WASHINGTON -- President Bush has ordered flags at all federal facilities lowered to half-staff -- the midpoint on the display pole -- until July 5, 30 days after former President Reagan's death. For ...
Memorial Day, a national day of remembrance, is a time to honor and mourn the U.S. military personnel who died in service to their country. It's a solemn day of reflection and gratitude. One of the ...
CHILLICOTHE— American flags can be seen flying all around the county this time of year. Whether it be during protests or celebrations where the flag can be seen on everything from napkins to shorts, ...
It’s Flag Day, a day that honors the adoption of the United States flag on June 14, 1777. The original resolution declared the flag would have 13 alternating red and white stripes and a blue field ...
Take a late-night (or very early morning) ride around Springdale. Not many cars, but plenty of neon-bright signs. Unfortunately, some important places remain dark. Flagpoles. Flagpoles flying the flag ...
Did you know that hoisting the Indian national flag correctly is not just a matter of tradition but also a matter of respect and law? Many people are unaware of the specific guidelines on how to ...
The flag of the United States has had several different nicknames over the years. “Stars and Stripes” and “Old Glory” are two of the names the flag has had since the initial flag was adopted in 1777.