or blue field to the left of the observer in the street. When festoons, rosettes or drapings are desired, bunting of blue, white and red should be used, but never the flag. 9. That the flag, when carried in a procession with another flag, or flags, should be either on the marching right. that is, the flag's own right, or, if there is a line of other flags, in front of the center of that line. 10. The flag of the United States of America should be at the center and at the highest point of the group when a number of flags of States or localities or pennants of societies are grouped and displayed from staffs. 11. When flags of two or more nations are displayed, they are to be flown from separate staffs of the same height. The flags should be of approximately equal size. International usage forbids the display of the flag of one nation above that of another nation in time of peace. The order of precedence for flags generally is National flags (US first, then others in alphabetical order in English), State (host state first, then others in the order of admission) and territories (Washington DC, Puerto Rico, etc.), Military (in order of establishment. Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard), then other. More below. 12. When displayed from a staff in a church or public auditorium on or off a podium, the flag of the United States of America should hold the position of superior prominence, in advance of the audience, and in the position of honor at the clergyman's or speaker's right as he faces the audience. Any other flag so displayed should be placed on the left of the clergyman or speaker (to the right of the audience). Please note that the old guidelines differed from this updated and simplified one. 13. When the flag is displayed on a car, the staff shall be fixed firmly to the chassis or clamped to the right fender. 14. When hung in a window, place the blue union in the upper left, as viewed from the street.

Also visit the American Flag Wall of Shame and the Flag in the News Click pictures for enlargements. Please note that this website is non-partisan and pictures here are only to highlight violations of the Flag Code, as they are found posted by responsible news outlets.

September 11, 2006, President Bush and first lady Laura Bush stand on a carpet of the American flag at Ground Zero in Manhattan, the site of the September 11, 2001 attack. Section 8b of the Flag Code reads, " The flag should never touch anything beneath it, such as the ground."

Super Bowl 2004, Janet Jackson's "costume malfunction" made international news. that same half-time show featured the wearing of an American flag by performer Kid Rock. He later removed the flag poncho and hurled it over his head. Section 8d. reads, "The flag should never be used as wearing apparel."

Section 8k of the Flag Code states, "The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning." We recommend that you contact your local VFW Chapter and ask them for help properly disposing of your flag. And be sure to consider providing a small donation to them for their assistance. Or you can contact your local Elks Lodge (who created the idea of Flag Day, established officially by President Truman, himself a member of the Elks), the American Legion, or the Knights of Columbus. Some Boy Scout and Girl Scout troups also can provide this service. See Flag Burning Service and Ceremony. In earlier times, most American flags were made of cotton or wool. But today's flags are often nylon or other petroleum-based materials. Burning them can release hazardous gases, including formaldehydes, ammonia, carbon monoxide, and traces of hydrogen cyanide into the air. In some states, it is even illegal to burn nylon, so adhering to the Flag Code puts you in direct violation of the law. Burning is preferred for cotton and wool flags. Nylon and flags made from other synthetics can be buried. Modern flag retirement ceremonies, often held annually on Flag Day, sometimes feature the symbolic burning of a single flag (cotton or wool) and the burial of the others. This is both safe and respectful. American Flag Recycling. A group advocating recycling nylon flags

Yes. According to the Flag Code, a flag is anything "by which the average person seeing the same without deliberation may believe the same to represent the flag." The words "flag, standard, colors, or ensign", as used herein, shall include any flag, standard, colors, ensign, or any picture or representation of either, or of any part or parts of either, made of any substance or represented on any substance, of any size evidently purporting to be either of said flag, standard, colors, or ensign of the United States of America or a picture or a representation of either, upon which shall be shown the colors, the stars and the stripes, in any number of either thereof, or of any part or parts of either, by which the average person seeing the same without deliberation may believe the same to represent the flag, colors, standard, or ensign of the United States of America. Source. Flag Code, Section 3 Therefore, a flag includes any representation of it of any substance, with stars and stripes of any number. This would include T-shirts and ties. The Flag Code states that the flag should never be worn. (Section 8d). "The flag should never be used as wearing apparel."

Section 6a. "It is the universal custom to display the flag only from sunrise to sunset on buildings and on stationary flagstaffs in the open. However, when a patriotic effect is desired, the flag may be displayed twenty-four hours a day if properly illuminated during the hours of darkness." The Flag Code offers no additional guidance on this question. We interpret this to mean that there should be either a light directly upon the flag or that there be sufficient local lighting to make the flag easily visible at night. If you cannot "properly illuminate" your flag, we recommend that you retire it at sunset, as the Flag Rules specify. The American Legion defines proper illumination as a "light specifically placed to illuminate the flag (preferred) or having a light source sufficient to illuminate the flag so it is recognizable as such by the casual observer."

No. According to the Flag Code, Section 8g. "The flag should never have placed upon it, nor on any part of it, nor attached to it any mark, insignia, letter, word, figure, design, picture, or drawing of any nature." Section 8. "No disrespect should be shown to the flag of the United States of America." Section 8j. "The flag represents a living country and is itself considered a living thing."

Respectfully featuring the American flag in artwork is a wonderful thing and should be encouraged. We would hope that the artwork is preserved and displayed proudly by the young artists and their families.

According to the Flag Code, Americans should stand at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart. When not in uniform men should remove any non-religious headdress with their right hand and hold it at the left shoulder, the hand being over the heart. Persons in uniform should remain silent, face the flag, and render the military salute. Those who are not U. S. citizens should stand at attention. Public Law No. us. (Sec. 594) "Allows members and veterans who are present but not in uniform during the hoisting, lowering, or passing of the flag to render the military salute."

The American Legion has been promoting flag etiquette since its founding in 1919. The Veterans of Foreign Wars has long advocated proper respect for the flag. In 1942, the Flag Code was established by Congress. It has been periodically updated.

An urban legend states that it only flies at the White House when the President is in town. According to Lonnie Hovey, Director of Preservation of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, "Unlike other countries where the flag flying or not flying signifies the monarch or president is in the residence, the American flag is always flying on top of the White House whether or not the President and First Family are at home."

In formal and military contexts, the American flag is called different things depending on where or how it is displayed. For example, it is called an ensign when it is displayed on a vessel. It is called "Colors" when it is carried by foot, as by the infantry. It is called "Standard" when it is displayed on a car or an aircraft, and by the cavalry.

A situation arose in Reno, where a Mexican Flag was flown above the US flag on a single pole. This was a violation of the Flag Code and was apparently done to make a political statement. Let's start by looking at the Flag Code. You will find there is a contradiction. First it says that all foreign flags should fly at the same height as the US flag. But later, it says that no foreign flag should fly at the same height as the US flag. 7g. reads, "When flags of two or more nations are displayed, they are to be flown from separate staffs of the same height. The flags should be of approximately equal size. International usage forbids the display of the flag of one nation above that of another nation in time of peace." 7c. starts, "No other flag or pennant should be placed above or, if on the same level, to the right of the flag of the United States of America." 7c. later on reads (emphasis ours), "No person shall display the flag of the United Nations or any other national or international flag equal, above, or in a position of superior prominence or honor to, or in place of, the flag of the United States at any place within the United States or any Territory or possession thereof." Notwithstanding the confusion here, it is always recommended to fly foreign flags from separate poles, and that the flags should be flown at the same height and be of same or similar size. See Are there penalties for violating the Flag Code?

To honor the memory of their service to their country, a United States flag drapes the casket of deceased veterans. The field of blue is at the head and over the left shoulder. After Taps is played, the flag is carefully folded into the symbolic tricorner shape. The folded flag is then presented as a keepsake to the next of kin (see below). Each branch of the Armed Forces uses its own wording for the presentation. U. S. Air Force. "On behalf of the President of the United States, the Department of the Air Force, and a grateful nation, we offer this flag for the faithful and dedicated service of (Service Member's rank and name)." U. S. Army. "This flag is presented on behalf of a grateful nation and the United States Army as a token of appreciation for your loved one's honorable and faithful service." U. S. Coast Guard. "On behalf of the President of the United States, the Commandant of the Coast Guard, and a grateful nation, please accept this flag as a symbol of our appreciation for your loved one's service to Country and the Coast Guard." U. S. Marine Corps. "On behalf of the President of the United States, the Commandant of the Marine Corps, and a grateful nation, please accept this flag as a symbol of our appreciation for your loved one's service to Country and Corps." U. S. Navy. "On behalf of the President of the United States and the Chief of Naval Operations, please accept this flag as a symbol of our appreciation for your loved one's service to this Country and a grateful Navy." If the next of kin wishes (ask first), add. "God bless you and this family, and God bless the United States of America." At the end of the ceremony, the flag is presented to the next of kin (see next), usually by the military chaplain.

The laws relating to the flag of the United States of America are found in detail in the United States Code. Title 4, Chapter 1 pertains to the flag. Title 18, Chapter 33, Section 700 regards criminal penalties for flag desecration. Title 36, Chapter 3 pertains to patriotic customs and observances. These laws were supplemented by Executive Orders and Presidential Proclamations. Click for full Flag Code

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USA Flag Site is the home of all things patriotic. Just as the American flag represents much more than a simple banner, USA Flag Site represents the national symbols, songs and the culture that celebrate the greatest nation on earth. While our name highlights the importance of the American flag, we think you'll find us to be a useful source for information on other national symbols, songs and icons. Some of the things you can find here at USA Flag Site include.

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Grade Level. Elementary (PreK-5) Estimated Time. Varied Lesson Overview. Teach your students about the American Flag, including its history, what the symbols represent, and the proper way to display it. Discuss how the American Flag has played a part in recent events. Then choose one or more of the American Flag activities for wearing, sharing, or displaying. Related National Standards from McREL.

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Flag Picture Gallery Betsy would often tell her children, grandchildren, relatives, and friends of the fateful day when three members of a secret committee from the Continental Congress came to call upon her. Those representatives, George Washington, Robert Morris, and George Ross, asked her to sew the first flag. This meeting occurred in her home some time late in May 1776. George Washington was then the head of the Continental Army. Robert Morris, an owner of vast amounts of land, was perhaps the wealthiest citizen in the Colonies. Colonel George Ross was a respected Philadelphian and also the uncle of her late husband, John Ross. Naturally, Betsy Ross already knew George Ross as she had married his nephew. Furthermore, Betsy was also acquainted with the great General Washington. Not only did they both worship at Christ Church in Philadelphia, but Betsy's pew was next to George and Martha Washington's pew. Her daughter recalled, "That she was previously well acquainted with Washington, and that he had often been in her house in friendly visits, as well as on business. That she had embroidered ruffles for his shirt bosoms and cuffs, and that it was partly owing to his friendship for her that she was chosen to make the flag." (For full text, see Affidavits.) In June 1776, brave Betsy was a widow struggling to run her own upholstery business. Upholsterers in colonial America not only worked on furniture but did all manner of sewing work, which for some included making flags. According to Betsy, General Washington showed her a rough design of the flag that included a six-pointed star. Betsy, a standout with the scissors, demonstrated how to cut a five-pointed star in a single snip. Impressed, the committee entrusted Betsy with making our first flag. Until that time, colonies and militias used many different flags. Some are famous, such as the "Rattlesnake Flag" used by the Continental Navy, with its venomous challenge, "Don't Tread on Me." Another naval flag had a green pine tree on a white background. The one shown here is the "Liberty Tree" flag. Other flags were quite similar to Britain's Union Jack or incorporated elements of it. A picture of the "Grand Union" flag is shown here. This is not surprising. Many colonists considered themselves loyal subjects of Britain many colonists came from Britain, and King George III ruled over the colonies. On January 1, 1776, the Continental Army was reorganized in accordance with a Congressional resolution which placed American forces under George Washington's control. On that New Year's Day the Continental Army was laying siege to Boston which had been taken over by the British Army. Washington ordered the Grand Union flag hoisted above his base at Prospect Hill "in compliment of the United Colonies." In Boston, on that New Year's Day, the Loyalists (supporters of Britain) had been circulating a recent King George speech, offering the Continental forces favorable terms if they laid down their arms. These Loyalists were convinced that the King's speech had impressed the Continentals into surrendering as a sign of the Continentals' "surrender," the Loyalists mistook the flying of the Grand Union flag over Prospect Hill as a show of respect to King George. In fact, however, the Continentals knew nothing of the speech until later. Washington wrote in a letter dated January 4, "By this time, I presume, they begin to think it strange we have not made a formal surrender of our lines." Obviously a new flag was needed. According to Betsy Ross's dates and sequence of events, in May the Congressional Committee called upon her at her shop. She finished the flag either in late May or early June 1776. In July, the Declaration of Independence was read aloud for the first time at Independence Hall. Amid celebration, bells throughout the city tolled, heralding the birth of a new nation. Much suffering and loss of life would result, however, before the United States would completely sever ties with Britain. Betsy Ross herself lost two husbands to the Revolutionary War. During the conflict the British appropriated her house to lodge soldiers. Through it all she managed to run her own upholstery business (which she continued operating for several decades after the war) and after the soldiers left, she wove cloth pouches which were used to hold gunpowder for the Continentals. (See The Story of Betsy Ross's Life for more information.) On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress, seeking to promote national pride and unity, adopted the national flag. "Resolved. that the flag of the United States be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white. that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation."

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Robin Williams portrays the American flag in "I Love Liberty," a two-hour television special created by Norman Lear and presented by People For the American Way.

Williams portrays the American flag in I Love Liberty, a two-hour television special created by Norman Lear and presented by People For the American Way.

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Tell students that being a citizen of a country is kind of like being on a team. You sometimes have to work hard to get along with the other people in your country, and the rules don't always seem fair to everyone, but citizens of the country can benefit from cooperating with other residents. Ask students what they think might make the people of the United States feel like they aqre all part of the same country, despite it's being so big with so many different types of people. You might suggest to them that people in the United States are proud of the country's history, natural beauty, and diversity. Ask students what they think it would be like if each state of the United States were a different country, with different languages, money, food, and customs. Do they think it's better that they are all part of the same country? Why or why not? Ask students to describe the American flag. What do the stars and stripes stand for? Do they think it's a good symbol for the country? Tell them that other countries have flags, too. Have students go to National Geographic's Flags and Facts and look at some flags from around the world. Ask students to choose a few flags that seem particularly interesting and to explain what they find intriguing about those flags. What feelings do the flags give them? If they lived in one of those countries, do they think they would be proud of their flag? What do they think the countries might be like, based on what the flags show?

Have students draw pictures of the real American flag and write short sentences describing what the stars and stripes represent. Then ask them what feelings they get when they look at the flag or when they sing the national anthem at a ball game or elsewhere. Why do they think a flag or song can make people feel a certain way? Help students find their state flag or a picture of the flag and explain what's on it. Do they think the flag is a good depiction of the state? Do they think it serves as a good symbol for the people of the state? What would they change about the flag if they had the chance?

Ask students to imagine that the President of the United States has decided that he wants to create a new American flag, and he has asked your class to design it. Have students create these new flags on construction paper, either individually, in pairs, in small groups, or as a class. Their flags should show scenes or symbols that depict their ideas about the things that make the United States interesting. In order to figure out what to include in their flags, have students view the pictures at the following Web sites, plus any others you think exemplify unique qualities of the United States. John Donohue's National Park Photos Postcards from America Gallery Hang the new flags around the school or classroom, and have students explain to the class why they have chosen their particular flag designs. What do the flags show about the country as a whole? How do the flags represent the things that residents of the United States have in common, as part of a "team"? Do they think most people in the country would be proud of their new flags?

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WATERLOO, Iowa Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama says he doesn't wear an American flag lapel pin because it has become a substitute for "true patriotism" since the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Asked about it Wednesday in an interview with KCRG-TV in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the Illinois senator said he stopped wearing the pin shortly after the attacks and instead hoped to show his patriotism by explaining his ideas to citizens. "The truth is that right after 9/11 I had a pin," Obama said. "Shortly after 9/11, particularly because as we're talking about the Iraq war, that became a substitute for I think true patriotism, which is speaking out on issues that are of importance to our national security. "I decided I won't wear that pin on my chest," he said in the interview. "Instead, I'm going to try to tell the American people what I believe will make this country great, and hopefully that will be a testament to my patriotism." On Thursday, his campaign issued a statement. "We all revere the flag, but Senator Obama believes that being a patriot is about more than a symbol. It's about fighting for our veterans when they get home and speaking honestly with the American people about this disastrous war."

HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY! In honor of the great American holiday, Huffington Post has pulled together a slideshow of some of entertainment's finest showing off their patriotism in stars and stripes throughout the years. From vintage shots from a classic television show to modern day magazine covers, the American flag motif has graced bodies in cloth, sequins and even a little body paint. Below is a slideshow of ten great American flag bikini moments (one on a Brazilian), with a few bonus shots of not-quite-bikinis thrown in as well. Any iconic shots we forgot? Let us know and leave a link in the comments section.

I'm trying to visualize a woman-in-burka picture as exuberant as Jessica Simpson's. Makes me glad all over again to be an American woman. and wish that I looked like that! And to see it like that, boy does our flag make sense! Star-spangled and bright-striped and bursting with pride and joy and life. Way to pursue happiness! I'm in the flag and the flag's in me! Perfect! By the way, I always think Stephen Colbert exemplifies the American flag -- so 100% full of himself, so 0% doubt, applause please!, I am America and so can you -- and another commenter here left a link to the picture of bare Stephen wrapped in the flag. Now that's iconic too!

What better way of commemorating 230 years of American independence than by creating an American Flag in pure CSS? Oh. Fireworks? Well, yeah, you can do that, too, I guess. But lets stick with the CSS flag idea for now.

First, lets lay the groundwork for the flag by constructing our HTML. Lets include a title for our page, as well as the 50 states represented in the American flag. The title is wrapped in a header tag. A semantically fitting way to markup the 50 states is through a list. So, enclose the states with an ordered list tag, and each state in a list-item tag.

Value to 50, to place it on top of both the stripes and the blue field it is set against. Once weve finished the tedious task of applying CSS to all fifty states, we have a completed American flag.

This final bit of CSS results in a festive American flag masterpiece that works in IE7+, Firefox 2+, Opera 9.5 and Safari. Happy 4th of July!

Stand alone paper model of the American flag, just one sheet to print it out. Here is a free printable simple paper model of our American Flag that prints out on only one sheet of printer paper in color and it will stand up on most surfaces. Place it on your computer monitor at work or school. Great school or camp activity, that exercises creativity and eye hand coordination.

Stand alone paper model of the American flag, just one sheet to print it out. In honor of the victims, fire fighters, volunteers, and everyone who was affected by the terrorist attacks on us., we dedicate this simple to make, one sheet American Flag paper model. We made it with a stand so you can place it just about anywhere, on top of your monitor, TV, etc.

Welcome to American Flag Recycling..This is a website designed to inform the conscientious American of an approved alternative to dispose of worn American flags.

(Important notice -- The link below it will take you to American Flags Express Inc. a company that is supporting our cause. Enter your e-mail address and you will be given an opportunity to sign up for American Flag Recycling Updates. If you have any questions call us. extension 21 for support.

American flags wear out. How do you properly retire and replace a worn American Flag? U. S. flags have been flying to show pride and dedication to our great nation, but many people are not familiar with proper ways of disposing worn out United States Flags. Since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, millions of nylon American flags have been made. Never before has recycling and replacement of the worn American Flag been such an issue. American Flag Recycling was created to inform consumers of proper ways to recycle American flags.

The most common way to dispose or recycle unserviceable U. S. flags is by burning. The Ceremony for Disposal of Unserviceable Flags was approved through Resolution No. 440 by the National Convention of The American Legion meeting in New York on September 20-23, 1937. At that time most American flags were made of cotton or wool. Today the vast majority of American flags are made of nylon or other petroleum-based materials. Click here for American Legion history details.

Ceremony for the Disposal of Unserviceable Flags The current American flag disposal ceremony was set forth in September 1937 when virtually all flags were made with cotton or wool. Todays durable flags last much longer and are made of nylon or polyester.

Recycling American flags is an acceptable alternative. Unfortunately, this respectful way of disposal has never been promoted. Now is the time and here is why.

Burning American flags made of nylon (a petroleum product) creates hazardous gases and wastes resources. Ironically, burning American flags increases our dependence on foreign oil.

(When burning worn American flags) keep personnel removed and upwind of fire. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus wear full protective equipment.

Historical Fact American flags have been recycled for years. In the 1800s and 1900s people would often take two worn cotton or wool flags and patch them together to make one presentable flag. Even today, large flags are trimmed, folded, re-stitched and patched to extend its life.

Fortunately, a new nylon recycling process has been discovered that converts virtually 100% of a nylon flag back into virgin grade nylon material which can be made into another new American flag.

Tell students that being a citizen of a country is kind of like being on a team. You sometimes have to work hard to get along with the other people in your country, and the rules don't always seem fair to everyone, but citizens of the country can benefit from cooperating with other residents. Ask students what they think might make the people of the United States feel like they aqre all part of the same country, despite it's being so big with so many different types of people. You might suggest to them that people in the United States are proud of the country's history, natural beauty, and diversity. Ask students what they think it would be like if each state of the United States were a different country, with different languages, money, food, and customs. Do they think it's better that they are all part of the same country? Why or why not? Ask students to describe the American flag. What do the stars and stripes stand for? Do they think it's a good symbol for the country? Tell them that other countries have flags, too. Have students go to National Geographic's Flags and Facts and look at some flags from around the world. Ask students to choose a few flags that seem particularly interesting and to explain what they find intriguing about those flags. What feelings do the flags give them? If they lived in one of those countries, do they think they would be proud of their flag? What do they think the countries might be like, based on what the flags show?

Have students draw pictures of the real American flag and write short sentences describing what the stars and stripes represent. Then ask them what feelings they get when they look at the flag or when they sing the national anthem at a ball game or elsewhere. Why do they think a flag or song can make people feel a certain way? Help students find their state flag or a picture of the flag and explain what's on it. Do they think the flag is a good depiction of the state? Do they think it serves as a good symbol for the people of the state? What would they change about the flag if they had the chance?

Ask students to imagine that the President of the United States has decided that he wants to create a new American flag, and he has asked your class to design it. Have students create these new flags on construction paper, either individually, in pairs, in small groups, or as a class. Their flags should show scenes or symbols that depict their ideas about the things that make the United States interesting. In order to figure out what to include in their flags, have students view the pictures at the following Web sites, plus any others you think exemplify unique qualities of the United States. John Donohue's National Park Photos Postcards from America Gallery Hang the new flags around the school or classroom, and have students explain to the class why they have chosen their particular flag designs. What do the flags show about the country as a whole? How do the flags represent the things that residents of the United States have in common, as part of a "team"? Do they think most people in the country would be proud of their new flags?

The official specification for federal procurements of U. S. flags is set by the General Services Administration. At the Defense Technology Information Center website www. dtic. mil is GSA "Federal Specification, Flag, National, United States of America and Flag, Union Jack," DDD-F-416E, dated November 27, 1981. It specifies the colors by reference to "Standard Color Cards of America" maintained by the Color Association of the United States, Inc. This is a color system designed for textile use - appropriate, since flags are made of cloth! The specifications are. Cable No. 70180 Old Glory Red Cable No. 70001 White Cable No. 70075 Old Glory Blue Various sources give different Pantone equivalencies for these colors. The most plausibly authoritative are those provided on miscellaneous American Embassy websites, including American Embassy London. It gives the red as PMS 193 and the blue as PMS 282. On the other hand, Texas state law says the Texas state flag has the same colors as the U. S. flag, and that they are red PMS193 and blue PMS281. It should be noted that flags produced other than for the executive branch of the government are not bound by any of this. Joe McMillan, 25 September 2001

We offer American Flags made in the USA by Valley Forge Flag Co., in addition to our own brand of nylon and SuperTough polyester. We also offer low cost printed American flags in lightweight polyester and durable superknit polyester. We now offer 6 months warranty on both Valley Forge Koralex Polyester and SuperTough American flags sizes 3ftx5ft to 5ftx8ft.

We have 100 different US flag products, ranging in size from 4x6in to 30ftx50ft. The list includes indoor and outdoor kits, car flags, stick flags, banners, nylon, cotton and polyester flags, printed flags, sewn flags and more! View list of 100 US flag products or display all 100 US flag products. Did You Know? The first flag of the United States actually incorporated the British flag in the canton where the 50 stars are now.For more info, visit FlagPictures. org, which has free American flag picture downloads, info and history.

Sewn nylon flags are the most popular outdoor flags. They are very attractive to look at, durable, affordable, and they fly with the least wind. Sewn Polyester flags are our most durable flags, and are the best option if you intend to fly the flag 24/7. They require more wind than nylon flags to "fly" as they are heavier. They are made from a special type of polyester fabric which looks like coarse cotton in texture. They are also the most expensive flags. Cotton flags Our Online Stores Brand are made from densely woven heavy cotton fabric, with rich vibrant colors. They make attractive flags for indoor display. These flags have sewn stripes and embroidered stars. They are not designed for use outdoors. We also offer Cotton flags made by Valley Forge which are suitable for outdoor use but are not as attractive indoors. Banners All these American flags have grommets for flagpole use. We also offer Banner type flags which have a sleeve to attach the flag to the pole. Printed US Flags We offer a choice of very low cost printed polyester flags, and more durable Superknit polyester flags. Flags up to 6ft x 10ft have grommets for flagpole use. Larger sizes have roped headings with thimble ends. We are number 378 on the list of the 500 largest online retailers, and we are the only flag retailer on this list. We are currently the second fastest growing retailer in western PA. We are a division of Online Stores Inc.. Visit our new American Flag store hosted by Amazon. com for more great deals.

The United States Flag Store carries every type of American flag imaginable, from indoor flags and flagpoles to outdoor wall mounted kits. You can choose between nylon flags and polyester flags of varying qualities from home use to G-SPEC official government size flags. We sell high-quality Valley Forge Flag Company items as well as our own brand of great flag products. Whether you’re looking for many small stick flags to hand out to a class or group or you’re looking to install a large permanent flagpole, The United States Flag Store has it in stock. Our American flags range in size from just a few inches to 30 ft. x 50 ft.! Many of our flags are made in the USA, but we do carry inexpensive imported flags, as well. All flags are rated on a 5-star scale in important categories like durability, flyability, and appearance. Our position as the largest online flag seller allows you to get a great price on a flag. We have economy-grade flags for just a couple dollars and also get the highest quality large flags for better prices than you’ll find anywhere else. There are many categories to choose from, including flags for boats & vehicles, flag mounting kits, and flag fabric types. You can even utilize our convenient search function to easily find any type of American flag you’re looking for.

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You don't have the American flag pin on. Is that a fashion statement?" the reporter asked, at the end of a brief interview with Obama on Wednesday. "Those have been on politicians since Sept. 12, 2001." Catch David Wright's report tonight on "World News with Charles Gibson." The standard political reply to that question might well have been, "My patriotism speaks for itself." But Obama didn't say that. Instead the Illinois senator answered the question at length, explaining that he no longer wears such a pin, at least in part, because of the Iraq War. "You know, the truth is that right after 9/11, I had a pin," Obama said. "Shortly after 9/11, particularly because as we're talking about the Iraq War, that became a substitute for I think true patriotism, which is speaking out on issues that are of importance to our national security, I decided I won't wear that pin on my chest.

During the hoisting or lowering of the flag or when it passes in parade or review, Americans should stand at attention facing the flag and place their right hand over the heart. Uniformed military members render the military salute. Men not in uniform should remove any headdress and hold it with their right hand at their left shoulder, the hand resting over the heart. Those who are not U. S. citizens should stand at attention. When the flag is worn out or otherwise no longer a fitting emblem for display, it should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.

13-Fold Ceremony, Other Scripts ApprovedWASHINGTON (October 30, 2007) -- To ensure burial services at the 125 national cemeteries operated by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) reflect the wishes of veterans and their families, VA officials have clarified the Department’s policy about recitations made while the U. S. flag is folded at the gravesite of a veteran. Honoring the burial wishes of veterans is one of the highest commitments for the men and women of VA, said William F. Tuerk, VA’s Under Secretary for Memorial Affairs. A family may request the recitation of words to accompany the meaningful presentation of the American flag as we honor the dedication and sacrifice of their loved ones. Traditional gravesite military funeral honors include the silent folding and presentation of an American flag, a 21-gun rifle salute, and the playing of Taps. The clarification includes the following.

A purchased flag can not express the same love and pride, as one that has been made with your own two hands. An American flag makes a great gift! Use your sewing group to construct a flag to be donated to your community. Consider sharing your American pride by giving a flag, made with love, to the loved ones on your Christmas list. Materials needed for an approximately 3' by 5' Flag.

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I don't know if this is a case of buy a book and get a flag or the other way round, either way the flag comes off best, it's three by five foot and made of filament polyester. As to the book I think Old Glory deserves better, there are sixty-two photos in seventy-two pages and many of them are blurred (not because the flag is fluttering in the wind) or over enlarged, a few of them are really not worth including. The images came from stock photo agencies, a page in the back of the book gives their names and pages numbers, only the book has no page numbers (this might give you an idea about seriously the publishers took this production) so there are no photographer's credits or captions to tell you where or when each photo was taken. Of course some of the photos are worth looking at, one of the flag made of neon certainly is and several of the outdoor ones are arresting. At the start of the book Whitney Smith of the Flag Research Center writes a short essay about the origins of the flag but does not include a diagram about how to fold it correctly or say anything about the strong and enduring symbolism of the twelve folds. For a package that includes a real flag I feel this is a major omission. Far better than `The American Flag', are two books by leading American graphic designer Kit Hinrichs, `Stars Stripes' has the work of ninety-six designers and their graphic interpretations of the flag. A book of coffee table proportions and stunningly designed is `Long May She Wave', it features hundreds of images from Hinrichs own huge flag collection. Finally, have a look at `United We Stand' by Peter Gwillim Kreitler, a lovely little paperback with 106 magazine covers from July 1942 all of which have the flag as a prominent part of the cover design. Stirring stuff!

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Lawrence Rinder. This is Eduardo Paolozzi's As Is When (Wittgenstein Suite). Wittgenstein in New York (1965). Paolozzi's image of the American flag appears as part of a cacophonous cityscape in which image and object, inside and outside, public and private merge and interpenetrate. The flag itself is composed of proto-digital pixel-like forms. Tossed into play within a topsy turvy meaning game, the flag in Paolozzi's screen-print takes on an ethereal, virtual presence, waving stiffly over a bizarre, flattened world.(This is a silkscreen print from the collection of the UC Berkeley Art Museum, a gift of Peter Selz in honor of the 20th anniversary of the University Art Museum. Which reminds me. Peter Selz's most recent book/show was Art of Engagement. Visual Politics in California and Beyond.)Previously. David Rubin picked Sam Wiener. Anthony Huberman picked Lutz Bacher. Connie Butler picked David Hammons. Rita Gonzalez picked Juan Capistran. A BuzzFeed page where you can contribute your own favorite examples of the American flag in contemporary art.

American flag at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Washington Photo Safari teaches the techniques of travel photography by taking visitors and local residents on half-day and day-long photo shoots around the monuments of the nation’s capital and other cities, while an accompanying professional photographer gives them tips in composition, exposure, interior photography without flash, and outdoor portraiture. I attended the Monuments and Memorials Photo Safari, one of the may safaris that are offered by WPS. My safari was led by E. David Luria, DC architectural landmark photographer, member of the American Society of Media Photographers, and founder of Washington Photo Safari.

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The Obama Transition Team released today the new official portrait of President-elect Barack Obama, to be hung in federal office buildings from Limestone, Maine, to Wasilla, Alaska (and on to Honolulu, natch) after he takes the oath of office on January 20. (Not to mention all U. S. Embassies from here to Lahore and back.)The first time that an official presidential portrait was taken with a digital camera, the image features the 47-year-old president-elect in front of an American flag sporting a blue tie with red and white stripes. On his lapel -- a flag pin. The photo was taken by Pete Souza, a former photographer for the Chicago Tribune and the newly-announced official White House photographer. You can download a copy of the pic HERE. - jpt January 14, 2009 | Permalink | User Comments (39)

Bandaged and war-torn American flag hearts and other animated hearts swirl outward and toward you from the center of this red, white and blue American Valentines Day screen to the music of Proud to be an American, which plays continually in the background.

American flags & fireworks with God Bless America midi on transparent background. Dedicated to those we lost on September 9 2001.

This screensaver has a beautiful American flag encased in a gold based snowglobe. The snow for this screensaver is silver stars. Smaller identical snowglobes continually float across your screen. Red, white and blue stars sparkle in the background. This fully animated screensaver is complete with mutable music and adjustable speed.

American Eagle Balls bouncing around on transparent background. Ball is an American Flag with Eagle.

USA flag stars moving in all kinds of directions all over a matching wallpaper and is great for the patriotic and 4th Of July. Has matching theme and wallpaper in the theme and wallpaper sections under the name of American Flag Basket. NON-TRANSPARENT screensaver with mutable music. Hope ya like it! Wallpaper done by CANDY!

Patriotic saver with a beautiful American flag, against a Star Angel background with tons of stars. Fireworks and Independence day sign animate randomly. A visually stunning saver. Sound is included.

Set your screen saver to display floating American flags on your desktop or on a white background. This screen saver includes password protection and is a great way of showing your patriotism.

Patriotic theme with a beautiful American flag, against a Star Angel background with tons of stars. Fireworks animate randomly. A visually stunning saver. Sound is included.

Lovely screensaver for July 4th featuring an American flag waving in the breeze on a bubbly, rippling background. Visit my site at www. wallpapersbymary. com and check out www. themeshack. net for some of the best spyware free computer art on the net!

Patriotic & Religious Symbols float up and down on a background of the American Flag as John Wayne recites the Pledge Of Allegence. Has matching Wallpaper.

USA flag stars moving in all kinds of directions all over the computer screen are great for the patriotic and 4th Of July. Has matching theme and wallpaper in the theme and wallpaper sections under the name of American Flag Basket. TRANSPARENT screensaver with mutable music. Hope ya like it!

The White house is the first in our National Monuments series. Taken from Pennsylvania Ave, this screensaver features the fountain and American flag in full motion with sound. Other screensavers include Yellowstone, Yosemite and Niagara Falls.

A patriotic collage decorates your desktop with classic images of patriotism combined with newfound pride in the American Flag after the tragic events of September 2001. Music included.

Saver to match my Liberty Island Fourth of July theme and startup/shutdown screens. See Bursting fireworks with a floating American flag. VERY low level background music of the National Anthem (can be toggled off).

My tribute to the terrible disaster in the USA. An American flag shadowed by our country with the words United We Stand. along with a bunch of stars that bounce. Full song now included. Theme available separately.

High resolution images of artistic american flags. 19 images in a transitional slideshow. This goes with my desktop theme.

This is a wonderful saver with 12 different pictures of Americas cartoon sweetheart Betty Boop. You will fine Betty standing in front of the American flag, representing some of Americas favorite passtimes, the military, and the firedepartment. Music, The Grand Old Flag and Betty Boop sounds. Enjoy Jeanie.

This screensaver is for any patriot American, anyone celebrating the 4th of July or anyone that likes flags. It shows many moving, waving American flags. Its transparent background makes siutable far any theme. It includes mutable music.

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As part of a month-long aircraft makeover, a painted American flag was removed from the tail of Sen. Barack Obama's official campaign airplane and was replaced with the presidential candidate's trademark "O" symbol. The refurbished 757 was unveiled to members of the news media today, 41 of whom boarded the craft and took off to meet Obama in Amman, Jordan, where the presidential candidate will stop as part of a Middle Eastern and European tour. Obama traveled to the Mideast earlier this week on board a separate airplane. Fox News blogger Bonny Kapp, traveling on Obama's new airplane, reported. "The North American jet that flew Obama and his traveling crew around for much of the primary season was refurbished with new seats and power for each passenger a must on the campaign trail. And the plane that once had an American flag on its tail now sports the Obama 'O.'"

Obama's 'O' symbol is red, white and blue. Most official U. S. government aircraft, including Air Force One, have U. S. flags on their tails. Both Fox News and the Chicago Sun-Times posted pictures of the Obama campaign's redressed airplane, which does not have an American flag or any other U. S. national symbols on the section that sports the airplane door from which Obama and his team will enter and exit. The airplane boasts Obama's anthem, "Change We Can Believe In" and the candidates website address.

American Flag ( us. ) was an American Thoroughbred racehorse. Bred and raced by Samuel D. Riddle, who owned his sire, Man o' War, he was out of the dam Lady Comfey. Trained by Gwyn Tompkins, as a two year old American Flag's most important performance was a win in the Manor Stakes at Laurel Park Racecourse in Laurel, Maryland. Undefeated at age three, he had important wins in the Withers and Dwyer Stakes plus he captured what became known as the third leg of the U. S. Triple Crown series, the Belmont Stakes. His 1925 performances earned him Champion Three-Year-Old colt honors. Following the retirement of Gwyn Tompkins, American Flag was sent back to the track at age four under trainer George Conway. In the 1926 Suburban Handicap American Flag ran second to stablemate Crusader, who was another son of Man o' War. Retired to his owner's Faraway Farm in Lexington, Kentucky, as a stallion, American Flag met with modest success. He most notable offspring was the colt Gusto who won the American Derby, Arlington Classic Stakes and the Jockey Club Gold Cup, and through his mating to the mare Nellie Morse, the filly Nellie Flag who was the 1934 U. S. Champion Two-Year-Old Filly and who became a significant broodmare for Calumet Farm. In 1942, during World War II, owner Samuel Riddle gave American Flag to the U. S. Army Remount service. The twenty-year-old horse died that fall at the Remount station near Front Royal, Virginia. [1]

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Oct. 12, 2007 | New Rule. Show me a man wearing an American flag pin in his lapel, and I'll show you an asshole. I'm sure there are exceptions, but in general people need to remember that lapels aren't for wearing pins to create the illusion that you're supporting the troops. They're for wearing ribbons to create the illusion that you're helping cure a disease. Last week we had the first genuine controversy of the presidential campaign. the shocking news that Barack Obama doesn't wear an American flag lapel pin, so apparently he and America are no longer going steady. "No lapel pin, Senator? It's like not wearing pants. Why don't you just stab the Statue of Liberty in the eye while bitch-slapping a 9/11 widow?" Another in a series of bullshit non-stories that have zero effect on the troops, the war or anything in the real world -- or, as Fox calls it, "Breaking News."

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According to popular legend, the first American flag was made by Betsy Ross, a Philadelphia seamstress who was acquainted with George Washington, leader of the Continental Army, and other influential Philadelphians. In May 1776, so the story goes, General Washington and two representatives from the Continental Congress visited Ross at her upholstery shop and showed her a rough design of the flag. Although Washington initially favored using a star with six points, Ross advocated for a five-pointed star, which could be cut with just one quick snip of the scissors, and the gentlemen were won over. Unfortunately, historians have never been able to verify this charming version of events, although it is known that Ross made flags for the navy of Pennsylvania. The story of Washington's visit to the flagmaker became popular about the time of the country's first centennial, after William Canby, a grandson of Ross, told about her role in shaping U. S. history in a speech given at the Philadelphia Historical Society in March 1870. What is known is that the first unofficial national flag, called the Grand Union Flag or the Continental Colours, was raised at the behest of General Washington near his headquarters outside Boston, Mass., on Jan. 1, 1776. The flag had 13 alternating red and white horizontal stripes and the British Union Flag (a predecessor of the Union Jack) in the canton. Another early flag had a rattlesnake and the motto Don't Tread on Me. The first official national flag, also known as the Stars and Stripes, was approved by the Continental Congress on June 14, 1777. The blue canton contained 13 stars, representing the original 13 colonies, but the layout varied. Although nobody knows for sure who designed the flag, it may have been Continental Congress member Francis Hopkinson. After Vermont and Kentucky were admitted to the Union in 1791 and 1792, respectively, two more stars and two more stripes were added in 1795. This 15-star, 15-stripe flag was the star-spangled banner that inspired lawyer Francis Scott Key to write the poem that later became the U. S. national anthem. In 1818, after five more states had gained admittance, Congress passed legislation fixing the number of stripes at 13 and requiring that the number of stars equal the number of states. The last new star, bringing the total to 50, was added on July 4, 1960, after Hawaii became a state. Information Please Database, 2007 Pearson Education, Inc. All rights reserved.

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***scroll for updatesnew photo added below of a student in Dallas screamed at by an angry mob for carrying an American flagplus fence-hopping at Montebello H. Sunreality-based Ted Kennedy gets the Clueless Blowhard of the Day Awardchanting in Las Vegas.

03/28. Student protest Whittier area students from Pioneer, California and Whittier high schools walked out of classes to protest the proposed federal immigration bill March 27, 2006. The protestors put up the Mexican flag over the American flag flying upside down at Montebello High. (Leo Jarzomb/Staff photo)

More. Meanwhile. Mexico Cheers Passage of Immigration Bill Like I said. Welcome to reconquista. I predict this stunt will be the nail in the coffin of any guest-worker/amnesty plan on the table in Washington. The image of the American flag subsumed by another and turned upside down on American soil is already spreading on Internet forums and via e-mail. The battle for borders and immigration laws that actually mean something, however, hasnt even begun. *** Update 3/29 1030am EST. New photo from the Dallas pro-illegal immigration student rally via the Dallas Morning News. Click here for full-size. Caption. *** Mickey Kaus. Skipping school to block freeways and flying the U. S. flag upside down under the Mexican flagThose anti-anti-immigrant student protesters in L. A. know how to win over a majority of ordinary voters! Update. My new column this week, Racism gets a whitewash, is up. Conclusion. Apologists are quick to argue that Latino supremacists are just a small fringe faction of the pro-illegal immigration movement (never mind that their ranks include former and current Hispanic politicians from L. A. mayor Antonio Villaraigosa to former California Democratic gubernatorial candidate Cruz Bustamante). But youll never hear or read such forgiving caveats in the mainstream presss hostile coverage of the pro-immigration enforcement members of the Minutemen Project—who are universally smeared as racists. For what? For peacefully demanding that our government enforce its laws and secure its borders. Yes, borders. Last time I checked a map of North America, they still do exist. Unless we give in and let the bullies and their appeasers whitewash those out of existence, too. Underscoring my point about the media whitewash, most coverage of the illegal alien student protests keeps playing up how peaceful the demonstrations were. *** Feedback. Lance at Red State Rant - An upside down flag means distress. Reader Keith M.. The flag should never be displayed with the union down, except as a signal of dire distress in instances of extreme danger to life or property. I am sure you can see the irony. The folks that think they are showing disrespect for the flag are actually signaling to everyone th[at] the US is in trouble. Reader TMJ. I live in a small farm town in Nelson County, Virginia, and will retire from the Virginia Army National Guard in April 2006, after 22 years. I have spent almost one half of my adult life preparing myself and my soldiers for a time, such as now, that our country might successfully face our enemies, foreign and domestic. Looking at your webpage this morning and seeing the pictures of the high school students raising a Mexican national flag over an upside down American flag saddened me terribly, insofar as there are American soldiers, Marines, sailors, and airmen currently putting their lives in danger in order to provide these citizens the comfort of knowing that their protests will not result in being lined up against a wall and executed for their behavior, as they might in other countries around the world. What would be interesting to know is if these young men and women are enjoying their educations on the back of the American taxpayer at a public school, while denigrating the country that provides these benefits to them, and so blatantly desecrating the flag that serves as a beacon to draw them to America in the first place. Blogger Thomas Galvin e-mails. Liberals and Hispanic provocateurs have deflected criticism of illegal aliens waving Mexican flags at their protests by saying that the Irish flag was waved on St. Patricks Day. These pictures can show that the American flag was the most represented flag at New Yorks St. Patricks Day parade. I have no bias because my dad was Irish and my mom is from Honduras (and as a legal immigrant who became a citizen and votes Republican she is appalled by the protests!) Reader Lawrence Kent. I read your entry this morning regarding the student protests that were covered by the Whittier Daily News. I was appalled and disgusted to see how ignorantly and bllissfully these students displayed their disrespect for their own rights and freedoms. When I saw that these pictures were captured in front of Montebello High School in Montebello, CA it made me even more disappointed. My father is a Montebello High School Alum (Class of 60). My father was raised in Montebello, my grandparents lived in Montebello for almost 50 years, I spent many a day in Montebello as a youth while visiting my grandparents in my youth. The community has always been predominantly Hispanic, and most were proud to be Americans above being of Mexican ancestry. I called the high school and spoke with Barry Schwartz, the Activities Director and mentor of the Student Leadership Cousel. Mr. Schwartz vehemently denied that any Montebello High School Students participated in that free-for-all of disrespect that was captured by the Whittier Daily News. Mr. Schwartz claimed that all those student captured in that photograph, hoisting the Mexican Flag above the upside down American Flag were from El Rancho High School in Pico Rivera, the neighboring town. He gave me the telephone number for El Rancho High School and urged me to cantact their administration regarding these transgressions. The phone number for El Rancho High School is (562) us. Mr. Schwartz said that during this entire ordeal the Montebello High School Students were in lockdown and kept away from this melee. As the Whittier Daily News photos show, however, many Montebello students defied the lockdown byyuphopping the school fences. Caption.

Just in. My name is Barry Schwartz, Activities Director at Montebello High School. I would like to correct the information on your web site. The students that took done the American flag and put up the Mexican flag were NOT from Montebello High School…they were from El Rancho High School (Pico Rivera) and from the Whittier area high schools (app. 800- 1000 students were involved). Our students were in class at this time. If it weren’t for these students, our students were not have left schoolOur school is getting a bad rap…the Administration, Staff, and students do not condone this action. *** Rob Port is reminded of Teddy Roosevelts words. In the first place we should insist that if the immigrant who comes here in good faith becomes an American and assimilates himself to us, he shall be treated on an exact equality with everyone else, for it is an outrage to discriminate against any such man because of creed, or birthplace, or origin. But this is predicated upon the mans becoming in very fact an American, and nothing but an American There can be no divided allegiance here. Any man who says he is an American, but something else also, isnt an American at all. We have room for but one flag, the American flag, and this excludes the red flag, which symbolizes all wars against liberty and civilization, just as much as it excludes any foreign flag of a nation to which we are hostileWe have room for but one language here, and that is the English languageand we have room for but one sole loyalty and that is a loyalty to the American people. *** From Bill Frists blog. Today the Senate will begin debate on my Secure Americas Borders Act (SABA) bill and tomorrow the first amendment offered will be the bill approved by the Judiciary Committee on Monday night. In the coming days we will debate the merits of each. This debate will give Americans the opportunity to hear all sides of this important issue. I believe this is an important debate for us to have, and equally important for us to act. For too long this problem has gone unaddressed and is now threatening our national and economic security. As we enter into this debate, let me be clear with you where I stand. We are a nation of immigrants built upon the rule of law. And so many legal immigrants have played by the rules when coming to this country and making a life for themselves and their families. We should not break faith with those who played by the rules, so I will not support amnesty. We respect the rule of law and those who made it here the right way, and are trying to make it here the right way, rather than reward those who came here the wrong way. America needs to secure her borders and we need real interior enforcement. Which is why the bill I introduced prioritizes both as well as increases legal immigration, and in doing each, honors our heritage as a nation of immigrants who value the rule of law. I am pleased that the Judiciary committee bill has strong border enforcement mechanisms - the inclusion of those in this bill is a big step in the right direction. But we have much more work to do. No kidding. *** Ed Morrissey. The rallies in Southern California only ripped the lid off of a well-known dynamic in the culture that mixes native guilt with radical illegal-immigrant activism to fuel the La Raza dream of Aztlan, the reconquest of the the Southwest and its return to Mexico or existence as a separate nation. This radical notion has been around since 1969 and plays a part in the fringe politics of the Southwest. However, the increasing sense of entitlement for illegals in the area has led this impulse out of the shadows and into the forefront of the amnesty movement by enabling people to argue that the illegals are returning to their own land and that the US lacks the sovereignty to declare otherwise. If the illegals and their support groups think this will win over the American people, they are very much mistaken. If they think they can intimidate Congress into action with these demonstrations that may be another thing entirely, Im afraid. Excellent round-up of news and opinion on the latest developments in the Senate at A Certain Slant of Light. Reader Adrian C.. I am a Hispanic male born in Texas (3rd generation) but I must tell you I am totally disgusted with what I have seen recently here in LA and across the country. My wife and I were watching a movie on HBO the other day called Walkout and I turned to her and said “History will repeat itself” sure enough within a week this happens. I do not understand what part of “illegal” people do not understand. I am just blown away at the stupidity of some of fellow “raza”. Reader Ethan. I was on the BART system not long ago and noticed a advertisement for a radio station called La Raza which touted that it played our music for our people. It is yet another sign of the chicano separatist movement. Imagine a radio station entitled The Race. White Music For White People. It highlights something you have long pointed out, that there is a glaring double standard in the way different ethnicities are treated. White pride is a taboo while multiculturalists everywhere applaud the black power and chicano power movements as noble advocates for social justice. I know this is a disgusting fact, but because you are an ethnic female you are allowed to say many things that white guys are booed and hissed out of the public forum and dismissed as bigots for saying. Multiculturalism is the new McCarthyism and ideas are categorized as racist or stereotypical without being considered. I hope you know what Im trying to say. I am a carpenter, handyman, and day laborer who has been competing with illegals for years and lost many contracts because as I have been told many times, I could hire two Mexicans for your wages. I appreciate the spotlight you are putting on the issue and the insidious social forces behind it. Thanks. The Minuteman Project website is here. Val Prieto of Babalu Blog weighs in, and Im quoting his eloquent response in full. I hadnt wanted to cover this subject here on Babalu for fear of opening up a great big ole can of worms, but I feel I have to clarify a few things regarding the recent protests by latinos or hispanics throughout the US. First, there is no such thing as a latino race. There is no such thing as an hispanic race. Both terms are contrived and used solely for census purposes. There is no such country as latinolandia and Hispaniola is technically half of an island in the Caribbean. Second, I am not nor will I ever be part of La Raza. Nor do I agree or support their current protests. Some of you may, but I do not. Third, I have never and will never, despite having many issues with the government of the United States throughout the years, burn a flag of the United States of America. I am Cuban by birth, American by the grace of God. And a darned proud, dignified, thankful and respectful American. Fourth, while I certainly sympathize with the Mexican people for their countrys economic and social troubles, I refuse to be lumped together as a class or a race simply because we speak a similar language. If Mexicans and Mexican-Americans had wanted my support, then they should have supported the cause of a free and democratic Cuba, instead of the majority and at times the Mexican government having sided with and legitimizing the government of fidel castro. Fifth, there is a difference between a Cuban living in the United States and a Mexican living in the United States. One is a political refugee and the other is an immigrant, respectively. When Mexicans are being oppressed and have their basic human rights trampeled on by their government as Cubans do, then perhaps my opinion will change, until then, the aforementioned difference stands. Mexicans and Mexican-Americans may very well have legitimate gripes with the government of the US, but as La Raza, the flags they are burning and flying up-side down below the Mexican flag do not speak for me. I aint Mexican, I aint Latino and I aint Hispanic. I am an American of Cuban descent. And damned proud of it. *** Previous this week. Free rides for student protesters How bout media guest workers? Welcome to reconquista Teddy Kennedy is very happy Bushs shadow boxing Minutemen attacked Bushs open-borders platitudes

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Review In the wake of the Pearl Harbor attack, there was an understandable upswell of patriotic public display. Naturally, the United States flag was a central image in many of these expressions. Hollywood s support for the war effort is well-known, but less well-known is the organized response of the periodical press. As part of The United We Stand campaign, conceived by Hearst publicist Paul MacNamara to support eh war effort (and to sell magazines), roughly 500 magazines featured the U. S. flag on their covers in July 1942. Peter Kreitler s book, seven inches tall and five and one-half inches wide, is a small gem that features more than 100 of his collection s 200 United We Stand magazine covers. Aside from the short introduction, a few inserts and the index, the book has no other text. Each magazine cover is allowed to speak for itself, which is, after all, exactly how magazine covers are intended to work. Certainly, this book has current interest given the renewed emphasis on the World War II generation and the patriotic displays of the flag (even the use of the slogan, United We Stand ) in the wake of the September 11 terrorist attacks. However, this book has qualities that go beyond these points. The contemporary reader, as if transported to a newsstand in the gold age of the magazine, becomes engrossed in an experience that has its own integrity aside form surveying the magazines many and varied interpretations of the flag. It is fascinating to examine the 1942 covers of industry standards like "Time," "The New Yorker" and "Vogue," among others, and compare them to today s. Fantastic comic book covers, like "Master Comics," "Looney Toons" and "Captain Marvell" to name a few, jump out at the reader. Perhaps most fascinating, sometimes most poignant, are the covers of long-lost magazines indicative of another era, "Country Gentleman, Indian Motorcycle News," and "Quiz Kid Magazine" are a few of the many. No less engaging is discovering names like H. L. Mencken, T. S. Eliot and E. B. White among the contributors listed on the covers. Appropriately enough, Kreitling s magazine collection has come to the attention of the Smithsonian Institute, which will exhibit nearly 100 of them from March 22 through October 28 in the National Museum of American History. Planned in the spring of 2001 as an exhibit to mark the 60th anniversary of the United We Stand campaign, the events of September 11 have since imbued this exhibition with a significance that transcends its original intent. Appropriately, a portion of the proceeds for this book will be donated to the American Red Cross. This book, published to accompany the exhibit, can be appreciated whether or not the reader goes to the Smithsonian. Army MagazineIn the wake of the Pearl Harbor attack, there was an understandable upswell of patriotic public display. Naturally, the United States flag was a central image in many of these expressions. Hollywood s support for the war effort is well-known, but less well-known is the organized response of the periodical press. As part of The United We Stand campaign, conceived by Hearst publicist Paul MacNamara to support eh war effort (and to sell magazines), roughly 500 magazines featured the U. S. flag on their covers in July 1942. Peter Kreitler s book, seven inches tall and five and one-half inches wide, is a small gem that features more than 100 of his collection s 200 United We Stand magazine covers. Aside from the short introduction, a few inserts and the index, the book has no other text. Each magazine cover is allowed to speak for itself, which is, after all, exactly how magazine covers are intended to work. Certainly, this book has current interest given the renewed emphasis on the World War II generation and the patriotic displays of the flag (even the use of the slogan, United We Stand ) in the wake of the September 11 terrorist attacks. However, this book has qualities that go beyond these points. The contemporary reader, as if transported to a newsstand in the gold age of the magazine, becomes engrossed in an experience that has its own integrity aside form surveying the magazines many and varied interpretations of the flag. It is fascinating to examine the 1942 covers of industry standards like Time, The New Yorker and Vogue, among others, and compare them to today s. Fantastic comic book covers, like Master Comics, Looney Toons and Captain Marvell to name a few, jump out at the reader. Perhaps most fascinating, sometimes most poignant, are the covers of long-lost magazines indicative of another era, Country Gentleman, Indian Motorcycle News, and Quiz Kid Magazine are a few of the many. No less engaging is discovering names like H. L. Mencken, T. S. Eliot and E. B. White among the contributors listed on the covers. Appropriately enough, Kreitling s magazine collection has come to the attention of the Smithsonian Institute, which will exhibit nearly 100 of them from March 22 through October 28 in the National Museum of American History. Planned in the spring of 2001 as an exhibit to mark the 60th anniversary of the United We Stand campaign, the events of September 11 have since imbued this exhibition with a significance that transcends its original intent. Appropriately, a portion of the proceeds for this book will be donated to the American Red Cross. This book, published to accompany the exhibit, can be appreciated whether or not the reader goes to the Smithsonian. Army Magazine Product Description To celebrate Independence Day, virtually every major U. S. magazine came together in the summer following Pearl Harbor to feature the image of the American flag on its cover-inspiring a country at war from newsstands across the nation. United We Stand collects more than 100 of the most striking covers from the campaign in this stirring visual tribute. Coinciding with an exhibition of the covers at the Smithsonian Institution, the book also includes an introduction on how the campaign began and a selection of patriotic quotations from the magazines themselves. Sixty years after they first appeared, the images still retain their power to move. See all Editorial Reviews

"OLD GLORY". THE AMERICAN FLAG Most American have great respect for their flag and every school day begins with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Stars and Stripes. Written in 1892, this pledge is recited in schools before classes begin and it serves as a sign of unity and identity for the various groups of people who have come from so many different lands and cultures. Students stand at attention with their right hand over their heart, face the flag which is displayed in the classroom before them and begin, " I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America." Even the immigrants who come from distant lands must recite this pledge to the flag when they become eligible for citizenship. The American flag is also known as "Old Glory" and over the years has evolved to its present form of fifty stars and thirteen stripes. The stars represent the fifty states and the stripes stand for the original thirteen colonies. The first version of the flag with its stars and stripes appeared in 1777, but only had thirteen stars. As each new state joined the union, a new star was added. The last star to be added was in 1960 after Hawaii became the fiftieth state. In the future if another state joins the Union, another star will be added to the field of blue. The number of stripes, however, remains consistent and never changes. The design of the flag may have altered over the years, but the colors. red, white and blue have remained constant. In 1782 the Congress of the United States proclaimed that red stood for hardiness and courage, white stood for purity and innocence, and blue for justice and perseverance. President Wilson in 1916 and later President Coolidge in 1927 suggested in proclamations to fellow countrymen that a special day be set aside to honor the flag. In 1949 the American Congress gave official recognition of June 14 as Flag Day. It was the flag which inspired the creation of the national anthem during the War of 1812. During that war the British attacked Fort McHenry and the battle which raged throughout the night was witnessed by Francis Scott Key, an American poet and lawyer working as an attorney in Washington. He had noticed at dawn the day after the battle that the American flag was still waving over the fort and had survived the conflict. This had so amazed him that he was inspired to write the words to the American anthem. The words were written to fit the melody of a popular drinking song. Today this rousing song of national pride is rightly called, "The Star Spangled Banner" and it continues to inspire all those, both young and old, who are proud to be Americans. Later in 1931 it was recognized as the national anthem and today every school assembly and professional baseball game begins with this well-known anthem which sings of the "Star Spangled Banner" waving "over the land of the free and the home of the brave." Many, however, find the melody difficult to sing and attempts have been made unsuccessfully to simplify the music. Today the actual "Star Spangled Banner" which flew over Fort McHenry is on display at the Smithsonian Institution in the nation's capital.

WATERLOO, Iowa Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama says he doesn't wear an American flag lapel pin because it has become a substitute for "true patriotism" since the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Asked about it Wednesday in an interview with KCRG-TV in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the Illinois senator said he stopped wearing the pin shortly after the attacks and instead hoped to show his patriotism by explaining his ideas to citizens. "The truth is that right after 9/11 I had a pin," Obama said. "Shortly after 9/11, particularly because as we're talking about the Iraq war, that became a substitute for I think true patriotism, which is speaking out on issues that are of importance to our national security. "I decided I won't wear that pin on my chest," he said in the interview. "Instead, I'm going to try to tell the American people what I believe will make this country great, and hopefully that will be a testament to my patriotism." On Thursday, his campaign issued a statement. "We all revere the flag, but Senator Obama believes that being a patriot is about more than a symbol. It's about fighting for our veterans when they get home and speaking honestly with the American people about this disastrous war."

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It matters to us because it matters to them. That huge American flag is dragging along the ground in Missouri, yesterday, following a John McCain rally. Let's all recall that John McCain and the Republicans tried to use a phony "flag desecration" story to damage the Democrats following our convention. So, my friends in the media, John McCain has made this story relevant. If John McCain, Sarah Palin, Michelle Bachman and the rest of the Republicans are going to walk around boasting about how they're better Americans than Democrats, better Americans than Barack Obama, then their party needs to stop treating the American flag like a used Kleenex. Had Obama done this, there'd be hell to pay. Once again, the Republicans talk a good talk about patriotism, about the flag, but when it comes to their actions, they're always somewhat wanting.

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WASHINGTON is suddenly hip again, infused with the heady double-barreled combination of a new crowd of idealistic young political worker bees, who actually believe they can change the world, and the arrival of Americas first black president. Its even cool to wave the Stars and Stripes. Some of us thought it was never uncool. Lets go back in time for Katha Pollitts classic column on not liking the Stars and Stripes (emphasis mine). My daughter, who goes to Stuyvesant High School only blocks from the World Trade Center, thinks we should fly an American flag out our window. Definitely not, I say. The flag stands for jingoism and vengeance and war. She tells me Im wrongthe flag means standing together and honoring the dead and saying no to terrorism. In a way were both right. The Stars and Stripes is the only available symbol right now. In New York City, it decorates taxicabs driven by Indians and Pakistanis, the impromptu memorials of candles and flowers that have sprung up in front of every firehouse, the chi-chi art galleries and boutiques of SoHo. It has to bear a wide range of meanings, from simple, dignified sorrow to the violent anti-Arab and anti-Muslim bigotry that has already resulted in murder, vandalism and arson around the country and harassment on New York City streets and campuses. It seems impossible to explain to a 13-year-old, for whom the war in Vietnam might as well be the War of Jenkinss Ear, the connection between waving the flag and bombing ordinary people half a world away back to the proverbial stone age. I tell her she can buy a flag with her own money and fly it out her bedroom window, because thats hers, but the living room is off-limits. Its Okay to Fly the Flag Again! [via Instapundit] [picture via respres]

Well, I definitely agree that many patriotic Americans have felt some reluctance to fly a flag because it does seem in the past few years to come to represent jingoism and militarism. And I also agree that the election of Obama to the white house makes me feel better about it. If you want to take this as proof positive that Im unpatriotic or a fair-weather American, fine. But I think you do better to try to understand where folks like myself are coming from. We are not the my country right or wrong crowd. We are thoughtfuland yes, patrioticAmericans, seriously concerned about the direction our country has been going for the last few years.

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It's difficult to maintain a national identity in a country where nearly all of the inhabitants live within a few miles of the USA, so you can hardly blame Canadians for sometimes feeling that Americans are infiltrating every last aspect of their culture. A tangible expression of this feeling occurred during the 1980s, when every time the Bank of Canada introduced currency with new designs, somebody managed to find American flags hidden in the artwork. The fun began with the introduction of a new $5 bill in May 1986.

In spite of all the careful planning that went into the creation of the new $5 bill introduced last May, no one at the Bank of Canada foresaw the controversy that would be created by the flag flying above the Parliament buildings on the note. Since May, the Bank of Canada has issued repeated denials over allegations that the flag is not the Canadian flag or that it is the American flag.

John Nunziata, the member for York South-Weston, told Parliament that he had received a call from a very concerned citizen who had been examining the note and thought that the flag flying over the Parliament buildings was not the Canadian flag as we know it. "There was a concern," said Nunziata, "that it might in fact have been the American flag flying over the old Parliament buildings. We considered this to be an item of national concern so we pulled out the magnifying glass and took a very close

What Nunziata (and others) found with their magnifying glasses was that the flag flying over the centre block of the Parliament buildings was not an American flag, but the Red Ensign (which, although it was never Canada's official flag, served as Canada's recognized flag before being replaced by the Maple Leaf Flag in 1965).

The introduction of a new $2 bill in September 1986 brought claims that it, too, depicted an American flag flying over Parliament (a claim which continues to circulate widely on one of those ubiquitous Internet lists of unusual "facts"), but as the inset in the image below shows, the flag in question is clearly Canada's current national flag, the Maple Leaf Flag.

Deliberately designed to resemble the stars and stripes of the American flag. "Next thing you know, we'll be the 51st star on the American flag," Mayor said. "Nothing should be flying above Parliament besides the Canadian red maple leaf flag."

This one does look quite a bit like an American flag at first glance, but the crest (the dark spot in the lower right-hand corner) gives it away as the Red Ensign again.

Paranoid Americans used to look for Soviet Communists under their beds. Who'd have thought Canadians would top that by looking for American flags over their Parliament?

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