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The stripes represent the original 13 Colonies and the stars represent the 50 states of the Union.
The Second Continental Congress passed the Flag Resolution on June 14, 1777, establishing the first Congressional standard for official United States ensigns.
In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that officially established June 14 as Flag Day; in August 1946, National Flag Day was established by an Act of Congress.
What do the colors of the flag stand for?
"The colors of the pales (the vertical stripes) are those used in the flag of the United States of America; White signifies purity and innocence, Red, hardiness & valour, and Blue, the color of the Chief (the broad band above the stripes) signifies vigilance, perseverance & justice."
Who designed the flag?
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. But Francis Hopkinson, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, is often given credit for the Betsy Ross design, as well as other 13-star arrangements.
There are six American flags located on the moon. Apollo crews 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, and 17 planted the flags on the moon.
Despite the fact that Flag Day is not a federal holiday many places around the United States hold parades and festivals to honor the American flag.
Flag Day is also the same day as the birthday of the United States Army.