The now common phrase dates back to a 19th century ship captain whose American flag traveled the world Al Messerschmidt/Getty The American flag got its nickname "Old Glory" from 19th-century sea ...

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — It’s not uncommon for American flags to be proudly displayed in front of homes, businesses and government buildings nationwide. But what’s the proper etiquette for ...

As the symbol of freedom for the United States, the American flag is meant to be treated with respect, according to the federal government. The United States Flag Code outlines how American flags ...

Soon, Old Glory will have to be born in the land of the free and not merely flying over it. Congress has passed a proposal to require the federal government to purchase only American flags that have ...

July 20, 1969, has become one of the most significant dates in the history of the United States as well as humanity at large. Powered by incredibly advanced technology for its day, the Apollo 11 ...

WASHINGTON — The veteran organization the American Legion weighed in on the upside-down American flag controversy on Thursday, noting that flags should only be flown this way if there is "extreme ...

Veterans organizations are continuing to help residents properly dispose of and handle American flags , a topic brought forward today on Flag Day. “If you go to any veterans organization, they will ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Allegiance Flag Supply now employs about 60 people and makes nearly 1,000 flags per day for folks ...

ST CHARLES, Mo. — This Flag Day, veterans in St. Charles want to help people properly dispose of worn or damaged American flags. A veteran-run flag collection will take place Friday outside the St.