Much More Than A Wooden Flag

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 The current design of the American flag has 50 white stars on a blue background in the upper left corner, representing the 50 states of the United States. The stripes alternate between 13 red and white stripes, representing the original 13 colonies that declared independence from Great Britain in 1776. 

 The American flag was first adopted on June 14, 1777, during the American Revolution. It was designed by a committee that included George Washington and other founding fathers. 

 The colors of the American flag are symbolic: red represents valor and bravery, white represents purity and innocence, and blue represents vigilance, perseverance, and justice. 

 The American flag has been modified 27 times, with the addition of one star and one stripe each time a new state was added to the Union. The current version has been in use since July 4, 1960, after Hawaii became the 50th state. 

 There are certain rules and guidelines for displaying and handling the American flag, such as never letting it touch the ground, folding it properly, and displaying it at half-mast on certain occasions. 

 The American flag is an important symbol of American identity and patriotism, and it is often displayed at public events and in front of government buildings, schools, and homes. It is also common to recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag, which is a declaration of loyalty to the United States.