symbolism and usage of flags.) Matthew Ward is a senior lecturer in history at the University of Dundee in Scotland. He notes that the American flag is distinctively powerful and seems to be ...
The first celebration of the U.S. Flag's birthday was held in 1877, on the 100th anniversary of the Flag Resolution of 1777. However, it is believed that the first annual recognition of the flag's ...
Embracing the flag does not mean papering over stains in our history or actions by our government ... At its best, the American flag embodies our national identity which, over 240 years, has ...
Patriotism and Zionism combined to create a practice less common in other countries. (JTA) — Jewish tourists from North America are likely to notice one big difference when visiting synagogues ...
Founded on November 21, 1789, North Carolina was one of the US's thirteen original colonies. Its rich history at the beginning of American history makes it a core part of our nation, and it's ...
These tableaus are meant to stand for the American spirit, in a quaint, unified way. And throughout the flag waves high. It’s a symbol of our patriotism. Of our ambition. Of our history.