Meaning behind the flag design: The flag is divided into seven ... and honors our state as being the 21st to join the USA. The white star symbolizes Chicago and its upper-right location.
Tim Marshall, the author of "Worth Dying for: The Power and Politics of Flags," explains why American flags are reversed on military uniforms. Following is a transcript of the video. A lot of ...
There was no limit on flag shape, but the commission was allowed to edit the designs. There was also no limit on colors but less than three colors were recommended for clarity of design.